Posts by fatdogcreatives
Evolution of a Brand: Gulf Coast Conference
A logo isn’t just a symbol—it’s a strategic tool. For Gulf Coast Conference, we transformed an outdated, location-bound logo into a modern, scalable identity that reflects who they are today: connected, innovative, and industry-savvy. This wasn’t just a redesign—it was a repositioning.
Read MoreNo Need for New Content
This is exciting news. You do not need to worry about creating new content! Would you prefer to listen instead of reading this blog post? Or, see it streaming in the Facebook post: https://www.facebook.com/fatdogcreatives/ How many blogs do you think there are in the world, in the U.S., in your state, or in your region? How…
Read MoreWhere does your Website fit?
Regardless of what your website looks like, what platform you use to manage its content, or where it’s hosted, it shouldn’t be a “one and done” type of project. You need to incorporate your website into your marketing plan. It needs to play an active role in your business! Listen here: For many businesses, e-commerce…
Read MoreThe Disrupters Podcast: Branding and Websites
I recently joined The Disrupters on their great podcast again, Candace Thompson of Wild Child Group and Bill Lee of Keba Agency, to discuss the importance of branding and the business website. Listen to “Rhonda Negard returns to talks about Web Site Branding” on Spreaker. How to hone in on the words that describe your brand’s: Culture…
Read MoreCreativity and Marketing
Todd Brogowski of Todd’s Written Word and Rhonda Negard spoke with Candace Thompson of Wild Child Group and Bill Lee of Keba Agency discuss creativity, memorability, and insulting your intelligence. Fitting in is a death sentence. Exercising your creativity, even in small ways, helps your business and quality of life Creativity, memorability, and insulting your…
Read MoreEvolution of a Logo: Mozak Design
In November I finally met Jocelyn Mozak in person after connecting with her on social media a few months earlier. We were both speaking at WordCamp Seattle. Little did I know when I first met her that we were speaking on the same topic. When I realized it, I was concerned. ‘Oh, no! People might…
Read MoreLind Pest Control & Inspection Services
The original Lind site didn’t communicate the value of the team, the care they provide their customers, or their dedication to the community.
Read MoreHow Can Freelancers in Military Families Buy Locally
Buying locally was easy in a population with pride in local goods and services. My struggle and the internal conversation began not only when I left the Austin area but also when I landed in yet another part of the country running my own graphic design business. How can I encourage buying locally when my locale changes frequently?
Read MoreCommonly Requested Resources for Online Businesses
I’ve been doing my own research and have been asked by others for solutions on a number of topics. This is a list I’ve compiled from my research and from recommendations from colleagues. Those in bold are what I am currently using. CRMs Dubsado ActiveCampaign Infusionsoft OntraPort Zoho Course Platforms WordPress LearnPress LearnDash LifterLMS Sensei…
Read MoreSimplicity and Perception
Simplicity and Perception. The two go hand in hand. Simple is not simple to create, but the illusion of simplicity creates a higher perceived value. There is a lot of complex work that goes into a simple design. Understanding the principles of good design and letter forms is key to creating simple, lasting, quality logos.
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