{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Be Known for Something | Mark MacDonald on Church Branding Strategy","description":"What is your church known for \u2013 and is that perception helping or hindering the gospel? In this episode, Phil Cooke https:\/\/philcooke.com and church branding strategist and author Mark MacDonald discuss how churches can develop a branding and communications strategy that clarifies their message, reshapes their perception and helps them rise above the noise of today\u2019s culture. Bonus! Gain tips on creativity and what to do when your ideas are rejected.&amp;nbsp;  \ud83d\udcca Research shows that  85% of non-believers would visit a church if someone invited them\u2014but perception matters. This conversation challenges churches to rethink how they communicate, who they\u2019re communicating to, and how clarity can lead to real growth.&amp;nbsp;  \ud83d\udc49  Watch now and transform your creative leadership career!&amp;nbsp;  Like, comment, and subscribe for more tips on faith, media and culture for creative leaders.  \ud83d\udc49 Get my FREE DOWNLOAD when you sign up for my newsletter here: https:\/\/www.philcooke.com\/subscribe\/&amp;nbsp; Subscribe to My YouTube Channel and Expand your Creative Leadershiphttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/philcookeofficial?sub_confirmation=1 \u26a1\ufe0f  Books by Phil Cooke:\u201cUnique: Telling Your Story in the Age of Brands and Social Media\u201d https:\/\/amzn.to\/2VNQ8du \u201cMaximize Your Influence: How to Make Digital Media Work for Your Church, Your Ministry, And You\u201d https:\/\/amzn.to\/3XxHSif&amp;nbsp; (As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.  Thank you for the support!)&amp;nbsp;  ========================================  Phil Cooke \u2014 Media Producer-Writer-Speaker-CoachHelping Creative Leaders Influence the World \u2014 Faith, Media &amp;amp; Culture Do you have a message or story the world needs to hear? I offer advice on creative leadership, digital media, branding, marketing, film and television production \u2013 and the faith to take you from where you are in your ministry or career to where you want to be.&amp;nbsp; As a filmmaker, media consultant and co-founder of Cooke Media Group in Los Angeles, my client list includes Hollywood studios, major nonprofit organizations, and many of the most respected churches and ministries in the world. I\u2019ve produced media programming in nearly 70 countries and created many of the most influential inspirational TV programs in history.&amp;nbsp; My philosophy? Get your ideas out there and change the world in the process.&amp;nbsp; Twitter https:\/\/twitter.com\/philcooke Facebook https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/philcookepage\/ Instagram https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/philcooke\/ TikTok https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@philcookeofficial Find out about Cooke Media Group here: https:\/\/www.cookemediagroup.com  ===========================&amp;nbsp; **More About This Episode**  Be Known for Something | Mark MacDonald on Church Branding StrategyMark MacDonald is a trusted voice in church communication, with 40 years of experience in branding, marketing, and ministry. As the bestselling author of Be Known For Something and founder of BeKnownforSomething.com, Mark has helped thousands of churches across North America discover their unique thread and communicate it clearly.&amp;nbsp; A former Pastor of Communication and national creative director, Mark combines research, creativity, and practical insight to help churches grow their impact. His church clients regularly see measurable results, including a recent rebrand that led to 31 new families visiting on launch Sunday.&amp;nbsp; Mark is a sought-after speaker at national conferences for his engaging, no-fluff style\u2014and he\u2019s passionate about helping churches stop sounding like noise and start being known for something that truly matters. Find out more: https:\/\/BeKnownForSomething.com Find Mark on social media including Pinterest! https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/markmac1023\/ #ChurchBranding #BeKnownForSomething #MarkMacDonald #PhilCooke #ChurchLeadership #ChristianCreatives #NonprofitMarketing #ChurchCommunications #FaithAndCulture #BrandStrategy #MaximizeYourInfluence ","author_name":"Phil Cooke Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/www.philcooke.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/39585440\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/39585440"}