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Do You Love It Or Does Your Audience? How to Provide Effective Feedback While Building Your Branding
One of the hardest parts of building a brand is distinguishing between your personal preferences and strategic design choices with your audience in mind. Here are a few quick tips to help you navigate that process!
Designing Brand Collateral As Unique As You Are
Your brand is perfectly crafted for you and your audience. So why would your collateral be generic? We’ve got a few tips on designing merch, stationery, and other brand collateral that actually reflects your business and audience!
Know Your Options — Popular Web Platforms & Site Builders
Having a strong online presence is crucial for small businesses and personal brands. Luckily, website builders make it easier than ever to create a beautiful, functional website without needing advanced coding skills (or a large budget). Let’s explore some of the most popular website builders available in 2024, specifically their features and pricing options, so that you can make the best choice for you and your team!
Understanding Your Business’s Brand Strategy
A brand strategy consists of several essential elements such as brand's foundational purpose, mission, core values, ideal audience, key messaging, tone of voice, and your competitive market position. All of these items come together to help you set goals, plan your marketing strategies, and grow as a business. We break down each of these elements to help you get started on your own brand strategy — learn more inside!