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Anyone can do it. In fact, you could do it without even getting up from your desk. The flat lay. It's sweeping Instagram, Pinterest, and advertisements everywhere - and I'm taking notice! While this style is not new, it has seen a popularity boom as people capture curated collections with aerial perfection. These are my absolute FAVORITE and they catch my eye each time I run across them! Thinking that this style of photography might work for your brand? It's easy to set up a

We are living in a culture of hurry and rush. In my idealistic scenario, we'd have ample time to grow into our most authentic selves. We could unfold. Blossom. We'd have plentiful weekends of discovery and leisure. We would find our own unique gifts - then use them to begin to systemize and create our own organic "best practices." Sweet, slow bliss. SLOWLY GROW YOUR BRAND The idea that we really are in no rush - and that we can let our business grow organically - is something

Featuring design news, project updates and upcoming events! Until next week, jessica #designbar #designer #brandidentitydesign #branding #instagrambranding #instagram #currentproject

So, what's it like to work with a brand designer to build your own personal brand? I'm going to take you step by step through the process to learn what to expect, how to best prepare, and some great strategy & tips to keep the project moving along! My process I start my process with a brand questionnaire, then schedule our brand consultation call. During an hour long conversation (phone or skype), we'll talk about your brand goals, likes, dislikes, platforms, needs and desire

Featuring design news, project updates and upcoming events! (download) until next week, jessica Every week I'll be dropping off inspiration, ideas, the best of the best in branding, design, and simple living! I find inspiration EVERYWHERE and I'm excited for you to come along on the adventure! #instagram #business #brandstrategy #brandidentitydesign #branded #designbar #entreprenuer #branding

I've been putting in a request to the universe, to create the right scenario for attracting my dream clients. I used to think that any business could attract more people just by offering more choices, being something for everyone. That's not always the case... I've come to know that you really have to focus and plan things specifically for that one dream client. Getting specific started to change what I do. Here are some questions to help you to start to get specific too! 1.

A few years ago, something major started to change in my life. My mission was to find the simplest form of most things in my life: my belongings, food, activities, desires. It was right around this time I truly discovered branding - and not just any branding, but simplicity branding. The video I want to share is from the series called Simplifiers, created by my very favorite branding company Seigle+Gale. This beautifully crafted video (1 of 12 in the series) captures passiona

Let me start with this disclaimer: I am definitely NOT a tax accountant, nor do I play one on TV. I've just been doing a bit of research, I have realized that branding can be a tax deduction! Some of the common expenses that can be deducted are: social media campaigns printed flyers or postcards website purchase & design business cards Per the IRS, it says you can deduct “reasonable advertising expenses that are directly related to your business activities.” And you definitel

Featuring design news, project updates and upcoming events! until next week, jessica Every week I'll be dropping off a piece of inspiration, a little something to think about & the best of the best in branding, design, and simple living! I find inspiration EVERYWHERE and I'm excited for you to come along on the adventures! #designbar #branded #brandidentitydesign #storytelling #brandidentity #brandstory #simplicity #styleguide #brandstrategy #brandstyleguide #branding