Rhonda Negard, Author at Fat Dog Creatives

About Rhonda Negard

Rhonda Wood Negard is an experience graphic designer specializing in logo design and complete branding packages. I make my projects fun, even for my clients. I love to make them smile, laugh, and truly enjoy working with me. Learn to collaborate and have fun even on the most serious of projects and subject matter. I am also a big cheerleader for my clients. Want proof? Ask me about the ring I wear when networking?

Entries by Rhonda Negard

Business

No 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 […]

May 1/0 Comments/by Rhonda Negard

Case Studies, Design Process, Web

Website Redesign Case Study: Bridget Willard

WordPress Website for BridgetWillard.com Read also Bridget’s case study on the need and process for the redesign Before Bridget contacted me, her site looked like what you’ll see in the video below. In it Jocelyn Mozak (Mozak Design) gives some helpful feedback for design, function, and voice/perspective. Of course, all of this is assuming Bridget’s […]

April 26/0 Comments/by Rhonda Negard

Business, Marketing, Web

Where 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 […]

April 16/0 Comments/by Rhonda Negard

Business, Marketing

The 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. How to hone in on the words that describe your brand’s: Culture Voice Feeling Customers Impact Differentiator Use these words to filter everything you do […]

March 20/0 Comments/by Rhonda Negard

Business, Marketing

Creativity 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 […]

March 20/0 Comments/by Rhonda Negard

Business Cards, Case Studies, Design, Design Process, Logo

Evolution 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 […]

March 15/0 Comments/by Rhonda Negard

Case Studies, Design, Web

Lind 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.

February 1/0 Comments/by Rhonda Negard

Business, Marketing

Commonly 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 […]

December 19/0 Comments/by Rhonda Negard

Design, Design Process, Education, Logo

Simplicity 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.

December 16/2 Comments/by Rhonda Negard

Business, Marketing

Sins of Genericide: Death of Women and Brands

Branding isn’t about a pretty logo, swirly typography, pastels, pinks, flowers, birds, “empowering” women, or how much you love coffee. Apparently, everyone’s doing it, which is reason enough for why you shouldn’t. Branding is about the needs of your clients, having a unique, consistent, and compelling story that separates you from the crowd of competition.

December 11/0 Comments/by Rhonda Negard

Business, Design Process, Education

WordCamp Seattle 2018 Recap

WordCamp Seattle 2018 is a wrap! Rhonda Negard and Kim Thornton look back at the sessions and note their take-aways.

November 17/0 Comments/by Rhonda Negard

Business, Case Studies

Making Your Case Studies Irresistible

A friend was adopted when adoptions were closed, meaning she could never know her biological mother or father–a story to make Ancestry irresistible.

November 7/0 Comments/by Rhonda Negard

Business, Marketing

Don’t put all of your eggs in one basket.

A few years ago, Vine was the hot video social media platform. Vine stars grew followers/audiences quickly. Overnight, the platform died. All those followers…gone. All that social media collateral…gone. All that social media influence…gone. They were forced to start over again.

March 29/0 Comments/by Rhonda Negard

Business, Education, Marketing

Lance Armstrong, Forgiveness, and Rebranding

As people, we are all more than one or a series of moments. Don’t we all want another chance? You can view Lance Armstrong’s efforts as of late as personal rebranding. Is it working, or will it work?

November 18/0 Comments/by Rhonda Negard

Business, Education

Success Leaves Clues

Kolby Kilbas in the #AgencySummit quoted Tony Robbins. “Success leaves clues.” Model strategies work. Playing with the best breeds success. I’m looking for those clues.

November 15/0 Comments/by Rhonda Negard

Fat Dog Creatives

5.0

Brad Delaney

18:19 21 Aug 18

I've really enjoyed working with Rhonda at Fat Dog Creatives! She's very knowledgable about her work and has a team of knowledgable experts waiting in the wings for anything beyond her expertise. Call Rhonda today! You'll be thankful you did!

Nicole R

23:41 08 Aug 18

Rhonda, Alpha Dog, of Fat Dog Creatives took my concept of a logo and turned it into reality. She was patient and even though I couldn't put into work what I wanted she was able to read between the lines and create a branding package that made me stand out from the competition.In addition, to creating the logo from an abstract concept she was also able to take my headshot and use these elements to design business cards which fit into the brand.What did I do? Really nothing. I needed to be available to answer questions and provide feedback on concepts but Rhonda took my feedback and created a personality for my business.She comes highly recommended and I would not hesitate to use her again!

Malinda Clark

16:19 04 May 18

Amazing creativity and capability to capture the essence of my business!! Really appreciate Fat Dog Creatives attention to detail and sense of style!

Mona Chmeis

20:39 30 Apr 18

Rhonda is the absolute best graphic designer/creative person. I've used Fat Dog Creatives for two completely different businesses and am always surprised at how far she exceeds my expectations. Rhonda takes your vision and brightens it - turning it into a dream come true. Always delivers her work timely. I truly feel like there is not anybody who could have brought my vision to life like she has. She does an incredible job. A dream to work with. So thankful to have known someone that recommended her to me. Don't look elsewhere, Fat Dog Creatives is #1

Tamara Hanks

04:03 20 Apr 18

Rhonda takes great care of her clients. She really listens and draws out important details that help her clients build their brands.

Jacalyn Holsted

21:05 19 Apr 18

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About Rhonda Negard

Entries by Rhonda Negard

No Need for New Content

Website Redesign Case Study: Bridget Willard

Where does your Website fit?

The Disrupters Podcast: Branding and Websites

Creativity and Marketing

Evolution of a Logo: Mozak Design

Lind Pest Control & Inspection Services

Commonly Requested Resources for Online Businesses

Simplicity and Perception

Sins of Genericide: Death of Women and Brands

Making Your Case Studies Irresistible

Lance Armstrong, Forgiveness, and Rebranding

Success Leaves Clues

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