Branding vs Marketing

To the casual observer, branding and marketing may appear to be the same. They're both inherently mysterious disciplines - branding is often described as a 'dark art'. They also have similar aims and goals, namely to aid the selling of a product or service. They both naturally lead to assisting sales (though I'll leave sales [...]

By |2023-01-13T10:40:56+00:00January 13th, 2023|Brand Strategy, Branding, Marketing|0 Comments

Visual Identity – Your Brand’s Arms & Armour

When it comes to a brand, most people think of the visual identity first - and in most cases, the logo. Although it's true that there is much, much more to a brand, there is no denying that good visuals are one of the most appealing aspects of a brand. So why, oh why, do [...]

By |2022-11-15T16:12:16+00:00November 15th, 2022|Brand Strategy, Branding, Colour|0 Comments

Brand Review – The Road Goes Ever On

I've not been subtle in my assertions that branding is a journey, not a destination. And while it's important to keep exploring, you shouldn't forget to look back on your progress from time to time. Taking in what successes - and failures - you've had is crucial to your continued brand development and alignment. This [...]

By |2022-09-30T15:06:39+00:00September 30th, 2022|Brand Strategy|0 Comments

Brand Voice – Your Call to Adventure

It's not what you say - it's how you say it. I know, it's pretty cliché, but it's true. Especially when it comes to your brand voice. The voice is your herald, it announces your arrival. It has the power to inspire or extinguish, to praise or belittle. To create or destroy. It can [...]

By |2022-09-30T15:05:50+00:00September 21st, 2022|Brand Strategy, Branding, Marketing|0 Comments

Why you should partner with a brand strategist

Across this blog, I frequently write about the importance of branding your own business, but there’s something else that a great brand strategist can offer - partnership. To partner with a brand strategist is to open up a world of opportunity for yourself and your clients, that doesn't just end at your visual identity.   [...]

By |2022-08-26T14:40:12+00:00August 25th, 2022|Brand Strategy|0 Comments

Brand Loyalty – Red vs Blue

Brand loyalty refers to positive emotions that consumers associate with a brand. It is a measurement of how likely customers are to return, despite competitor's efforts. The concept is nothing new but is becoming ever more important as clients have more choice. It's a constant struggle between brands, hoping to lure new customers while retaining [...]

By |2022-04-22T11:21:19+00:00April 22nd, 2022|Brand Strategy, Marketing|0 Comments

Accepting the Quest – Your Mission Statement

An adventurer is often propelled into action by their quest. Whether it's destroying a magic ring, slaying a timeless evil or relieving a besieged village, the quest is what gives the hero drive. Quests and missions are drivers of purpose and great acts of heroism. They are the call to adventure, and are surprisingly common [...]

By |2022-04-08T10:46:26+00:00April 8th, 2022|Brand Strategy|1 Comment

Why do you need a Brand Strategist?

Two generals are sent to lay siege to enemy castles. The first is sent with elite warriors. The second has a less experienced force. They must complete their task in a month.   The first general leaves immediately. They attack the castle in a brutal frontal assault. The fighting is fierce and intense. Within a [...]

By |2022-03-15T13:58:16+00:00March 15th, 2022|Brand Strategy, Branding, Marketing|0 Comments
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