The document discusses key concepts in brand management including customer-based brand equity (CBBE), brand positioning, target markets, and points of parity and difference. It describes CBBE as the differential effect of brand knowledge on consumer response. Brand positioning is defined as designing an offer and image to occupy a distinct space in the target customer's mind. Key steps in positioning are identifying the target customer, competitors, similarities to competitors, and differences from competitors. Core brand values and brand mantras that capture the spirit of positioning are also discussed.