How Has Burberry’s Strategy Changed Over the Years?

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Even if you don’t know the name “Burberry” yet, you would probably recognize its trademark checkered pattern on its trench coats, bags, and other fashion accessories. But if you’ve heard it already, you instantly associate the name with “high fashion” and “quality excellence.” Indeed, Burberry is one of the world’s most recognized … Read more

How Has McDonald’s Branding Strategy Changed Over the Years?

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It’s as clear as a bell – McDonald’s is the biggest fast-food restaurant chain in the world today. Thanks mainly to its strong focus on customer service, response to competition, and marketing and branding strategies, McDonald’s has weathered competition (and some controversy) and retains its top position in the world of fast … Read more

7 Things You Should Know About Branding In Social Media

Social media is the new frontier in digital business branding. In 2018, there were close to 2.7 billion people on social media, and this number will rise to 3.1 billion by 2021. In the U.S, at least 69% of adults are on one social media network. Building your brand in the digital … Read more

Three Simple Yet Effective Ways to Make Your Brand Stand Out

Three Simple Yet Effective Ways to Make Your Brand Stand Out

Today, branding is really important for businesses. With competition fiercer than ever in many industries and customers increasingly looking for brands that go the extra mile and connect with them on a personal basis, it’s vital to put a lot of work into your branding efforts in order to reap the benefits. … Read more

3 Tips to Building a Quality Brand Reputation

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With the volume of competition and platforms available today, gaining a reputation for exceptional products and services has to go beyond hard work and marketing strategies. Companies need to think of smart ways to stand out from the crowd, attract a loyal following and keep their good reputation. If you’re looking to … Read more

Infographic: The Power of Color in Branding

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Many of us like to believe that we are unaffected by branding and advertising. However, with the vast quantity of messages we receive through various media formats throughout the day, it is almost impossible to completely avoid coming into contact with one brand or another. Ensuring that their message is effectively communicated … Read more

Infographic: Can Celebrity Endorsements Influence Sales?

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Celebrity endorsement has always been seen as a viable option for companies to promote their products. Many companies believe having their products associated with a popular celebrity will help drive sales. Consumers seem unsure of their influence with 51% stating that celebrity endorsement makes little to no difference on their purchasing decisions. … Read more

How to Increase Your Brand’s Credibility

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Building trust with your consumers is essential for success in business. Trust leads to repeat business and loyal customers, along with increased sales and brand awareness. That trust, however, takes time, hard work, and consistency to earn. It is important that business owners educate themselves on how to establish and maintain trust … Read more

Branding Basics for Businesses: How to Find Your Voice & Stick To It

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The December 2014 Webs Small Business Digital Trends Survey revealed that 63 percent of small businesses use digital tools to market to customers. When marketing online, businesses must present a coherent look and feel to successfully connect with the target audience. Below are creative ways to showcase your company’s voice, an important, … Read more

Marketing Idea #202: Pretend You’re a Celebrity

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LOL. From YouTube: “On the night of July 27th, 2012, a huge prank was pulled in New York City and this is the video of what took place. Brett Cohen came up with a crazy idea to fool thousands of pedestrians walking the streets of Times Square into thinking he was a … Read more

How to Market a New Business

Marketing Ideas for Small Business

As a small business owner or entrepreneur, by now you’ve hopefully come to the conclusion you don’t want to compete with folks selling their services for $5. So then, how to market a new business and build a brand? Here are a few ideas: First, I would consider your story. Why do … Read more