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WAYNE PARTELLO

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The news cycle moves fast, and when the spotlight hits you, there are a few things to remember.

The news cycle moves fast, and when the spotlight hits you, there are a few things to remember.

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A logo is not a brand; Cracker Barrel's redesign shows a visual change without clear…

A logo is not a brand. I’ll say it again… A LOGO IS NOT A BRAND. And neither is a uniform or a campaign slogan.

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A radio-thon he helped launch has raised millions for the Jimmy Fund; storytelling unites…

I looked up yesterday and saw this post from my former radio station in Boston… WOW! Over $5.3 million raised to fight cancer.

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How you behave will determine what you are known for. So you better know who you want to be. 🧠

How you behave will determine what you are known for. So you better know who you want to be. 🧠

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“Why would you want to go work for the Padres??? Nobody in San Diego cares about the…

“Why would you want to go work for the Padres??? Nobody in San Diego cares about the Padres!” ⚾️

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One of the topics from last week’s roundtables was around unlocking budgets. 💸

One of the topics from last week’s roundtables was around unlocking budgets. 💸

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What will it say after your name when you pass away? 🤔

What will it say after your name when you pass away? 🤔

Wayne Partello and his wife toasting with cocktails, in a CUENTO graphic captioned 'Sundays Can Be More Than Brunch'

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Don’t sleep on Sundays… there’s business to be done and impressions up for grabs! 🚀

Don’t sleep on Sundays… there’s business to be done and impressions up for grabs! 🚀

CUENTO graphic titled 'Tips for Content Creation' listing Write It Down, Reflect, Share It, with Wayne Partello's photo composited at the bottom

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Let’s talk about content creation and why you should be doing it.

Let’s talk about content creation and why you should be doing it.

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Leaving the team showed him how little brand messaging breaks through to fans' feeds;…

One of the greatest gifts I’ve been given since quitting working for professional sports teams is… perspective!

CUENTO's custom cartoon mascot character, wearing a CUENTO cap and floral shirt with gold chains, holding up a sign that reads 'CUENTO'

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Transitioning from working for a team to consulting with teams has given me a whole new…

Transitioning from working for a team to consulting with teams has given me a whole new perspective.

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A Love Letter to Radio—And a Wake-Up Call for Any Business 🎙️📻

A Love Letter to Radio—And a Wake-Up Call for Any Business 🎙️📻

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The superpower of being an operator can’t be underestimated. ⚡

The superpower of being an operator can’t be underestimated. ⚡

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Anybody can sell a product, a house, a service. But what makes YOU different? 💡

Anybody can sell a product, a house, a service. But what makes YOU different? 💡

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Growing a business on LinkedIn takes consistency: make writing a priority, use Canva, use…

The power and reach of LinkedIn is incredible—it’s been a cornerstone of our awareness strategy for CUENTO Marketing. But here’s the truth: it’s not automatic.

Wayne Partello selfie next to sticky notes reading 'Listen', 'More', 'Talk', 'Less' with a hand-drawn arrow connecting them

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Listening beats talking: focus groups show customers want to share, being heard builds…

It’s me, hi, I’m a talker, it’s me… 🎤 But if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s this: listening is far more important than talking.

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Us in August 2019 to Jamie & Gabe

Us in August 2019 to Jamie & Gabe:

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One of my favorite parts about telling your story is when others start telling it too. 🎤

One of my favorite parts about telling your story is when others start telling it too. 🎤

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You’re in possession of the brand, but at times it can feel like everyone’s trying to rip…

You’re in possession of the brand, but at times it can feel like everyone’s trying to rip it from your hands.

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Brand success starts with choosing a destination: "Who do we want to be when that moment…

The key to driving brand success is choosing a destination and knowing what you will represent when you get there.

A young Wayne kneeling on the Boston Celtics parquet floor logo amid confetti after the 2008 NBA championship celebration, with the empty arena in the background.

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June 17, 2008 - That’s me on the floor after the Boston Celtics celebrated banner 17.

June 17, 2008 - That’s me on the floor after the Boston Celtics celebrated banner 17.

Wayne and a colleague giving a brand presentation to seated Padres players in the team clubhouse.

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An essential lesson from sports: Communicate your goals throughout the ENTIRE organization. 🌟

An essential lesson from sports: Communicate your goals throughout the ENTIRE organization. 🌟

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Don't waste energy being jealous of others' advantages; take inspiration and get creative.

I love watching the Super Bowl… ads! 🏈📺

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Can you rattle off your personal core values? 🤔

Can you rattle off your personal core values? 🤔