Humanization of Brands

  Consumers prefer brands they connect with on a personal level. One way to connect is making a brand feel more humanlike. Not tricking consumers into thinking a brand is actually a person (unless it is a person), but applying human characteristics for the sake of sharing benefits with those who appreciate them most. A well-crafted brand personality provides a guide for all communications to deliver compelling, emotionally-charged messages. Logos, colors, taglines, and other trademarked assets provide consistent cues for a brand. Consistency is necessary when developing trust; however, flexibility allows messages to be adapted to every application, giving the…

Identity & Perceptions

Few things are more exciting than building a new identity or refreshing an existing one. It becomes a part of all advertising and communications—a visual representation of the brand. Excellence in this area is not measured by how cool the logo looks or how clever the tagline reads. None of this matters if the target audience gets a wrong impression. This is particularly bad if it’s a first impression. A successful identity helps audience members form perceptions that are expected and favorable, leading to trust and advocacy for the brand. “You can turn a page and, before you really comprehend…