You know a Nike ad when you see it. Same with Coca-Cola or Apple. This is because they have a consistent visual brand. It’s a combination of visual elements — logos, layouts, color schemes, themes and motifs — that come together into a gestalt that consumers recognize instantly as a sign of that particular brand. You […]
Mindset, Strategy & Planning
Here’s The Key to Getting Noticed in a Crowded Niche
Crowded niches are crowded for a reason: there’s a lot of money to be made there. Folk wisdom is usually to choose a small niche that no one else is focusing on. But you might not want to shy away from those big, massive evergreen niches. Believe it or not, with the right marketing strategy, […]
Keep Customers Hooked With This Content Format That Never Goes Out of Style
Content is a must-have for just about any business, and there are some time tested content types that work every time. One of the best focuses on educating your audience. It’s how-to content, and audiences love it. Everyone has questions about how to do something, and your brand can deliver exactly the answers they’re looking […]
4 Critical Things Affiliate Marketers Need to Remember to Avoid Disaster
Everyone talks about how affiliate marketing can change your life when you start making big money. But what happens when the cash stops flowing? Affiliate marketing can be feast and famine sometimes. After all, you’re usually at least partly dependent on someone else’s platform — Google, Facebook, what have you. There are things that could […]
7 Simple Steps to an Unforgettable Brand With a Strong Identity
It’s a crowded marketplace out there. No matter what kind of business you have, and no matter what you’re selling, you’re competing with someone. Remember that competition isn’t just a matter of selling the same products. Your blog content and your Facebook ads are competing for attention with tons of other stimuli in a person’s immediate […]