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Founder-Led Storytelling vs. Brand Mascots: Which Builds a Stronger Brand in 2026?

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Here is a strange thing about how humans process brands today. We trust people. We remember characters. Studies show that 92% of consumers trust recommendations from individuals over brands,  even strangers. Yet Duolingo’s owl, Duo, has more cultural relevance in 2026 than most living CEOs on LinkedIn. People mourned the mascot’s fake death on social […]

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