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How to spot, prevent and heal small business owner burnout
Running a small business is exciting, but it can quickly turn into a 24/7 grind. No matter how passionate you […]
Redesign resolution: A new look sparks a brand transformation
MY MARKETING MUST-HAVES Redesign resolution: A new look sparks a brand transformation Estimated reading time: 6 minutes A new year […]
How to Design a Business Card: The Ultimate Guide
Your business card is often the first impression someone has of your brand—so make it count. In this guide on […]
2024 Christmas marketing tips for your small business
The economic landscape may not look particularly encouraging right now, but Christmas is fast approaching and it traditionally ushers in […]
Rewrite – The 9 types of packaging
When you’re competing in a crowded marketplace, standing out and getting brand recognition is key. Your product packaging design is […]
What is package marketing? Small business guide to packaging and marketing
Want your product to stand out on crowded shelves or online stores? Smart package marketing makes it happen. When marketing […]
How to open a shop on Etsy: A step-by-step approach
In today’s digital marketplace, Etsy stands as a beacon for creative entrepreneurs and small business owners looking to establish their […]
How to make birthday yard signs: An easy guide with fun, festive ideas
Birthday yard signs are still one of the most high-impact, low-stress ways to celebrate your favorite people. They’re bold, they’re […]
Digital marketing vs traditional marketing: What’s the difference and how do they work together?
Choosing between digital and traditional marketing can feel like a tough call. But the discussion around digital marketing vs marketing […]
Brochure folds explained: Bi-fold vs Tri-fold vs Z-fold brochure types
Brochures remain a cornerstone of marketing collateral for small businesses because they’re tangible, practical and persuasive. Handing someone a brochure […]
Refresh – Trade show giveaways: 13 affordable promotional giveaway ideas
Trade show giveaways can spark conversations, support your brand story and keep you memorable long after the show. In this […]
Marketing trends for 2026: What’s next for digital and offline promotion
Running a small business means juggling a thousand things, and keeping up with marketing changes can feel like yet another […]

How to do postcard marketing: Step-by-step guide
Looking to grab attention and connect with your audience? In a world where digital messages get lost in the clutter, […]
How to make custom hats: Design and print tips
Chances are you’ve seen someone wearing a cap today, or at least scrolled past someone wearing one. Custom hats grab […]
Refresh What is Cyber Monday? Plus 5 tips to run a successful Cyber Monday campaign
For many people worldwide, the official holiday season begins the moment Halloween is finished and continues until New Year’s Day. […]
How to Use Stamps for Branding and Promotion
Your business has endless repetitive tasks and processes, whether you’re filing another document or sending another piece of mail. Business […]
How to make a custom stamp for business branding and promotion
The custom stamp is the single most cost-effective tool for physical branding – from packaging and labels to loyalty cards […]
How to create a strong brand personality (and why it’s important)
How people perceive your brand personality is subjective – but extremely important. According to Harvard Business School, 95% of purchasing […]
The best fonts for business cards: Business card font size explained
In this guide, we’ll dive into why typography makes or breaks a business card, and we’ll discuss the most reliable, […]
Rewrite: Visual identity: everything you need to know about this essential aspect of branding
Wondering what visual identity is and why it matters? The core elements of visual identity—from your logo and imagery to […]
How to make a brand style guide: Best practices, examples, templates
A brand style guide keeps your brand from feeling like it changes its personality every time you post, print or […]
How to build a brand on Instagram: 9 tried-and-tested Instagram branding tips
Instagram is no longer just where people scroll – it’s where they shop, connect and decide which brands to trust. […]
What is brand equity and why it’s important for your business
Branding may feel complicated, but the big idea is simple. Brand equity is the reputation-powered value that adds to what […]
How to create a logo in Illustrator step by step
Creating a logo in Adobe Illustrator gives you complete creative control over your brand identity. Illustrator uses vector graphics rather […]
The 6 key principles of logo design
The goal of a logo is to clearly and quickly represent your brand to an audience while also differentiating it […]
How to animate a logo in 7 steps and the easiest ways to get it done
While static logos are the foundation of your brand on business cards and storefronts, movement can help your brand come […]
The ultimate guide to graphic design layout: UK
A great design starts with a solid graphic design layout. The way elements are placed shapes how people see, digest […]
How to write the perfect logo design brief
Your logo design brief tells designers what kind of logo to design, with all the necessary details and background information. […]
Logo usage guidelines: What they are and how to set them
Often, your logo serves as an example for the tone, aesthetic and values of the entire brand. Logo usage guidelines […]
The ultimate guide to logo printing: How to print your logo on anything
Logo printing can feel overwhelming if you’ve never done it before, especially when you’re trying to figure out how to […]
The ultimate guide to graphic design layout
A great design starts with a solid graphic design layout. The way elements are placed shapes how people see, digest […]
9 affordable ideas for holiday marketing in 2025
Another holiday season is here—the busiest stretch of the year for small business owners. As shoppers head out to celebrate […]
42 Secret Santa gift ideas for every budget (for uk)
Secret Santa is a fun, festive tradition where friends or colleagues secretly buy a gift for someone else in the […]
Business holiday prep—an 8-week framework
Business holiday prep is a summer sport disguised as a winter event, and Q2 is the window that separates the […]
14 Christmas signage ideas for the holiday season and a few bonus tips
Twinkly lights, stockings and wreaths are timeless holiday staples. But if you run a small business, there’s one thing that […]
Holiday gift basket ideas for small businesses
The holidays are the perfect time to show a little extra appreciation to the people who help your business thrive: […]
30 creative corporate Christmas gifts your employees will love in 2025
Looking for creative corporate Christmas gifts to give your employees this holiday season? Go beyond the traditional options and give […]
10 Holiday marketing tips for small businesses
The holiday season, from Black Friday to New Year’s, is a golden marketing opportunity for small businesses. For small business […]
Refresh – 6 holiday giveaway ideas for your small business
Looking for holiday giveaway ideas that make an impact? Whether you go for free gifts or festive contests, giveaways are […]