Posts Tagged ‘business development’
4 Reasons You Need Brand Guidelines
The best businesses follow a brand guide. Whether consciously constructed or morphed over time, the brand guide is the company’s “bible” — the guidepost for all internal and external communication efforts. Everything within the brand guidelines will serve to dictate your marketing strategies effectively. At Catalyst, we understand the importance of brand guidelines and want…
Read More6 Tips on Building Your Brand
When it comes to building your brand, you want to think strategically about it. According to a Nielson survey, about 59% of consumers prefer to buy new products from familiar brands. With so many new businesses opening every year, it’s crucial to find ways to stand out. You’re not just building a business; you’re building…
Read More5 Advantages of Hiring a Professional Graphic Designer
Graphic design is often considered optional by business owners; many people deem it necessary but not a top priority. However, choosing not to spend marketing money on excellent design can be a costly mistake in the long run. Graphic design is much more in-depth than people assume, and when it comes to your logo and…
Read More3 Ways Graphic Design Can Revolutionize Your Business
When you think about revolutionizing your business, the graphic design probably isn’t the first thing that pops into your head. But the truth is, graphic design has the power to make or break your business. Nine times out of ten, the first encounter a potential customer has with your brand involves some element of graphic…
Read MoreEffective Graphic Design
Graphic design might seem simple, but it is not. It is one of the top things you can do to pull all your branding together, which is a complex feat by anyone’s standard. It needs to be persuasive, appealing, and engaging enough to foster a long-term relationship between your customers and your business. Here are…
Read MoreThe Basics of Email Marketing
Building your email list is essential for capturing sales leads. A profitable business revolves around relationship building, and email marketing allows personal interaction with potential customers who have demonstrated intent to purchase. Once you have your audience’s attention, email communication keeps your messaging in front of them and on their minds. But what exactly is…
Read MoreThe Best Ways to Start Your Business Year with a Bang
Everyone makes New Year’s resolutions, even businesses. But what should be included in a resolution anyway? Every business owner and entrepreneur wants the upcoming year to be “their year.” But the real question is, what are you going to do about it? It is time to stop making lists and start taking action. Whether you…
Read More4 Ways Interns Empower Your Business
No matter what industry you’re in, interns can be a valuable asset to both your employees and the company itself. Internships provide more than just knowledge and experience for the intern themselves, they also benefit your entire team. Here are four ways interns empower your business and provide opportunities to empower your team. 1. Giving…
Read MoreWhy You Should Hire a Brand Consultant
Branding isn’t easy. As Jeff Bezos, CEO and founder of Amazon, puts it, “Your brand is what other people say about you when you’re not in the room.” To build a successful brand, you need to be able to control that conversation and, to do that, you need to understand more than just your own…
Read More5 Ways to Track & Stay Ahead of Your Competitors
Understanding and staying ahead of your competitors is one of the key factors in succeeding in the business world. Knowing who your competition is, what they’re planning, where they stand, and where you stand in comparison can make or break a campaign or even a brand as a whole. Here are a few ways to…
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