What does branding mean to start ups?

What are the most common mistakes that start ups make when it comes to designing and embedding their brand?

I enjoyed discussing these and other questions with @Adam Osso, Founder of Outragos (sic), where  science, human psychology, data, and statistics converge to create brands that dare to be different.

Adam’s top tip for business owners? Do a thorough job of your research on your competitors and potential customers..