6 Common Brand Positioning Strategies

Customer Loyalty Series: Part 2 Marketers are always looking for ways to influence how consumers perceive their brands to build more than simply transactional relationships. They know that effective brand positioning helps separate them from the competition and not just capture but keep a larger share of both consumers’ minds and wallets, driving long-term customer […]

All Hail or Epic Fail?

Do you enjoy watching people fail? I know I do. Well, now here’s your chance to watch me fail spectacularly. Join me, Matt Fey, Vice President and Creative Director at J.Schmid for an ANA (Association of National Advertisers) webinar where I take you through my past glories, revel in my successes, and wallow in my […]

Promoting Your Brand in the Off Season

If you operate a seasonal business, what do you do to promote your brand in the off-season? Rather than simply repeating the same message you broadcast during your peak season, perhaps you should consider doing the exact opposite. Watch this branding lesson inspired by the Rocky Mountain destination, Estes Park, Colorado. Photo courtesy of Greg […]

Mind Your Behavior

When it comes to building a successful brand, understanding what you believe in and defining your core values are essential. But many brands stop there and forget that the most important part is to LIVE those values every day. Your actions are what speak the loudest, not simply stating what you believe. Just like humans, […]

Bands and Brands: Lessons from Austin City Limits

What do bands and brands have in common? Both have loyal fans who are willing to stand in line and push their way to the front to show their love. So what are you doing for them in return? Do you consistently deliver a memorable “performance” that will keep them coming back, or are you […]

Branding Lessons from Vegas, Baby!

Every casino and resort in Las Vegas seems to have a unique story and theme (think New York New York, Bellagio, Paris, The Venetian, Caesar’s Palace). And everything these brands do is wrapped around that story. Having a “hook” is the only way they can differentiate one resort from another, in a crowded environment where […]