What Makes An Iconic Logo
A logo is the visual embodiment of your brand. It's a beacon that to draw us to it. Iconic logos possess 5 key traits. Learn how to make an iconic logo.
Category: Logo
Make Your Brand Iconic: The Power of Symbols in Branding
Symbols are a powerful element of your brand identity system that extend beyond your logo. The goal of brand builders is to create a visual shorthand using symbols to connect and engage your customers.
Most People Can’t Draw the Apple Logo
The Apple logo is one of the most iconic logos, but a recent study found only 1 out of 85 correctly recalled the Apple logo. Your brand identity may not be as important as you think.
Grow A Tattoo Worthy Brand
Would you get a tattoo of a logo? I know I wouldn't. I find the idea simply ridiculous. But from a branding context, wow! A tattoo worthy brand may be the pinnacle of consumerism, but it demonstrates that the brand stands something and people are connecting with it at a deep, personal level.
Your Business Card Is Your Brand
Your business card is your brand. Business cards are a perfect opportunity to demonstrate what makes your company unique. "The business card is your own personal album cover," says Marc Levack, CEO of Primo Cards. "It’s your way to demonstrate how your company is unique."
Developing A Brand Symbol (The Great Bee Debate)
Brand symbols function as a visual shorthand. Nike has the swoosh, and Starbucks uses the twin-tailed mermaid. When customers see these symbols they immediately think of the associated brand. The company doesn't need words to tell their story. The symbol does it all. The article chronicles Sticky Branding's approach to developing a symbol for our brand.
Testing A New Brand Name: Is It Sticky?
Getting your brand name right makes all the difference in the world. But the process of finding the right name is time consuming and challenging. It takes a lot of creativity to find a short list of compelling names, and the the guts to let your market react to it and guide you to the right outcome.
Your Logo Doesn’t Sell
A logo is a symbol, a reference point and a beacon for your business. It helps to create brand recognition, and support top of mind awareness. But your logo does not drive sales.
Business Cards Make A Statement
There’s no excuse for bland, boring business cards, but most are. Make a statement with your cards. What statement do you want to make with your business card?
Your Bio Photo Is Your Logo
If you value your personal brand, value your bio photo. It's your logo. Glamor shots, wedding photos or pictures taken on vacation just won't cut it. They don’t demonstrate credibility, and build your brand.
Differentiation Is A Side Effect
Differentiating a business is often misunderstood. It’s not about logos, websites or taglines. And it’s not about ...
Why Brands Need To Be Refreshed
Brands have a shelf life. They need to be refreshed every three to seven years depending on the industry to stay ...
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