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by Joanne Z. Tan, Brand Strategist, 10 Plus Brand, Inc.
10 Plus Brand Inc.’s founder, CEO Joanne Z. Tan started the first episode of #10 Plus Podcast on July 5, 2019. By the end of 2023, Joanne is planning to produce and host 100th episode. Whether it is a long and in-depth interview of a notable or an influencer, or a 30-second insight, 10 Plus Podcast timely airs high quality content on various subjects on current events, technology, Silicon Valley, life experiences, politics, culture and the arts. Coming soon, Joanne Z. Tan’s two books: ”How to Become a Brand: Decode, Create, Amplify”, and her memoir: ”50 dollars and a Tiger Balm: 40 years in the US”. In addition to the popular series ”Interviews of Notables & Influencers”, ”30 Seconds of Anything”, Joanne Tan, a global brand strategist, brand marketing consultant, branding expert, creative director at 10 Plus Brand, Inc., regularly shares
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AI Search Visibility: Why Brands Now Compete to Be Recalled, Not Ranked How AI Search Is Rewriting the Rules of Brand Discovery For thirty years, brand visibility meant ranking on a results page. That's over. Today, the AI search a customer runs on ChatGPT, Perplexity, or Gemini decides whether your brand gets mentioned at all — and there's no page two, no scroll, no second chance inside that answer. In this episode, Joanne Z. Tan breaks down why AI search behaves nothing like traditional search, why SEO alone can't win an AI search citation, and what actually earns a brand a place inside an AI search result: third-party validation, consistency across the web, and being recognized as an authority rather than just indexed as a page. Drawing on Harvard Business Review, MIT Sloan Management Review, and Deloitte research, Joanne lays out why AI search visibility is now a strategic asset — and why the brands that treat it that way now will own the next decade of brand discovery. To read the full article To watch as an 8-minute video About Joanne Z. Tan Joanne Z. Tan is the Founder & CEO of 10 Plus Brand, Inc. and the creator of AIXD.world (AI Experience Design). A brand strategist, thought leadership coach, brand building and marketing expert in business brands and leadership personal brands, she works with C-suite executives, founders, and senior business leaders to build brands to be recognized by humans and by AI, through her proprietary AI Native Brand Architecture™ and AIXD™ frameworks. Her guiding principle: "User experience is brand experience, and brand experience determines enterprise destiny." Subscribe to our Newsletter Visit our websites: 10PlusBrand.com AIXD.world 10PlusProfile.com © Copyright 2026, Joanne Z. Tan, 10 Plus Brand, Inc. All rights reserved.
For decades, businesses invested heavily in search engine optimization (SEO) to improve their Google rankings. But AI search is fundamentally changing how people discover companies, experts, products, and services. Today, millions of users begin their research by asking ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews, Gemini, Claude, Perplexity, and other AI platforms for recommendations and answers. As a result, a brand that ranks well on Google may still remain invisible if AI does not recognize it as an authoritative and trustworthy source. In this episode, Joanne Z. Tan explains why AI search is reshaping brand discovery, how AI evaluates digital authority, and why organizations, executives, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders must rethink their content and brand strategy to remain visible in the AI era. "In the age of AI search, your brand is no longer competing only for search rankings. It is competing to become part of AI's answers," says Joanne Z. Tan. - Read the full article - Watch the 14-minute video Subscribe to our free Newsletter: https://10plusbrand.com/newsletter-subscription/ In this episode, you'll discover: • Why AI search is transforming how customers discover brands and make purchasing decisions • Why traditional SEO alone is no longer sufficient for long-term brand visibility • Why many companies with strong Google rankings still fail to appear in AI-generated answers • The relationship among brand content, user-generated content, AI search, GEO (Generative Engine Optimization), AEO (Answer Engine Optimization), and brand strategy • Why thought leadership, trusted content, and content authority have become strategic business assets • How AI systems evaluate credibility, expertise, and relevance when recommending brands • Practical strategies for increasing brand visibility across ChatGPT, Google AI, Gemini, Claude, Perplexity, and future AI platforms • Why organizations should begin preparing today for an AI-first search ecosystem As AI increasingly becomes the link between businesses and their customers, AI search is redefining how trust is earned and how brands are discovered. Organizations that invest today in authoritative content, strategic positioning, and genuine thought leadership will be better positioned to remain visible as AI continues to reshape the co-created customer journey among brands, customers, and influencers. About Joanne Z. Tan Joanne Z. Tan is Founder and CEO of 10 Plus Brand, Inc., a globally recognized brand strategist, thought leadership coach, executive branding expert, speaker, and content strategist. She helps CEOs, founders, executives, board members, and organizations decode their Brand DNA, elevate their authority, and build influential brands for the AI age. Her multidisciplinary approach integrates brand strategy, business modeling, thought leadership, AI Native Brand Architecture™, AIXD™ (AI Experience Design), high-authority content creation, marketing strategy, and digital storytelling to help organizations build enduring competitive advantage. © Joanne Z. Tan, 2026. All rights reserved.
To improve brand performance, strengthen brand loyalty, and grow the bottom line, build positive brand associations through social listening and open ended questions with customers, says Joanne Z. Tan. Most companies ask customers questions. Far fewer ask the right questions. If your surveys rely primarily on rating scales and multiple-choice answers, you may be measuring satisfaction while missing the authentic associations that truly shape your brand. The greatest insights often come from open ended questions that allow customers to describe your brand in their own words, revealing the positive associations, negative associations, emotions, and experiences that structured surveys often overlook. In this episode, Joanne Z. Tan explains why open ended questions are one of the most valuable tools in brand strategy, social listening, and customer research, especially in the AI age where genuine human understanding matters more than ever. - Read the full article - Watch the video - Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://10plusbrand.substack.com/ In this episode, you'll discover: • Why open ended questions uncover authentic brand associations that structured surveys often miss • How brand association influences trust, reputation, customer loyalty, and buying decisions • The difference between positive associations, negative associations, and neutral perceptions • Why social listening has become an essential complement to traditional market research • How authentic customer language reveals your brand's true surplus value beyond products and services • Why emotional associations often matter more than functional attributes • How AI can help analyze qualitative responses while human judgment remains essential for interpreting meaning • Practical ways leaders can use open ended questions to strengthen brand positioning, messaging, and customer experience The brands that earn lasting loyalty are not those that speak the loudest. They are the ones that listen most carefully. By asking thoughtful open ended questions and practicing genuine social listening, organizations discover what customers truly think, why they trust or avoid a brand, and which authentic associations shape long-term loyalty. Those authentic associations become the foundation of stronger brands, deeper customer relationships, and better bottom line. About Joanne Z. Tan Joanne Z. Tan is the Founder and CEO of 10 Plus Brand, Inc., a brand strategy, executive branding, and thought leadership consultancy. She helps CEOs, executives, entrepreneurs, and organizations build influential, authentic brands through strategic positioning, Brand DNA decoding, AI Experience Design (AIXD™), thought leadership, content strategy, and digital presence. A speaker, interviewer, writer, photographer, and lifelong learner, Joanne combines analytical thinking with creativity to help leaders and organizations build trust, brand equity, and long-term competitive advantage in the AI age. Learn more: https://10plusbrand.com https://10plusprofile.com https://aixd.world Copyright © 2026 Joanne Z. Tan. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction or distribution of this podcast description or its contents is prohibited without written permission.
What if the most meaningful Spain tour isn't one you purchase, but one you create for yourself? In this episode, I share my unforgettable 310-kilometer solo travel journey along the Camino Primitivo, the oldest route of the Camino de Santiago for 1,100 years, followed by an extraordinary experience witnessing the 2026 total solar eclipse in León, Spain. Although I began the pilgrimage alone, I was never truly alone. Along the Camino, strangers became companions. Conversations crossed cultures. Shared meals, encouragement, and kindness transformed a solitary journey into one rich with stories. At the same time, the Camino reminded me that wisdom lies in knowing when to embrace solitude and when to welcome a companion. This episode is about much more than hiking across northern Spain. It is about perseverance, resilience, friendship, cultural discovery, and the personal transformation that often comes when we step outside our routines and comfort zones. Whether you're planning a Spain tour, considering your own Camino pilgrimage, interested in solo travel, or simply curious about the lessons learned from walking hundreds of kilometers across Spain, I hope this story inspires you to take your own first step. Read as a blog Watch as a video In this episode, you'll discover: • What solo travel is really like during a 310-kilometer pilgrimage across northern Spain. • How companionship naturally develops and changes among pilgrims from every corner of the world. • Why walking alone can deepen self-awareness while opening the door to meaningful human connections. • What it was like to continue the journey to León to witness the spectacular 2026 total solar eclipse. • Why the Camino de Santiago is ultimately about far more than reaching Santiago de Compostela. Every journey changes us. Some through breathtaking landscapes. Some through unforgettable people. Some through rare moments that remind us how small we are beneath the vastness of the universe. My Spain tour offered all three, and more. I hope you'll join me on this remarkable journey. About Joanne Z. Tan Joanne Z. Tan is the founder and CEO of 10 Plus Brand, Inc., a Silicon Valley brand strategy, executive branding, and thought leadership consultancy. She helps CEOs, executives, entrepreneurs, and organizations build influential, authentic brands through strategic positioning, content, and digital presence. A speaker, interviewer, writer, photographer, and lifelong traveler, Joanne combines business strategy with creativity to help leaders become recognized authorities in their industries. She is also the host of Interviews of Notables and Influencers, where she explores leadership, branding, innovation, and the stories behind remarkable people. Learn more: https://10PlusBrand.com Copyright © 2026 Joanne Z. Tan. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction or distribution of this podcast description or its contents is prohibited without written permission.
What possesses someone to spend 12 straight hours hiking 20 miles through The Narrows, carrying a backpack, climbing over slippery boulders, wading through cold water, through one of the world's most spectacular slot canyons? In this episode, Joanne Z. Tan shares the unforgettable story of hiking solo through The Narrows in Zion National Park, one of the most challenging and breathtaking wilderness adventures in America. From breathtaking canyon scenery to moments of exhaustion, wonder, and quiet reflection, this journey is about far more than completing a difficult hike. It is a story of perseverance, courage, humility, and discovering beauty where few are willing to venture. - Read the full adventure story with photos - Watch the 35-minute video with photos - Subscribe to our free Newsletter In this episode, you'll discover: • What it is like to hike 20 miles through The Narrows in Zion National Park. • Why this iconic wilderness adventure challenges both physical endurance and mental resilience. • The unexpected lessons nature teaches about perseverance, preparation, and courage. • How solitude in the wilderness can renew perspective and deepen gratitude. • Why the greatest adventures often transform us long after the journey ends. Whether you're an experienced backpacker, an aspiring adventurer, or someone who simply loves stories of exploration, this episode invites you to experience one of America's most extraordinary wilderness landscapes through Joanne's eyes. About Joanne Z. Tan Joanne Z. Tan is the founder and CEO of 10 Plus Brand, Inc., a corporate brand strategy, executive branding, and thought leadership agency. She is also an award-winning photographic artist, wilderness backpacker, writer, speaker, and host of Interviews of Notables and Influencers. Through her travels and outdoor adventures, she shares stories of resilience, nature, creativity, and the human spirit. © 2026 Joanne Z. Tan. All rights reserved.
Three of America's founding fathers die on the 4th of July - is it merely an extraordinary coincidence, or is it a divine invitation for us to reflect more deeply on the meaning of Independence Day and the future of the American republic? In this episode, Joanne Z. Tan reflects on one of the most remarkable historical coincidences in American history: three founding fathers, Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, and James Monroe, all died on July 4th, the anniversary of American independence. She explores the significance of the 4th of July, the founding ideals of the United States, and the timeless words of Benjamin Franklin following the Constitutional Convention: "A republic, if you can keep it." - Read the 1-min article - Watch the 3-min video - Subscribe to our free Newsletter In this episode, you'll discover: • Why the deaths of three founding fathers on July 4th continue to fascinate historians and Americans alike. • The historical context behind Independence Day and the birth of the United States. • Benjamin Franklin's enduring caution: "A republic, if you can keep it." • Why America's founding ideals remain relevant 250 years later. • A personal reflection on liberty, democracy, and America's enduring promise. As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, Joanne invites listeners to consider whether the nation has remained faithful to the principles of liberty, democracy, the rule of law, and the values that inspired its founding. Drawing from her own journey as an immigrant from China who came to America in pursuit of freedom and opportunity, she offers a personal reflection on why the American experiment continues to matter, and why preserving it remains the responsibility of every person and every generation. About Joanne Z. Tan Joanne Z. Tan is the founder and CEO of 10 Plus Brand, Inc., a corporate brand strategy, executive branding, and thought leadership agency. She is a brand strategist, thought leadership coach, writer, speaker, and host of Interviews of Notables and Influencers, where she explores leadership, branding, AI, innovation, and ideas that shape organizations and society. © 2026 Joanne Z. Tan. All rights reserved.
Is performance marketing enough to grow a business in the AI age? Or does long-term success require a stronger branding strategy built on trust, differentiation, and customer experience? In this episode, Joanne Z. Tan explores why branding strategy and performance marketing are not competing approaches—they are complementary forces. While performance marketing has traditionally measured ROI through clicks, likes, and conversions, these metrics become increasingly inadequate as Agentic AI transforms the customer buying journey. Sustainable business growth depends on brand building, brand positioning, brand trust, and brand equity that influence customer decisions both immediately and over the long term in an AI-driven marketplace. As AI increasingly shapes search, discovery, and purchase decisions, organizations must rethink their digital marketing strategy. Winning brands invest not only in measurable performance but also in authentic storytelling, memorable customer experiences, and meaningful differentiation that both AI systems and human customers recognize and trust. In this episode, you'll learn: What is performance marketing, and where it fits into modern business growth Why branding strategy is essential for long-term competitive advantage How brand building strengthens customer loyalty beyond paid advertising The relationship between brand equity, customer experience, and business value Why brand trust is becoming one of the most valuable assets in the AI era How effective brand positioning helps your business stand out in crowded markets How to integrate performance marketing and brand-building KPIs into a comprehensive digital marketing strategy Why brands that balance short-term performance with long-term branding outperform those focused only on immediate ROI Today's AI-powered marketplace rewards organizations that create lasting trust—more than clicks and likes. The companies that thrive will combine data-driven marketing with authentic human connection, building brands that customers remember, recommend, and return to. Read the full article: https://10plusbrand.com/2026/06/28/performance-marketing-and-brand-building-in-ai-age-joanne-z-tan/ Subscribe to our FREE Newsletter for more insights on AI, branding, executive influence, and thought leadership. Visit: 10PlusBrand.com AIXD.world 10PlusProfile.com About the Author Joanne Z. Tan is a globally recognized brand strategist, thought leadership coach, branding expert, and Founder & CEO of 10 Plus Brand, Inc. She helps founders, CEOs, executives, entrepreneurs, and organizations build influential brands through strategic brand positioning, authentic storytelling, AI Experience Design (AIXD™), and long-term brand building. Her work bridges branding strategy, digital transformation, executive visibility, and customer experience to help organizations earn lasting brand trust and brand equity in the AI age. Copyright © 2026 Joanne Z. Tan, 10 Plus Brand, Inc. All rights reserved.
AI in Branding, Part 2: How to Stand Out, Create Content, and Build a Future-Proof Brand Welcome back to Part 2 of our FAQ series! If you missed Part 1 (FAQ #1–#6), be sure to listen first — we covered where branding starts, brand DNA decoding, ROI, and more. In this episode, we tackle FAQ #7–#12. Joanne dives deeper into the most pressing questions about AI in branding and what it truly takes to build an enduring, human-centered brand in the AI Age. 🎙️ Hosted by Joanne Z. Tan, founder and CEO of 10 Plus Brand — with 16+ years of experience helping brands decode their DNA, tell their stories, and lead in their fields. 🔗 Read the full FAQs 🎬 Watch Part 2 as a 9-min video You will learn: How to combine human intelligence with AI in brand building — and what makes a brand stand out when AI levels the playing field Budget constraints? Discover the low-hanging fruits to start with — including LinkedIn profiles and website content — that deliver the most bang for your buck Why content frequency matters: how often to publish blogs, videos, and podcasts to be recognized by your target audience and AI search tools like ChatGPT and Claude Original content vs. AI-generated slop — how to create authentic, thought-leading content in your own brand voice without giving away your "secret sauce" From AI Experience Design (AIXD™) to content strategy, brand visibility, and protecting your proprietary insights, this episode is packed with actionable guidance for business brands and leadership personal brands alike. Whether you're a founder, CEO, executive, or B2B service provider, this conversation is your roadmap to thriving with — not being replaced by — AI in branding. Please contact us for a customized assessment tailored to your unique situation, whether it is a company brand, a leadership personal brand, or a professional brand. We at 10 Plus Brand have a proprietary process for brand DNA decoding, the foundation upon which content strategy, content creation, video production, website and social media marketing with AEO, GEO, SEO, and SOM are delivered. - Subscribe to our free newsletter, for more thought leadership on AI, branding, executive influence, and the future of customer experience. About Joanne Z. Tan Joanne Z. Tan is a global brand strategist, thought leadership coach, and founder of 10 Plus Brand, Inc. and AIXD.world. She helps founders, CEOs, executives, and organizations build influential, future-ready brands through strategic positioning, AI Experience Design, and authentic storytelling. © Joanne Z. Tan, 2026. All rights reserved.
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10 Plus Brand Inc.’s founder, CEO Joanne Z. Tan started the first episode of #10 Plus Podcast on July 5, 2019. By the end of 2023, Joanne is planning to produce and host 100th episode. Whether it is a long and in-depth interview of a notable or an influencer, or a 30-second insight, 10 Plus Podcast timely airs high quality content on various subjects on current events, technology, Silicon Valley, life experiences, politics, culture and the arts. Coming soon, Joanne Z. Tan’s two books: ”How to Become a Brand: Decode, Create, Amplify”, and her memoir: ”50 dollars and a Tiger Balm: 40 years in the US”. In addition to the popular series ”Interviews of Notables & Influencers”, ”30 Seconds of Anything”, Joanne Tan, a global brand strategist, brand marketing consultant, branding expert, creative director at 10 Plus Brand, Inc., regularly shares
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