Picture this: You are visiting a new town and want to try a new restaurant, but you don’t know what’s around. You can ask the concierge for recommendations and use handy-dandy Google to look up nearby restaurants and their reviews. These help you find a lovely Italian...
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3 Ways to Improve Your Attention to Detail
Details are everything when it comes to design. The exact color, the right copy, and the best placement all work together to create designs that stand out and satisfy clients. Thorough designers who pay attention to every factor of a project are reliable and often...
Managing Finances for Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurship can be a lot like being a parent: you dream big dreams for your company, but before it takes off, you’ll have to make a lot of financial decisions. For parents, questions like, “Do I really need a wipe warmer?” come to the forefront, but the...
What Exactly Is Market Intelligence?
The term “market intelligence” is often used in the marketing world, but it can seem like a broad statement to those just learning the topic. We’ll help define what market intelligence truly entails and how you can grab it by the reins to help steer your business....
Is Blogging Dead?
If you’ve been in our corner of YouTube lately, you’ve probably heard some say that “blogging is dead”... but is it, really? Or has blogging shifted so much that we can hardly recognize it when we compare it to what it used to be? Let’s discuss. Was it AI in the...
It’s Alive! Skeuomorphism: The Frankenstein’s Monster of Design
What is Skeuomorphism, Anyway? Skeuomorphism is a long word used in user interface (UI) design with a fairly simple meaning. The word is used to describe design elements that mimic their real-world counterparts in how they look and how users interact with them....
The Power of Trust in Branding: How to Win Over Customers
Getting your clients (and potential clients) to trust you is half the battle… but it’s a tough one. In fact, 54% of Americans say they’ve lost trust in a brand, and the two things customers want are good value for the price and high-quality products/services. ...
Modern Nostalgia by Design
Did you know that modern nostalgia has become a graphic design trend for the second year in a row? With its blend of old and new, it captures the joy of days gone by while enabling people to stay tethered to reality. In other words, it’s a win-win situation for many...
Throwback Marketing & Design: Why Nostalgia Works
Ahh, nostalgia! Nothing gets us wistful and misty-eyed like the thought of days gone by - which is what makes it such an effective marketing and design tool. If Fashion is Your Passion, Consider This Ever noticed how style and fashion trends tend to boomerang? In...
How to Set Yourself Apart Series: Marketing Director
If you’re looking for your next (or first) marketing director role, it’s crucial to stand out among the rest. From showing your strategy skills in a variety of media to sharing how you motivate a team, every second you spend setting yourself apart is sure to pay off....
How to Set Yourself Apart Series: Account Planner
Account planners do a lot of the client-facing work that keeps agencies running. From day-to-day customer service to selling upgrades, many agency leaders know the value that a good account planner can provide. So, how can you show potential agency clients that you’re...
How to Set Yourself Apart Series: Project Manager
The project manager a client chooses can make or break their success. Many prospective clients know this and, as a result, are extremely picky about the project managers they consider. They may be looking for certifications, reviews, examples of past projects – or all...