Weird Al Yankovic is making fun of how companies speak. His music video, "Mission Statement," is a biting attack on corporate marketing. Take the Jargon Free Challenge. Are you using any of the words Weird Al references in your business?
Developing Influencers: Octopus Products Focuses On Designers
Many industries have a hierarchy, and at the top are the influencers. Octopus Products focuses on their influencers, the designers, to drive sales and grow their 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."
David vs Goliath: How Trisura Beats The Big Companies
"If the big companies did everything right, there wouldn't be room for us," says Mike George, CEO of Trisura. Small and mid-sized companies, like Trisura, have an opportunity to compete and win against the giants of their industry. They create a David vs Goliath story by finding areas where the giants are lacking.
It takes more than a dynamic CEO or Founder to grow a sticky brand. Branding is a team sport, and without the right team the brand may never live up to its potential. Assemble a Brand Team to grow your business.
Canada’s Anti-Spam Law Decimates Email Lists: How To Rebuild
Canada's anti-spam laws are decimating corporate email lists. Companies got complacent in their email marketing, and they're waking up to the harsh reality that their subscribers were not really subscribers at all. How to rebuild your email list, and stay on the right side of the law.
Faster is Better: Speed Differentiates Almag’s Brand
Manufacturing in North America has never been more challenging. Not only are manufacturers competing with cheap imports, they're also facing steep competition at home. Almag Aluminum differentiates their brand by focusing on speed. Faster is better.
Great Brands Are About People: Ambitious, Impatient People
Great brands are built by people — ambitious and impatient people. People who want to make a significant change, and make it now. Anyone can learn the principles of branding, but without the right people those strategies won't amount to a hill of beans.
Big events are a powerful way to build relationships and differentiate your brand. Macpek stood out by organizing a relay-race marathon from Mont Tremblant to Quebec City in May. They had over 650 people cross the finish line, and it created a powerful event to build relationships and connect people with people.
Most company websites are attractive, functional and tell a good story. But those are table stakes. Websites that sell are different, because they are built for sales.
The best sales pitch is delivered by your customers. There is no one who can convey value better than the people already working with your products. David Tremblay, CEO of Simard Suspensions says, "The best argument to sell your products comes from your customers. You can build the best sales pitch that you can imagine, but let the customer talk about your products and it's much more credible than anything else."
Small acts of generosity can completely shift your client relationships. A surprise. A gift. An acknowledgement. They all have the power to delight your customers, and convert them into fans.
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