Branding
Branding is the way your small business shows up, from your logo design to your tone of voice. And great branding matters – it’s what makes an impression on customers and distinguishes you from your competitors. Whether you already have a brand style guide or want to create one, the articles on this page will help you take your branding to the next level.

What is brand marketing? And how to create a brand marketing strategy
Brand marketing. You’ve probably heard the term thrown around by entrepreneurs and marketers alike. But what is brand marketing, really? […]

Behind 8 of food branding’s most iconic mascots
We’re constantly surrounded by advertising, an inescapable whirl of words, colours and images. But it wasn’t always this way. Back […]

How to create a strong brand personality (and why it’s important)
How people perceive your brand personality is subjective – but extremely important. According to Harvard Business School, 95% of purchasing […]

What is brand equity and why it’s important for your business
Branding may feel complicated, but the big idea is simple. Brand equity is the reputation-powered value that adds to what […]

What is brand identity? Develop a great one with our free downloadable worksheet
Brand identity is the special sauce that makes your business instantly recognisable and memorable. Just like your personal identity makes […]

Types of packaging boxes and bags: How to choose the best for your brand
Packaging does more than protect what you sell, it shapes a customer’s first impression, their unboxing moment and how they […]

Branding colours: Everything you need to choose your brand’s colour palette
Ever noticed how Chase, Citibank and similar brands all use blue? That’s no coincidence; they understand how powerful colour psychology […]

Learn the power of niche marketing: Loyalty, trust and visibility
Trying to appeal to everyone often ends up pleasing no one. Many small businesses lean on broad branding, hoping that […]

What is sustainable packaging? A guide for small businesses
If you own or run a small business, you already juggle inventory headaches, shipping delays and the daily quest to […]

What is brand packaging? Why it works and how to do it well
Looking to make your product stand out in a crowded market? The key could be your brand packaging. More than […]

Marketing vs. branding: what’s the difference?
When you’re building a business, there are so many buzzwords that get thrown around that it can be hard to […]

44 logo colour combinations to inspire your next logo design
Every brand needs a colour palette for its logo. Even if yours is black and white or a few shades […]