Color Psychology – What is it All About?

We’ve discussed the importance of information architecture, how to build better websites, and how to amplify your brand messaging, but there’s a more subtle layer to marketing that’s often overlooked or misunderstood. Color psychology plays an important role in the effectiveness of marketing campaigns—setting the tone for both digital and print projects.

By |January 28, 2020|Branding, Color Consulting|Comments Off on Color Psychology – What is it All About?

Plagiarism vs Copyright – Quick Tips to Keep Your Content Legal

Plagiarism, however, is not the only violation content developers need to keep in mind; copyright violation – particularly through image sharing, is quite common and can lead to legal action and fines. So what is the difference? In this article we will review the difference between plagiarism and copyright and give you a few tips on why it is important to keep your content legal and how to do so.

By |August 9, 2018|Articles of Interest, Branding, Just for Fun, Trends and Technology, Website, Website Design|Comments Off on Plagiarism vs Copyright – Quick Tips to Keep Your Content Legal

Promotional Items: Brand Awareness That Lasts

While the idea of creating promotional items seems relatively easy, there are some pitfalls companies should avoid when designing their promotional item campaign. Avoid using items that most people have seen or receive regularly, choose items based on your brand, and give out items that make sense to your target audience.

By |July 6, 2018|Articles of Interest, Branding, Just for Fun, Marketing Ideas, Trends and Technology|Comments Off on Promotional Items: Brand Awareness That Lasts

The Importance of Business Cards in Today’s Digital World

Business cards continually remain an important piece of business collateral, even as we evolve digitally. As a first impression, business cards are the first step in introducing your brand to a new contact. Business cards are tangible items that carry more weight than a quick email or contact share on a smartphone. Different design elements ensure your business card attracts attention and drives recipients to your online presence.

By |April 26, 2018|Articles of Interest, Branding, Marketing Ideas, Trends and Technology|Comments Off on The Importance of Business Cards in Today’s Digital World

Connecting Online and Offline Branding for a Seamless Brand Experience

Consistency in brand messaging is nothing new to the marketing arena, but there are still lessons to be learned, especially in the small business community. Smaller marketing budgets require that every piece of print collateral, and every online experience, count. Ad pieces that land outside of an already recognized brand have little to no impact, and generally lack any real return on investment. In short, the details matter.

By |April 19, 2018|Articles of Interest, Branding, Color Consulting, Marketing Ideas, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media, Website, Website Design|Comments Off on Connecting Online and Offline Branding for a Seamless Brand Experience

The Art of Business Email: Three Tips to Writing Effective Communications

Because email is such a prevalent communication tool both internally and externally, it is important to take the same level of care, and be just as thoughtful in emails to clients and business partners, as customer-facing communications. Here are three easy tips to remember to unify your business message and align your internal communications with your external brand presence.

By |March 22, 2018|Articles of Interest, Branding, Email Marketing, Just for Fun, Marketing Ideas|Comments Off on The Art of Business Email: Three Tips to Writing Effective Communications

Our Most Popular Articles of 2017

In celebration of 2018, we've put together our top 18 articles of 2017. Thank you to all of you for your support. Our clients, readers, and watchers have helped to make it a great year at Ocreative, and we are so grateful for all of you. We hope 2017 was just as fun, exciting, and profitable for you.