The Rebel Brand Archetype
aka the outlaw
The rebel brand story arch is about breaking the rules, going against convention and questioning authority.
You are known as a change agent.
You're the advocate brand, the brand that paves the way for change.
People come to you without a voice and stand behind your boldness.
Your customers resonate with Nicki Minaj, Samuel L. Jackson and Issa Rae.
Modern brands today include VICE and Gary Vaynerchuck.
goal:
to break the rules, question authority, and challenge ways of thinking
traits and characteristics:
loud, bold, rebellious, advocate, wild, strong, resolute, undaunted, enterprising, revolutionary, recalcitrant, defender, spokesperson, supporter, speaker, expounded, substantial, tenacious, capable, secure
celebrities:
famous Rebel phrases and quotes:
“I recognize the council has made a decision, but given that it's a stupid-ass decision, I've elected to ignore it.”
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"You gotta be a beast. That's the only way they'll respect you."
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