01:48 – Why is understanding this difference important? 04:18 – Defining differentiation. 08:54 – Measuring differentiation. 15:39 – The case against differentiation. 34:11 – Defining distinctiveness. 39:05 – Examples of distinctive brands. 42:38 – How should marketers be approaching differentiation and distinctiveness?
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