Have you attended any networking events lately? The stack of business cards on your desk or dresser attest to the fact that people still exchange business cards, despite new technology. Those cards can be one of your biggest investments. Sometimes this is all a potential client has that represents you.
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Yearly Archives 2014
Branding & PR Case Study: Bristol Animal Shelter
THE CHALLENGE: In May of 2008, The Friends of Foley was a small non-profit organization of animal advocates that came together to bring attention for the need for a new animal shelter in the town of Bristol, Rhode Island. The organization had an annual operating budget of $58K and a
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What’s In a Name? Why, Everything!
When Shakespeare asked ‘What’s in a name?,’ he ended up carrying on about roses. When we’re asked the same question, we get right to the point – ‘everything!’ The name you give your business or product will greatly impact how your business and products are perceived. It’s also a big
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Position Statements & Tag Lines
How you position your business and products is one of the most important parts of Branding Strategy. The right slogan or tag line can become as recognizable as your corporate logo. Over the years we have successfully created many tags lines along with company and product names. Below is a
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First Impressions
You only get one chance to make an impact. So many of us make judgments based on what we first see. Make sure you look like a serious company, and not just someone with a small side business. How can you make a good first impression? Arrive on time to
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Medical Service Brands
Medical services – it’s not a product or service that people traditionally think of as “branded.” After 30 years of quality service, Dr. George Kates understood the need for a brand, and asked Creative Director Tom Roskelly to develop a design for his pediatric dental office. Kates intended to sell
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Trade Shows Do Not Require SqueezeBalls – A Strategy Case Study
Gone to a trade show or expo lately? Did you leave with a bag of pens, water bottles and other items? How many did you actually use? Companies spend hundreds to produce these promotional items, hoping to capture your attention and win your business. JHawk Builders wanted something bigger. With
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You Get What You Pay For
Think it’s too expensive to hire a branding/marketing consultant? You know that free website that some companies offer? They are worth every penny. If you want to get results, you need to work with professionals who have experience in the field. That expertise does not always come cheap. Not every
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Hitting Your Target Market
Research shows that 80% of your business comes from 20% of your clients. The best way to increase revenue is to duplicate that 20%. Easy, right? It’s all about knowing your target market. Who are those specific customers that generate the most income? What if your business is burger stand
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Get SMART About Marketing
Those who fail to plan, plan to fail – Benjamin Franklin As a business owner, you might be reviewing your year-end sales and setting new goals for 2014. Did you follow through on all your plans for 2013? Were your sales as you hoped? During slow economic times, it’s tempting to
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