Starbucks. Airbnb. IKEA. They didn’t become major brands thanks to luck. Though there are many different roads to success, there’s one thing these (and other wildly successful) companies have in common – strong brand identity. If you’re aiming to stand out from the...
As the snow falls outside, a familiar feeling begins to take hold. The new year has arrived. It’s a time to reflect on the past. To look forward to the future. A chance to start fresh. And, for local businesses, it’s the perfect opportunity to take stock....
“The more things change, the more they stay the same.” While it’s true that online marketing is evolving quickly, certain truths don’t change. For example: Social media marketing has proven to be a powerful method for getting the word out about your business. 77% of...
As 2023 draws to a close, now is the perfect time to think about how to build your brand’s success in 2024. That’s right, it’s time for New Year’s business resolutions. 2024 doesn’t have to be just another year. With some simple yet meaningful business...
(3-minute read) Fish! Fresh fiiiiish! For as long as there’s been local business, there’s been a need to get the word out. Back in Ancient Rome, graffiti was a common way to advertise. Nearly any wall (and even some large rocks) could become a billboard – ads were...
As a business leader, do you find your to-do list growing longer every day? Are you scrambling to keep up with all your essential responsibilities, while also putting out constant fires? Running a business can feel overwhelming sometimes. But it doesn’t have to. The...