I’ve had some head-scratching conversations about taglines over the years. It seems that when a company lacks a strong brand message and identity, they think a tagline will fix everything. Just as having a baby won’t fix a marriage, a pithy phrase will not fix...
With a steady flow of referral clients, I am in an enviable place. I don’t have to hustle (god I hate that word) for new clients or projects, and I can tailor my work days to support my lifestyle (aka, go snowboarding or hiking in...
Have you heard of brand authenticity as a differentiator yet? As a small business owner or marketer, buckle up. This is big. Over the past several years, I have shifted my purchases from large, faceless corporations to small, local businesses that are owned by real people....
When it comes to brand messaging, a fatal error is leaving your topline messages (like your value proposition, full list of benefits, how you’re different, how it works) open to interpretation. I was recently reminded of this when doing a consult with a tech startup. The...
A website for your personal brand will help you stand out in a sea of competition. When you work in a crowded field (like Realtors, consultants, attorneys and coaches), this is so important, at least if you want to meet your goals. A website for your...