A while back, I wrote about some of the trends that I thought would be shaping marketing in 2019. Visuals and video were among the tactics I said we would all be wise to explore in the coming year. I still know that’s the case and I thought we should take a more detailed look […]
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4 Growth Tips for Modern Marketing Agencies
Thanks to low barriers to entry, low-cost tools, and widespread visibility, starting a digital marketing agency is not terribly difficult. Many firms have started from a home office and continued to be managed independent of a permanent location or commercial space. But there’s a significant difference between launching a digital marketing agency and scaling a […]
Old Navy Gets It Wrong
Previously, we took a look at how Crock-Pot dealt with the untimely death of a beloved TV character due to a faulty Crock-Pot cord and the social media backlash that erupted from that pretend but apparently emotional death. A situation that could have gone very wrong but Crock-Pot got it right. They didn’t get defensive or […]
Boost Your Branding: 7 Hottest Graphic Trends for 2019
Whether or not you put research, money and effort in to your brand, it will still be designed. Through many years of small business startups and made-from-scratch marketing, I’ve learned that crummy design can blight your business as much as sophisticated design can enhance it. Like the burned-out letter on the storefront sign, poor or […]
Your Social Media Needs a Stronger Voice. Here’s How to Get One.
Platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter are fantastic free business tools. They allow us to promote what we do, share relevant information, and engage with customers quickly and effectively, on a more personal level than ever before. When we get social media interaction right, the results can be instant and astounding. But used badly, social […]
How to Differentiate Your Brand from the Competition
Standing out in a competitive industry is one of the most challenging tasks facing today’s business owner. With the rise in social media, online presences, and reviews from customers, it can be more challenging than ever to create and maintain a strong brand presence that appeals to customers while standing apart from the sea of […]
Why the Integrity of Your Brand is at Risk of Being Destroyed (and What to Do About It)
How much importance do you place on your brand? Let me play Devil’s advocate for a moment… I bet it’s not enough. An inconsistent representation of your brand creates confusion and can even reduce your ability to expand your business. Research by Interbrand shows a strong correlation between the consistency of branding and the revenue a company earns. […]
How Good is Your Brand Reputation?
How do you know if your organization’s brand reputation is a good one? Have you ever evaluated it? Your brand reputation is determined by how your market segments (audiences) perceive your organization. Those with strong brand reputations typically share the following characteristics*: Trustworthy Honest Transparent Open to improvement Ethical Respectful Law-abiding *From Beyond Your Logo: 7 […]
5 Tips for Small Businesses to Thrive in Big Business-Dominated Industries
It is easy for small businesses to get intimidated in a competitive market place dominated by big brands. Even though many startups enter the market with much enthusiasm and motivation, they sometimes succumb to the pressures of trying to stay in business and keeping up with other numerous brands that provide similar value but have […]
How to Create Cohesive Branding Online and Offline
Building a brand? Use these tips and tricks to take advantage of today’s many advertising outlets and create cohesive branding online and offline. Develop a Clearly Defined Brand Voice One the most important steps to creating cohesive branding online and offline is to develop a clearly-defined brand voice. Simply put, your brand voice is the […]
