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Branding: Slap Your Name on It (The Right Way)

Branding isn’t just a fancy logo and a catchy tagline—it’s the whole vibe of your business. From colors that pop to messaging that sticks, we’re spilling all the secrets on building a brand that people actually remember (and love). Ready to make your mark? Let’s dive in!

A designer works on creating a brand guideline to help Sacramento businesses reduce rework, speed up approvals, and build a consistent brand.

The Power of Brand Guidelines: How Teams Save Time and Reduce Rework

Brand guidelines are not a restrictive set of rules meant to stifle creativity. They are an operational tool designed for efficiency. For too many businesses in Sacramento, from growing service...

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A business owner weighing the options when it comes to DIY vs professional branding.

DIY or Hire? A Practical Framework for Deciding on Branding Investment

Every small business owner in Sacramento faces the same dilemma: “Should I do this myself, or should I hire a professional?” This question is especially tough when it comes to...

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A designer presents a brand refresh for a Sacramento business.

How a Brand Refresh Can Increase Consistency and Conversions

Over time, even the strongest brands can start to drift. A new logo is used on social media but not the website. Your sales team creates their own presentations because...

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Go Beyond the Logo: Why a Cohesive Visual Identity System Matters

Many Sacramento business owners think branding starts and ends with a logo, but a cohesive visual identity system is crucial for true brand consistency. They spend weeks or months getting...

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Two designers working on the brand discovery process, to ensure consistency across all deliverables.

Brand Discovery to Launch: Our No-BS Process for Faster Alignment

Branding projects stall for predictable reasons: unclear goals, too many decision-makers with conflicting opinions, and a lack of a clear path forward. Without a solid brand discovery process, the result...

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Sacramento Branding Trends 2025: What’s Working for Local Businesses

If you’re looking ahead, it’s crucial to consider Sacramento branding trends 2025 to stay ahead of the curve.Branding trends can be a minefield, though. One minute, everyone is doing a...

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Two teammates comparing a brand style guide and a campaign plan, visual for branding vs marketing working together.

Branding vs Marketing, Why You Need Both

Great brands grow when positioning and promotion work together. If results feel inconsistent, you may be treating branding vs marketing as a choice instead of a partnership. This guide explains...

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Designer reviewing logo files, color swatches, and typography updates, visual cue that it is time to rebrand.

Time To Rebrand, 5 Signs You Have Outgrown DIY Branding

Your business has evolved, yet your visuals and voice still look like the early days. If that description feels familiar, it might be time to rebrand. A planned refresh will...

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Brand Consistency Checklist for Q4 Campaigns

Q4 moves fast, so small gaps in branding can turn into mixed messages and missed revenue. Use this brand consistency checklist to align visuals, voice, and execution before your campaigns...

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September Recap: 10 Quick Design Fixes That Make a Big Impact

September flew by, which makes this the perfect time to tidy up the little things that shape first impressions. These quick design tips for business will clean up your site,...

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