Most brands start out with good intentions. They look vibrant, fresh, but often times they are dying from the inside out. You probably have seen this scenario before played out, whether it’s a brick and mortar store in your town or an online brand. While there can be other outside factors that play into why…
How to Know if Your Logo is Successful
February 2, 2020 By
When we are engaged in branding projects, one question usually surfaces when we talk about a logo and that is, “how do I know if our logo is any good?” If you are asking yourself this question, then here are a few questions to consider regarding the success of your logo: Is the logo relevant?…
What’s Your 2020 Marketing Plan?
December 16, 2019 By
How do you think your marketing performed over the past year? Taking time in the fourth quarter to review what worked, what didn’t work and what can be improved will help your New Year start off smooth. If you didn’t establish Key Performance Indicators (KPI) last year, start with establishing at least 2-3 measurable marketing…
How’s Your Brand Messaging? Take This Questionnaire.
November 21, 2019 By
Being able to quickly and concisely communicate your brand message is key for your target audience to know who you are and what your why is. Take this brief questionnaire and see how quickly you can answer these questions about your organization: What is your mission? What is your vision? What are your key values?…
Less Companies Want to Hire Full-Time Marketing Specialists, What Can They Do?
November 21, 2019 By
Q: Fewer Companies Want to Hire Full-Time Marketing Specialists, What Can They Do? A: Depending on the size of the company, hiring one person to do all of the marketing might not be the best solution unless the end goal is to build an entire in-house marketing department. Often times, we find that companies aren’t…
Initial Branding for New Product Pre-Launch
November 10, 2019 By
Buyers are constantly being screamed at with various competing products and advertisements. This reality means that it is necessary to devote time to develop engaging messages strategically to your target audience before the new product launches. Here are a few things to consider: Product Name The product name should be timeless, scalable and memorable. In…
Utilizing Relationship Marketing to Increase B2B Business
October 30, 2019 By
All relationships in life thrive off of respect, listening, communication and follow-through. When we look at our current and potential customers as valued relationships instead of simply transactions it cultivates trust and opens doors for more conversation. Utilizing Relationship Marketing can boost customer loyalty by cultivating deeper relationships because you truly know their needs and…
Marketing Investment
October 30, 2019 By
Q: Is there a “low hanging fruit” benefit by having a minimal presence/activity, or is tippy-toeing in marketing not a good investment? A: Marketing investment requires your whole team to dive-in, fully submerge and believe in your mission. When there isn’t an adequate amount of focused time, it will always result in disappointed marketing efforts…
Brand Equity Increases With Relevance
September 25, 2019 By
Think of your company’s brand similar to how you think about the curb appeal of your home. When you want to increase the market value of your home, you have to improve first impressions of your property—update the landscaping, apply fresh coats of paint, choose new porch furniture, and so on. It’s the same with…
Should Manufacturing Companies Have a Detailed Plan for Marketing to Distributors?
September 25, 2019 By
Absolutely! The reason why marketing can seem so nebulous is because there isn’t a simple, strategic marketing plan set in place. Manufacturers generally think of tactics, not marketing strategies. Having a marketing plan involves executing simple, disciplined, and perpetual marketing programs that are targeted, relevant and personal. Setting a vision for the company’s future based…
