Dapper is a brand studio with a human-centric approach.
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Co-founders Emma Donovan and Lindsay Llewellyn strive to give each client the tools and confidence to own their story in an authentic way. At DAPPER, we collaborate with world-class coaches, consultants and agencies to ensure entrepreneurs, founders, executives and professionals have all the support they need to thrive.
Lining up your next podcast episodes to download?
In this After Dinner Leadership Podcast episode, Emma joins Simon, chatting about quiet confidence, authentic alignment and having honest conversations to build an authentic brand.
Give it a listen and let us know what you think: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1414441/15328082
Are you ready to go the whole nine yards with us?
With the Dapper 9, you have the opportunity to replace an uncomfortable relationship with hustle culture, with success, quiet confidence, and moments of joy, embedded in your authentic self.
This six-month program, delivered online or hybrid, takes you on a journey of self-discovery and personal branding.
Curious to find out more? Head on over to https://becomedapper.com/personal-brand-development/
If you missed our quarterly newsletter last week, here is a sneak peek of our wall of fame - featuring new clients who we welcomed in Q1! Here is the link to find out what else we've been up to, and all the details for our next Dapper Connect hike: https://preview.mailerlite.io/emails/webview/251895/124018904687183646
Our quarterly strategy & ex*****on planning session is always a highlight for Team Dapper! Here are a few pics from our latest one.
Some people thrive under pressure, with a deadline looming; but when it comes to creative work, we're firm believers that you need to create space and find a sense of ease for the creative juices to flow. This dichotomy is a constant juggle for us, in order to feed that creative spirit, but also meet client deadlines. It's also something we pride ourselves on doing well, so this feedback really made us smile, thanks Doug!
"Very friendly & skilled team that produces great work on time and often to tight schedules." - Doug Stoddart, CEO of Bike.Rent
Brand Yourself, powered by Dapper, is a three-month online course designed to kickstart your leadership journey through self-discovery and personal branding.
Give yourself an advantage by taking a beat to figure out what is important to you today. And to remind yourself what gives you joy.
Curious to find out more? Head on over to https://becomedapper.com/brand-yourself/
Thank you so much to Michael Vickers for hosting Em on Becoming Preferred-The Podcast, where they discussed Dapper's holistic approach to creating your authentic personal brand, brand essence, and how to leverage your personal brand, which is becoming increasingly important in today's competitive world. Em thoroughly enjoyed her experience on the podcast.
Have a listen to the podcast on one of their platforms through the link in the comments.
Podcast Website: https://becomingpreferred-podcast.com/episodes/emma-donovan-your-story-is-already-out-there-get-branded
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/emma-donovan-your-story-is-already-out-there-get-branded/id1620772271?i=1000637467184
Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0SmPASHp9Zbt7DxI4Xvsxa
There is nothing we love more than a happy client, particularly when we've enjoyed working with them!
"Thanks for the great location suggestion. I love my pics, they are definitely helping in the rebranding journey that I am on." - Tandi Hopa Rouse
Em recently had the pleasure of joining Jason Ballard on the Soar Higher with Jason Ballard Podcast. They chatted about how to create a story to shape how your brand is perceived. Em also shared what being a co-founder of a branding business in South Africa is like, how to deal with imposter syndrome and stay authentic, amongst other things. Let us know what your key takeaway is once you've had a chance to listen.
Listen to Soar Higher on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e99-unleashing-your-influence-with-emma-donovan/id1615507703?i=1000648738459
And Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2lacb3NPc9L6Bw5btqzcMQ
Brand Retro Podcast, thank you for hosting Em recently to discuss branding from within and telling your authentic story. It was a pleasure to explore the depths of authentic branding and some of the work that we do - have a listen if you are working on building your brand.
You can find it on Apple Podcasts here:
https://bit.ly/3UHYhCr
Or Spotify here:
https://bit.ly/48av5ao
We're big on birthdays here at Dapper... as it's a chance to celebrate another trip around the sun, and carve out time to enjoy together. This year we did a simple curry evening at Em's, a brunch with our wonderful VA, and have a walk around Lion's Head planned in a few weeks. Here are a few photos.
Dapper turns 3 today...
So we thought it would be good to take a moment to reflect on the incredible growth we've been lucky enough to experience, not just in terms of revenue, products & adding new faces to our team... but also our own personal growth as professionals and leaders.
We love learning and the fact that we have the opportunity to do so at every bend in the road is incredible. So cheers to everyone who has played a role in getting us to this point - we couldn't have done it without you!
If you’ve met Em you’ll know she’s a social butterfly - and she’s been having such fun talking with a few podcast hosts recently including Michael Vickers from the podcast.
Give the episode a listen while you’re next at the beach or river this holiday season! Link in bio.
If you’re on our mailing list you would have heard about us ramping up for end-of-year team shoots this season... and did we have fun this December, or what?!
Here are a few snaps from our recent shoot with the team, cruising around the Atlantic Seaboard of this beautiful city we call home.
We’re always up for a social and what better reason for our extended team to get together than a Dapper Christmas party? Thanks to The Dark Horse for hosting us!
Have you listened to the Rethink Leadership podcast yet? Em spoke with host Jeremy in an episode of season 6, on the topic of sharing your stories with confidence and authenticity.
Here's a summary sketch by Jenny Parkington to get you up to speed, or listen to the full episode here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2052711/13696816
So much of life is about perspective - and the lens which you choose to view the world through. This photo by is a great reminder of this.
As part of our commitment to our core value to Create Space, we carve out time to connect and work on our own brand strategy... and this spot at was the perfect place to do it. Here are a few things that came up for us:
🎩 Wearing too many different hats saps our energy - so we want to streamline our roles and offering to allow us to work in our genius or sweet spots.
🤍 We love working on our own brand, and need to do it more!
💻 We’re super excited to officially launch our online course, so watch this space...
What changes are you making to step into your genius?
We’ve started a Q&A series on our blog, Dapper Musings, with the coaches and specialist consultants we’re proud to collaborate with as part of our Dapper Tribe.
First up is , one of our dynamic facilitators who also happens to be an amazing career coach.
Read the interview on our blog to find out more about Iris and her detective-like coaching style. Link in bio.
5 Reasons To Invest In Your Personal Brand:
If you don’t write your story, someone else will. We all have one so we may as well make sure it’s in line with what matters to us. But how do you shape the narrative of your brand? Here are a few reasons you should take your brand into your own hands:
1. Stand Out From The Crowd
2. Build Credibility And Earn Trust
3. Become A Thought Leader
4. Give Your Confidence A Boost
5. Experience The Ripple Effect
Curious to know more? Read Em’s blog post on our website for details. Link in bio.
And if you’d like a hand, reach out - we’d love to support you to find and own your brand voice.
Want to work with a life coach?
Many Dapper clients find value in deep dive sessions with business or life coaches, and we’re strong advocates of making space to reflect and work on areas of growth. If you’re considering taking this step, here’s one thing you should know before you embark on coaching, according to career change expert :
“It’s a process of co-creation. What I mean by this is that whilst the client is being led by their coach with expert guidance, the client has a proactive role to play too. It’s their journey, and the more ownership they take for it, the better their results will be.”
Find out more about the journey in the Q&A on our blog. Link in bio.
Want to know how you can pose better for photos? Scroll to the Branding Tips section of our latest newsletter for a cheat sheet, Dapper style (and hopefully you'll enjoy reading what we've been up to while you're at it). https://preview.mailerlite.io/emails/webview/251895/102362393029379143
We’re often asked what the difference is between a personal brand and a reputation.
Everyone has a reputation – it’s how others see you over time. Whereas your personal brand is much more intentional – it’s how you want people to see you, how you own your story, what you choose to share, and how visible you are. It is relevant in real life as well as online, in both your personal life and your career.
So next time you’re walking the walk, take a moment to pause and consider the path of footprints you’ve left in your wake.
A hard sell is not really our style here at Dapper, but we’ve realised that we need to connect with more leaders, and podcasting seemed like the perfect fit for us to reach them.
When you have a host as gracious and generous as Jeremy from Rethink Leadership, it’s so much more fun! The episode has finally launched so if you’d like to learn more about personal branding, give it a listen.
Link in bio.
Em was recently featured on season 6 of the Rethink Leadership podcast with Jeremy Blain on the topic of sharing your story with confidence and authenticity.
If you'd like to learn more about personal branding, give it a listen here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2052711/13696816
First Impressions Count.
And there is no escaping that photos are an important aspect of this when you put your best (digital) foot forward.
So if you're based in Cape Town and need new photos of your team, have a look at our portfolio and get in touch if you'd like to book a relaxed, fun shoot before the end of the year.
https://becomedapper.com/photography-portfolio/
As part of our Dapper Tribe, we'd love to know what you think of our brand and products.
Please take 2 minutes to answer our first quarterly survey.
https://survey.zohopublic.com/zs/1SCsVN
Off the back of an inspiring off-site quarterly strategy session, we have quite a bit in store for spring. But before we get ahead of ourselves, here is a recap of what we have been up to in our August newsletter.
Link in bio.
One of our favourite ice-breaker questions for clients at the moment is: how do you want to feel?
This mood board is a visual representation of how we feel about spring - and we'd love you to articulate it in a word or phrase for us. Post a comment and let us know what it conjures up for you.
"Isn’t it strange, the way time moves? I could stand here and watch the sea crash beneath me for hours and it would feel like only minutes had passed." - Sjana Elise Earp
Where is your happy place that lifts your spirits and feeds your soul? That place you feel most authentically and effortlessly yourself?
Rainy days call for cosy coffee shops like ☕️
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We've been hard at work behind the scenes to make our website ever so slightly more DAPPER... it's been a classic case of leave your own brand for last, but we're finally getting there! Our product offering is more streamlined and we've added in a few new design elements. Head on over to have a look, and please post a comment with your feedback, we'd love to know what you think.
Here is a sneak peek of one of our rails for the spring event tonight... there are going to be so many incredible clothes on sale, at great prices! And the best part is that every R50 of clothes sold will keep a child in the Shine Literacy programme for a week.
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