News, analysis and advice on brand trust

How B2B brands build the credibility that earns attention from buyers, journalists, and AI.

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Scott Baradell

This Christmas, Retailers Are Tightening Up Their Return Policies—But Is That a Good Idea?

It's been a trust signal since the earliest days of ecommerce: easy return policies.

Why is this a...

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Linda Nouar

Top 15 Must-Listen Podcasts for Building Brand Trust

Do you want to build trust with your brand? Are you looking for some helpful podcasts that can...

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Ben Wilson

14 Must-Read Business Books for 2023

In the crowded world of business books, it’s hard to know what stands out. And as time is precious,...

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Scott Baradell

Chapter 6: Inbound Trust Signals— Laying the Breadcrumb Path

(Following is Chapter 6 of  Trust Signals: Brand Building in a Post-Truth World.)

In the Brothers...

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Scott Baradell

Chapter 5: Website Trust Signals— Making Visitors Feel at Home

(Following is Chapter 5 of  Trust Signals: Brand Building in a Post-Truth World.)

Few things are...

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Ben Wilson

18 Must-Read Books on Building Trust for Your Business and Brand

With trust being a cornerstone of successful businesses and brands, it’s important to understand...

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Scott Baradell

Chapter 4: Trust Seals—From Medieval Kings to Ecommerce

(Following is Chapter 4 of  Trust Signals: Brand Building in a Post-Truth World.)

Signed, sealed,...

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Perla Khattar

Benefit of the Doubt: Meaning, Origin, Importance & Examples

You may have heard the term “benefit of the doubt” before, but do you know what it means? The...

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Scott Baradell

Chapter 3: The Eternal Power of Trust Signals

(Following is Chapter 3 of  Trust Signals: Brand Building in a Post-Truth World.)

Since the...

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Scott Baradell

Chapter 2: Living—and Branding—in a Post-Truth World

(Following is Chapter 2 of  Trust Signals: Brand Building in a Post-Truth World.)

In 2016, Oxford...

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