The right strategy makes all the difference As companies grow, product lines expand and market conditions change, business owners often find themselves with a company brand image that no longer reflects who they are or what they do. Perhaps they started in a niche market, or with a very specific product, and built their entire…
Remember the good old days when you could curl up on your company home page and wait for customers to drop by? Sure, you may have had to buy a few Google Adwords here and there, but with the right SEO and enough keyword-stuffed copy, you could get by just fine. Just point everything and…
The backlash at Netflix’s new company name borders on hysterical. Brand loyalty can “qwikly” turn to brand hatred when these five business rebranding rules are ignored… 1. A company name change should be prompted by need Most successful rebrands come about because the need is apparent. The old name could be outdated, outmoded, inaccurate, misleading,…
When branding a company, the most pressing issues are not always the most important ones. There may be an upcoming trade show, a meeting with potential investors, or a potential trademark conflict. These urgent mandates can often obscure the overarching need to properly position your company in your industry. In a rush to brand your…
For start up companies and entrepreneurs looking to launch their new businesses, the question often arises “Do I just need a business name, or do I need branding?” The difference between naming a company and branding a company is the difference between sharing a simple hello vs. sharing a great conversation. A good company name…
For most savvy marketers, social media has grown from a curiosity to a vital component of their online strategy. According to a survey conducted by Regus, nearly 50% of U.S. based businesses use some form of social media to connect with existing and potential customers. But is having a mere presence on social media the…
If you’ve seen a multitude of those quirky black and white boxes that look like a cross between a bar code and a Rorschach test, you are not alone. They’ve popped up on everything from plant containers to pet food. Target, Best Buy, and Home Depot have all embraced QR codes as a way to connect real…
Lots of factors go into a great company brand, first among them, the business name itself. For many aspiring entrepreneurs and internet start ups, the prime consideration is search engine optimization. Launching a new company on a limited budget requires as much marketing help as humanly possible. So just what helps to get true recognition…
For consulting firms and other start up companies, few items are more important than the company brand name itself. Without a strong and compelling brand identity, most companies get lost in a sea of sound-alike, descriptive or meaningless names. The most common mistake is simply using the owner’s initials or surname (e.g. FJZ Associates or…
When people mention the word “brand” they usually mean a well-known, well-defined company. That’s why consumers frequently mention names like Target, Rolex, Apple, BMW and others who have done an excellent job in crafting an image and sticking with it. Buyers know what to expect from these companies, and as long as these companies meet…