Rebranding can be daunting, but it can improve your brand recognition and help you gain a larger following — and we’ve seen it done right by some of the biggest names out there. In this blog post, we will explore some of the most notable famous rebrands and what marketers can learn from them to apply to their own businesses. Whether you’re looking to rebrand your business or for inspiration to take your brand to the next level, these rebrands offer valuable insights into what it takes to refresh and modernize a brand successfully. 1. Meta In October 2021, Facebook […]

Hailee Steinfeld is mainly known for her acting chops, but her singing abilities bolster her esteem as a performer and stretch her brand to more audiences and fans. And just like her venture into music, companies often extend their brand to develop new products in industries where they don’t have any market share. These initiatives are called brand extensions, and they allow companies to leverage their brand awareness and equity to create more revenue streams. In this article, you’ll learn more about what a brand extension is and see examples of extension ideas that could inspire you. Skip to: What […]

While branding can feel like a vague concept, it’s one of the most important elements of a marketing strategy. Why? Consistent branding leads to increased brand awareness which can then help build brand salience, gain investors, and drive revenue to your business. Consistently presented brands are 3.5 times more likely to have excellent brand visibility than those with inconsistent branding. Additionally, 82% of investors say name recognition is an important factor guiding them in their investment decisions. In this post, we’ll review what brand salience is, how you can increase your brand visibility, and how to measure it. Skip to: […]

To inspire your audience to be loyal to your brand, you need to have a core message that focuses on your brand’s purpose and shows why your brand is worth following. To do this, you’ll need to craft a brand manifesto that expresses your brand’s values. A compelling brand manifesto will appeal to your audience’s emotions and show the “why” behind your organization. But how do you discover the “why” behind your organization? How do you connect with an audience and inspire them to follow you? Here’s what you as a marketer need to know about brand manifestos, how to […]

A brand promise is more than a tagline. It’s a way to show customers what your brand can offer that no one else can. Like other kinds of promises, brand promises can get complicated. They set high expectations, offer ambitious commitments, and impact relationships. Let’s talk about what a brand promise is, how to create a brand promise, and see examples from popular B2B and B2C brands. We’ll also share a brand promise template to help you draft your own. Keep reading or jump ahead to the section you’re looking for: What is a brand promise? Why Your Brand Promise […]

Marketing and branding have been around for centuries. But brand pillars are a newer idea. Since the dawn of the digital age, companies have marketed their brands with the goal of giving their company a personality and identity. But as the practice of branding has evolved, so have audience expectations. Businesses today need more than a catchy tagline to support customer needs. Companies aren’t just selling products anymore — they create brands that need to talk about their impact on society. In this post, we’ll discuss how to create brand pillars that can help you define your brand’s purpose, values, […]

Your audience is programmed to crave and seek out great stories. They want to know your brand’s origin, missions, goals — your entire brand story. However, since marketers spend a lot of time optimizing content for algorithms, it can be challenging to flex your creative storytelling muscles. In this post, we’ve created a guide about the fundamentals of brand stories, including: What is a brand story? Why is a brand story important? How to Write a Brand Story Brand Story Examples Tips for Telling Your Brand Story When HubSpot started, we noticed traditional, interruptive marketing didn’t appeal to consumers anymore. […]

Reputation management happens on online review sites, social media, and in the news. Managing the chatter online can feel like a daunting task, mostly because so much of it is out of your control. After all, 77% of consumers read reviews when they’re browsing local businesses. 79% of consumers expect brands to respond within 24 hours after reaching out on social media. There are so many channels where people can talk about your brand, it can be tough to listen and respond to it all. Luckily, there are plenty of tools and strategies you can use to protect your brand […]

When you’re first starting a business, branding is likely the last thing on your mind. After all, it’s hard to sit down and flip through fonts when you have so many priorities to juggle. Whether your branding efforts started (and ended) with a logo jotted down on a napkin, or you whiteboarded your way through the entire branding process, somewhere along the way things stopped working. If you’re considering a rebrand, keep reading to learn how to rebrand a company, plus examples of other brands who’ve successfully rebranded their website, name, logo, or entire company mission, and purpose. Table of […]

Your personality makes you unique — a differentiation that doesn’t just apply to people. Brand voices will make each company recognizable in a world full of different streams of information. So how can you set your brand up for success? A powerful brand voice that can not go unnoticed, because it is strong enough to make people pay attention. This post explores the elements that create a brand’s voice. You’ll also learn how you can create your brand voice and examples that can inspire your team. Table of Contents What is a brand voice? Creating a Brand Voice Brand Voice […]