10PlusBrand
10PlusBrand

10PlusBrand

Joanne Z. Tan, Brand Strategist, 10 Plus Brand, Inc.

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https://www10plusbrand.comhttps://www.10PlusProfile.com1-888-288-4533Sign up for 10 Plus Brand’s Newsletter: https://10plusbrand.substack.com/embed10 Plus Brand’s Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@10plusbrand10 Plus Brand Inc.’s founder, CEO Joanne Z. Tan started the first episode of #10PlusPodcast on July 5, 2019. Since then, we have produced hundreds of episodes on brand building and digital marketing tips, which are always thought provoking and cutting edge, as well as in-depth Interviews of Notables and Influencers, and 30 Seconds of Anything on various current affairs. Over various podcast platforms and social media, there are hundreds of thousands of downloads. Our 10 Plus Brand Newsletter, distributed by Substack, has tens of thousands of subscribers, and counting.The high quality content covers various subjects of current events, technology, AI, brand building and marketing, life experiences, Joanne Tan’s poems and memoir, culture and the arts.10 Plus Brand is a full service digital agency, we build brands and market brands for B2B companies, startups, consulting and executive coaching firms, as well as individual personal branding for leaders. We won multiple prestigious awards year after year, as ”the best of the best” in brand consulting, brand coaching, branding, and digital marketing.Specifically, we create high quality, customized content, based on brand strategies, positioning, structures, and storytelling, for websites and social media. We have a proprietary process for decoding brand DNA, building SEO architecture, and amplifying brand messages with ghost writing authoritative and original blog posts, to elevate successful businesses to be powerful brands. We also deliver quality brand promotional videos, custom-coded websites, email newsletters, LinkedIn and social media thought leadership profiles, and LinkedIn badges related content creation.Results: Some of the B2B companies that we served have scored 25% increase in clientele three years in a row and counting; most of our clients have obtained more right-fitting customers, increased business volume and revenues as well as their brands’ stature and influence in their fields.Joanne Tan, a global brand strategist, brand marketing consultant, branding expert, creative director at 10 Plus Brand, Inc., regularly shares tips and cutting edge information about brand building, DNA decoding, brand building, brand marketing, brand development & management, brand messaging, business and marketing strategies, go to market and product market fit analyses & tactics, market analyses, analytics, AI Experience Design, SEO, social media marketing, influencer marketing. 10 Plus Brand Inc. is a full-service, multi-media branding and brand-marketing agency. We are recognized both as the global champion as well as in specialty areas such as one of the best digital marketing, advertising, SEO agencies in the San Francisco Bay Area and nationally. It serves clients in all 50 states in the US, and throughout the world. 10 Plus Brand combines AI enabled digital content marketing with human intelligence to multiply a brand’s influence with repurposed articles, ghost writing, original content, advertising campaigns, blogging, website development, design, content, and SEO, brand promotion videos, photos, logos, brand look and feel, SEO, SEM, PPC, AI experience design, etc. Joanne led the agency’s evolution over the past 10 years from a photographic studio (“Poem And Art Studio”) into a video, content, website and visuals production company (“Joanne Tan Visual Branding, LLC”), which was later expanded and renamed as “10+ Visual Branding”, and now as a corporation - “10 Plus Brand, Inc.” that is fast growing as a full service branding, digital marketing, SEO, video production & advertising agency.10 Plus Brand’s main ”flagship” website is https://www.10PlusBrand.com, that features samples of their various deliverables for small businesses, mid market, technology companies, funded entrepreneurship, or venture capital VC backed startups, non-profits, law firms, accounting firms, investment bankers, business consulting firms, post M&A companies needing rebranding or in private equity (PE) portfolios, and B2B and B2C companies.10 Plus Brand also has a ”subsidiary” website that focuses on LinkedIn profiling only - https://www.10PlusProfile.com. 10 Plus Profile Teams develop individual brands, professional or business brands with LinkedIn profiles on both individual & company pages. They further revise bios, resumes for public & private board members, C-suites members, executive coaches & business consultants, commercial insurance brokers, attorneys, CPAs, and other B2B service providers & professionals.Joanne Tan applies her proprietary multidisciplinary process, and many skills, talents, & backgrounds: (1) a law degree that trained her with both analytical skills & the ability to outline vast amount of information to its gist. (2) professional journalist editor and page designer. Also trained in architectural design, which enables out of box thinking. (3) MBA training in marketing, accounting and other areas of business such as insurance and organizational behavior. (4) Award-winning professional photographic artist, oil painter & poet.(5) Liberal arts education at Brandeis University. (6) Mentor, coach, director.10 Plus Brand will offer online courses & workshops on brand building and brand marketing.Founder, CEO, Brand Strategist Joanne Tan leads several cross-functioning teams to deliver customized brand presence to inform, inspire and empower. As a “Commander in Chief”, Joanne leads these Teams:– highly skilled & talented writers & editors with JD or MBA degrees; digital content marketing & SEO experts;– Experienced video production crew, scriptwriter, director, videographer, photographers, graphic designers, motion graphic designers; producer & director of brand promotional videos, ads, TV commercials;– Skilled website custom coders, designers and web developers, experts in SEO, PPC, Google Core Web Vitals.”First, we are brand builders. We use our proprietary process to decode brand DNA. Second, we are content creators. Third, we are digital marketers.” Says Joanne.”First, we are brand builders.We brand, rebrand, and refresh existing brands for businesses, B2B services, technology companies, funded or VC-backed startups, corporations, mid-market companies, non-profit organizations, private equity portfolio companies during restructuring or pre and post M&A.We also develop individual business brands for business leaders, experienced and growth-minded professionals, notables and influencers. Second, we are content creators.After we decode a brand’s DNA, we create brand messaging and tell brand stories, verbally and visually, to construct a brand’s persona and elevate its stature on websites and social media with original content, blogs, podcast, videos, vlogs, custom website design and development, LinkedIn business pages and personal profiles, webinars, and PR content. We also deliver social media marketing & advertising campaigns.Third, we are digital marketers.”We combine AI enabled digital marketing with human intelligence to multiply a brand’s influence with repurposed articles, SEO, SEM, PPC, social media marketing, influencer marketing, marketing analytics, AI experience design, and Google core web vitals.””We build, grow, and market power brands for businesses and professionals. We generously share tips, strategies, and insights about brand DNA decoding, brand strategies and structures, story telling, how to update and refresh a brand, or rebrand, to elevate your brand to a higher level. ””After our in-depth brand marketing analysis, we turn a website or a LinkedIn profile into a power brand that generates leads, clients, sales, referrals, and loyal brand followers.” Find us online by clicking or follow these hashtags:#10PlusBrand#10PlusPodcast#10PlusInterviews OR#InterviewsofNotablesandInfluencers#30SecondsofAnything#BrandDNA#BeYourOwnSuperpower #BeYourOwnBrand#StandForSomething#WeAreBetterAngels#GenuineVideoFor more insights, sign up for 10 Plus Brand’s Newsletter: https://10plusbrand.substack.com/embedPlease call: 1-888-288-4533(Main website:) https://www10plusbrand.com(LinkedIn optimization website:) https://www.10PlusProfile.com

Recent Episodes

A Personal Story: Less Data Can Lead to Better Quality of Life, in the Data-driven Era_SoS: Sip of Solace_Joanne Z. Tan_Season 2, Episode 92
APR 22, 2026
A Personal Story: Less Data Can Lead to Better Quality of Life, in the Data-driven Era_SoS: Sip of Solace_Joanne Z. Tan_Season 2, Episode 92
I tracked my sleep and weight for 4 Years—then quit. What happened after was better quality of life - a personal story about reclaiming control and breaking free from digital dependency that led to more freedom and happiness. What if the very tools designed to improve your life are quietly diminishing your quality of life? In this episode, Joanne Z. Tan shares a deeply personal and thought-provoking story about her four-year journey living a data-driven lifestyle, and why she ultimately chose to walk away from it. Like many professionals striving for optimization, she adopted habit forming technologies to track sleep, weight, and daily health metrics. What began as a pursuit of better health and performance gradually evolved into something more complex: digital manipulation. Each data point—sleep scores, body metrics, daily fluctuations—became part of a feedback loop that subtly influenced mood, behavior, and self-perception. These “data yo-yos” created an invisible dependency. Over time, the convenience of tracking came at a cost: autonomy, privacy, and a sense of inner balance. The realization came abruptly when access to her own personal data was restricted unless she agreed to share it—leaving her with no real choice but to comply. Or walk away. She chose to quit cold turkey: disconnecting from the app, the device, and the entire system that had quietly shaped her daily habits. What happened next was unexpected. Instead of loss, she found relief. Instead of uncertainty, she experienced clarity. Without being digitally naked, constantly measured, tracked, and evaluated, her quality of life improved. Sleep got better. Stress decreased. Intuition strengthened. Life felt more grounded, more human. This episode explores the deeper implications of living in a data-saturated world: - How habit forming technologies can create long-term behavioral dependency- How digital manipulation operates subtly through everyday tools- Why being “digitally naked” may compromise more than just privacy- How “data yo-yos” can impact mental well-being and self-worth- Why reclaiming control over your data and your life can lead to a higher quality of life In an age where data is often equated with control and intelligence, this conversation challenges a critical assumption: more data does not always mean a better life. Sometimes, less data leads to more simplicity. More autonomy. And ultimately, a better quality of life. - Read as a blog- Watch as a 5-min video -Subscribe to our FREE Newsletter for thought leadership insights on AI, branding, and human-centered innovation Explore brand strategy and AI experience design by visiting our websites: 10plusbrand.com aixd.world 10plusprofile.com Contact us About Joanne Z. Tan Joanne Z. Tan is a global brand strategist, thought leadership coach, and founder of 10 Plus Brand, Inc. and its subsidiary AIXD.world. She advises executives, founders, and organizations on building influential, differentiated brands that drive visibility, credibility, and revenue growth. Her work integrates strategic positioning, AI-era brand architecture, and executive thought leadership to help leaders become recognized authorities in their industries. © Joanne Z. Tan, 2026. All rights reserved.
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User Data "Land Grab": Paying Fake Diamond at Real Diamond's Price, While Sacrificing Trust_Podcast by Joanne Z. Tan_Season 2, Episode 91
APR 18, 2026
User Data "Land Grab": Paying Fake Diamond at Real Diamond's Price, While Sacrificing Trust_Podcast by Joanne Z. Tan_Season 2, Episode 91
User data land grab is costing companies far more than they realize — in diminishing data value and in the brand trust they are quietly destroying, while racing to seize consumer data without consent or compensation. The Real Price of the Data Land Grab — and Why It Will Backfire Across industries, companies are spending hundreds of millions to lock in first-party data assets through mergers, acquisitions, and platform capture — treating data as the "new oil." But NVIDIA's Jensen Huang has noted that AI technology's cost drops 100,000 times every ten years, and that within a decade, AI-generated synthetic data will dwarf human-generated data. Joanne Z. Tan points out here that the companies acquiring today's data at premium prices are, in many cases, paying real diamond prices for what will soon be worth far less. Scholars Ulises Mejias and Nick Couldry, in their book "Data Grab: The New Colonialism of Big Tech", frame this extraction as a power imbalance in which personal data becomes raw material for corporate profit — without the knowledge or consent of the people generating it. During colonialism, at least, those dispossessed knew what was being taken. Today, most consumers have no way of knowing. AI Is Getting Smarter — and It Rewards Trust, Not Extraction AI search systems are beginning to synthesize trust indicators — customer reviews, media sentiment, authoritative publications, and executive reputation — into signals that may soon function as "trust scores" determining brand visibility and recommendation outcomes. Authentic authority, built through consistent thought leadership, is now the currency AI systems trust most. Joanne Z. Tan illustrates with a case study of The Ivy Group to show how a brand with few Google reviews, built on genuine thought leadership, was ranked #1 by ChatGPT among fierce competitors — proof that AI is already outsmarting unethical data players. The most valuable data asset any company can hold is not what it seized — it is the trust that causes customers to willingly share their data, advocate for the brand, and create the authentic content ecosystem that AI systems reward. Read the full article Watch it as a 13-min video Explore brand strategy and AI experience design by visiting our websites: 10plusbrand.com aixd.world 10plusprofile.com Contact usSubscribe to our FREE Newsletter About the Author, Joanne Z. Tan Joanne Z. Tan is the Founder and CEO of 10 Plus Brand, Inc. and the creator of AIXD.world — AI Experience Design. A globally recognized brand strategist, thought leadership coach, and startup mentor based in Silicon Valley, Joanne works with founders, CEOs, and C-suite executives to build brands that lead markets, command premium positioning, and endure. She is known for this principle: "User experience is brand experience, and brand experience determines enterprise destiny." © Joanne Z. Tan, 2026. All rights reserved.
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AI Slop’s Unintentional Winner: Brand Equity Built on Trust and Authenticity_Joanne Z. Tan_Season 2, Episode 90
APR 14, 2026
AI Slop’s Unintentional Winner: Brand Equity Built on Trust and Authenticity_Joanne Z. Tan_Season 2, Episode 90
In a world flooded with AI Slop, where misinformation, low-quality content, and synthetic noise overwhelm human judgment, what truly differentiates enduring brands from disposable ones? The answer lies in brand equity—the intangible yet powerful force built on trust, authenticity, and meaningful human connection. In this episode, Joanne Tan of 10PlusBrand and AIXD explores the growing crisis of credibility in the AI age and reveals why brand equity is no longer a marketing luxury—it is a survival strategy. As consumers increasingly question what is real, brands must step into a new role: not just providers of products or services, but anchors of truth and clarity. - To read it as a blog - To watch is as a 11-min video   Drawing from global research and real-world brand strategy, this conversation unpacks: Why AI Slop is eroding trust at scale—and what that means for your business How brand equity functions as a defense system against misinformation The critical role of values, identity, and consistency in building trust Why AI-driven experiences can either strengthen or destroy your brand How AIXD™ (AI Experience Design) reframes AI as a human-centered brand experience tool The hidden risk of “AI over-enthusiasm” and how to avoid building expensive, ineffective systems What it takes for a brand to become the “automatic choice” in a saturated, AI-driven market   At its core, this episode challenges leaders, founders, and decision-makers to rethink a fundamental question: Are you designing AI systems—or are you designing human experiences powered by AI?   Because in the age of AI Slop, every interaction either compounds or corrodes your brand equity. The brands that win will not be the loudest, fastest, or most automated—They will be the most trusted, consistent, and human-centered. 📌 Learn more about building brand equity in the AI age: https://10plusbrand.com/📌 Explore AIXD™ (AI Experience Design) frameworks for human-centered AI strategy: https://aixd.world/ 👉 Contact us to design human-centered AI strategy and user experience: https://aixd.world/contact/ 👉 Subscribe to our FREE Newsletter for more insights: https://10plusbrand.com/newsletter-subscription/ About AIXD™ AIXD™ (AI Experience Design) is a strategic framework for designing AI-powered interactions that are human-centric, trustworthy, and aligned with authentic customer expectations. We help organizations bridge AI capability with human experience to drive meaningful, sustainable business outcomes. About the Author Joanne Z. Tan Joanne Z. Tan is a globally recognized brand strategist, thought leadership coach, and startup mentor in Silicon Valley. She specializes in customer experience and human-centric AI experience design, helping organizations define AI strategies that align with business goals and human expectations. With over 15 years of experience, she has authored numerous insights on AI, brand strategy, and digital transformation across AIXD.world and 10PlusBrand.com. Copyright © Joanne Z. Tan. All rights reserved. #AISlop #brandequity #AItrust #misinformation #AIXD #digitaltransformation
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AI Avatars, AI Personalities, AI Agents, Digital Influencers - How to Prevent Brand Damage from the Risks of Deepfake_Joanne Z. Tan_Season 2, Episode 89
MAR 28, 2026
AI Avatars, AI Personalities, AI Agents, Digital Influencers - How to Prevent Brand Damage from the Risks of Deepfake_Joanne Z. Tan_Season 2, Episode 89
AI avatars are rapidly becoming the new interface between brands and their audiences. They speak, represent, influence, and engage at scale. But as AI personalities evolve, so do the risks that come with them. In this episode, Joanne Z. Tan breaks down the strategic reality behind AI avatars, AI agents, digital humans, and virtual influencers, and why they are redefining customer experience and user expectations across industries. More importantly, she addresses the growing threat landscape: deepfake misuse, synthetic identity manipulation, and the accelerating risk of brand damage and reputation harm. 👉 To read the full article: https://aixd.world/agentic-ai-digital-humans-virtual-influencers-deepfake-brand-damage-preventive-actions-joanne-z-tan/ 👉To watch it as a video: https://youtu.be/n4LCZFZi4Vw 👉 Subscribe to our FREE Newsletter for more insights: https://10plusbrand.com/newsletter-subscription/ As organizations adopt AI-driven engagement, many focus on capability and speed, but overlook governance and trust. The reality is simple: human expectations remain unchanged. Audiences still demand authenticity, transparency, and accountability. When AI avatars fail to deliver, the fallout is not technical, it is reputational, long term, and profound. In this episode, you will learn: Why AI avatars and AI personalities are are reshaping, and in some cases risking, human-centric brand communication How digital humans and virtual influencers are jeopardizing customer experience The real risks behind deepfake technology and synthetic content How AI agents can unintentionally trigger reputation harm Why brand damage in the AI era spreads faster and is harder to contain The growing gap between AI innovation and human centered design What leaders must do now to align AI systems with human expectations Joanne introduces a preventive approach grounded in AIXD™ (AI Experience Design), focused on building AI avatars and AI personalities that are human centric, trustworthy, and strategically aligned. This is not about limiting AI innovation. It is about ensuring that innovation does not outpace trust. Because once AI avatars represent your brand, they are no longer tools. They become your voice, your presence, and your reputation in the market. And when something goes wrong, your audience will not separate the AI from your brand. So the real question is: Are your AI avatars designed to meet human expectations, or are they exposing your organization to invisible risk? 👉 Contact us to design AI avatars and AI personalities that are human-centered, trustworthy, and aligned with your business strategy: https://aixd.world/contact/ 👉 Subscribe to our FREE Newsletter for more insights: https://10plusbrand.com/newsletter-subscription/ About AIXD™ AIXD™ (AI Experience Design) is a strategic framework for designing AI-powered interactions that are human centric, trustworthy, and aligned with real customer expectations. We help organizations bridge AI capability with human experience to drive meaningful, sustainable business outcomes. About the Author Joanne Z. Tan Joanne Z. Tan is a globally recognized brand strategist, thought leadership coach, and startup mentor in Silicon Valley. She specializes in customer experience and human-centric AI experience design, helping organizations define AI strategies that align with business goals and human expectations. With over 15 years of experience, she has authored numerous insights on AI, brand strategy, and digital transformation across AIXD.world and 10PlusBrand.com. Copyright © Joanne Z. Tan. All rights reserved.
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Competitive Moat in the AI Native Age: Trust, Identity & Customer Experience_Joanne Z. Tan_Season 2, Episode 88
MAR 4, 2026
Competitive Moat in the AI Native Age: Trust, Identity & Customer Experience_Joanne Z. Tan_Season 2, Episode 88
What is the best competitive moat in Agentic AI? Why AI Can’t Replicate Brand Trust and Identity? Brand strategy, brand moat, brand trust, customer experience, Brand DNA, thought leadership, brand differentiation, AI era branding, AI experience design, AIXD™. A brand moat is built on trust, identity, and user experience — assets AI and competitors cannot easily replicate. In an era where AI accelerates commoditization and competition, your brand is the one competitive advantage AI cannot copy.  In this episode, global brand strategist, Thought Leadership Coach, and AIXD™ pioneer Joanne Z. Tan breaks down what a brand competitive moat really is and why trust, identity, emotional belonging, and loyalty are the strategic layers that defend your business in the AI native age. Learn how to design experiences that earn deep trust, embed your brand in customer identity, and turn loyalty into compounding business value — even when products and features become indistinguishable. Tune in for examples from iconic brands, Warren Buffet's wisdom, brand moat frameworks, and practical questions you can start applying today to build and strengthen your brand’s moat. Watch it as a video Read it as a blog Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction + Warren Buffett on Coca-Cola and brand power 01:05 - Why executives underestimate brands (brand as expense vs strategic fortress) 01:50 - What is Buffett’s “economic moat” vs what is a “brand moat”? 03:05 - Coca-Cola and Apple: how strong brands create pricing power and loyalty 04:25 - What a Brand Moat includes (trust, identity, emotional belonging, loyalty) 05:20 - The architecture of brand loyalty + why trust takes time to build 06:35 - Brand trust can’t be automated: AI agents, low-stakes vs high-stakes decisions 08:05 - Trust in technology: privacy, security, explainable results, integrity 09:05 - Three elements of a Brand Moat overview 09:25 - Element 1: Consistent customer experience (every touchpoint builds or breaks trust) 10:20 - Element 2: Building trust (pricing power, retention, CAC realities) 11:15 - Element 3: Brand identity and meaning (identity marks and belonging) 12:05 - Building your Brand Moat: audit gaps, invest in trust infrastructure, design identity association, use AI to elevate human experience 13:15 - A moat alone isn’t enough: staying top-of-mind (Coca-Cola advertising example) 13:55 - Closing: user experience is brand experience + enterprise destiny + call to action 💡 Share this episode with founders and leaders building brand defensibility. ✍️ Apply what you heard – Ask yourself: What gaps exist in my brand experience? 👉 Contact Joanne's team at AIXD.world to book a consultation to build your brand moat in strategy and execution. 👉 Subscribe to our FREE Newsletter for more insights.👉 If you need to discuss 1:1, to work with Joanne Tan, please use the contact form on the website. Thank you. About the Author and Host Joanne Z. Tan is the Founder and CEO of 10 Plus Brand, Inc. — a globally recognized brand strategist, thought leadership coach, and a pioneer in AI experience design - AIXD™. She helps founders, CEOs, executives, and organizations decode their Brand DNA and evolve into powerful, AI ready, future-ready brands in the AI age. Trained in law and business with a liberal arts foundation from Brandeis University, Joanne brings a rare multidisciplinary lens to brand strategy — spanning business modeling, content architecture, AI experience design (AIXD™), go-to-market strategy, and culture. A former journalist and award-winning photographic artist, she is also a poet, writer, and wilderness backpacker. © Joanne Z. Tan, 2026. All rights reserved.
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