Mission Activated
What makes a 6 Star Leader? Is the 6th Star really 5 plus 1? These are the questions that we answer through our conversations with guests who are driven by a purpose bigger than themselves and have a desire to reach more people. Our guests are successful business owners, entrepreneurs and passionate professionals who always aspire to evolve, improve, and better themselves and the lives of those they impact. Most often they put the customer experience at the forefront of everything they do. Each week your host Aveline Clarke creates a space where she and her guest have a conversation about what it takes to bring that 6th Star to the world through their business. This isn’t one of those podcasts where the hosts fire questions at an interviewee in the hot seat; it’s a collaborative exploration and ongoing global conversation about customer journey excellence, employee engagement, humanising business and what that 6th star really means, and how it can be used to create more impact for a better future for us all.
Mission Activated
The Power of Truth in Branding and Business Reinvention; with Hersh Rephun
In the latest episode of the 6 Star Leaders podcast, we met with branding and messaging expert, Hersh Rephun.
As a writer, creative director, stand-up comedian, podcaster, and founder of the brand "Kosher," Hersh brings a unique blend of creativity and insight to the table.
During the episode, Hersh reflects on the impact of the collective pause during the pandemic, which led him to create a nonprofit and a streetwear brand, both focusing on inclusivity, diversity, equity, and kindness.
He also provides valuable advice for entrepreneurs and business owners who are struggling with messaging and marketing.
Hersh's story is a testament to the transformative power of introspection, mindfulness, and aligning passion with purpose.
Here’s a summary of what we discussed:
08:03 Balancing reliable job with entertainer aspirations leads to podcasting.
20:39 Taking control of my own destiny is powerful.
25:54 World has become easier to be hateful.
32:29 Seeking purpose during the pandemic, starting nonprofit.
43:25 Focus on authenticity and purpose in branding.
45:48 Finding fulfillment in what comes naturally to you.
51:23 Transformative introspection leads to a new perspective.
56:16 Experiment with being yourself in various situations.
and much more…
Enjoy!
Here’s some information about our guest, John:
Increasingly known as “The Brand Voice Expert,” Hersh Rephun is a veteran Copywriter/Creative Director who helps emerging businesses find their voice and master their messaging, without relying on writers or struggling with AI.
Having played standup gigs across the country (Comedy Store, Comic Strip, Funny Bone, The Ice House…), Hersh brings his stage presence to keynote talks and hosts multiple interview shows ranked in the Top 2% of Apple Podcasts globally.
He is the Founder of HumanEyes, a personal interface for reviewing, editing, and elevating Ai-generated output.
Hersh’s mantra is, “Sell the Truth with Humor and Humanity,” and he is the author of SELLING THE TRUTH: We’re All Full of It, coming in early 2024.
What Are You Famous For, Hersh?
It has been said that I'm the "Daddy of Commercial PR" but if it requires an explanation, how famous can you be? I also have a cult following for co-writing a 1992 beach movie called Can It Be Love.
Something Interesting About Hersh:
Me? My dear, the most interesting thing about me is that I'm acquainted with YOU!
Here's How You Can Contact Hersh:
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hershrephun/
I: https://www.instagram.com/hersh4all/
The purpose of the 6 Star Leaders podcast is to showcase and illuminate purposeful Business Owners on their journey to creating more impact in the world. We are igniting purposeful leaders!
At our core, we believe in 'doing business differently' so that heart, purpose, and passion are combined with profits for the best possible outcome. With those key ingredients, you'll be on your way to 6 Stars faster than you realise!
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