Resources

Jump-start your marketing with this collection of resources, including guides, how-to articles, worksheets, and more.

Brand, Foundational Lisa Flosznik Brand, Foundational Lisa Flosznik

Building your brand kit

Creating a brand kit is like assembling a toolkit for your brand's identity. It ensures that every piece of content, whether a business card or a social media post, communicates your brand consistently and effectively. Here's a step-by-step guide to building your brand kit, complete with practical examples.

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Your marketing assessment checklist

Every organization's marketing landscape is unique. Evaluating your marketing maturity involves looking at every facet, from understanding your company's profile to dissecting your operations and processes. Let's dive into a comprehensive audit process that can serve as a checklist for assessing your marketing's current state and determining areas of improvement.

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The hidden costs of underestimating marketing tools

While every dollar counts in the ecosystem of startups and small businesses, strategic investments in marketing tools can be pivotal to growth. Yet, there's a prevalent trend to opt for makeshift or free tools.

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When startups and SMBs should and shouldn't go solo in marketing

In the dynamic realm of startups and small businesses, the 'Do It Yourself' (DIY) approach often feels like a natural choice, especially in marketing. While self-reliance has its merits, understanding when to seek external expertise can mean the difference between effective growth and stagnation.

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Understanding the cost of marketing

For small businesses and startups, budgeting is often a tightrope walk. As essential as marketing is, apprehensions about its costs—both apparent and hidden—can lead many to hesitate. We’ll demystify the expenses associated with marketing and compare the potential pitfalls of cutting corners with the long-term value of smart investments.

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The transformational power of marketing foundations

In the bustling world of startups and small businesses, effective marketing is the linchpin for success. This piece addresses the common oversight of treating marketing as an afterthought and underscores the significance of a strategic approach.

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From scrappy to savvy: Moving up the marketing maturity curve

From the early grassroots beginnings to the apex of marketing savvy, businesses evolve through various stages of marketing maturity. Don't let the journey daunt you; with the right resources and strategic guidance, your marketing efforts can truly fuel your business growth.

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Jump start your marketing with a fractional CMO

Small business owners and startup founders wear many hats, but at some point, marketing must be established to reach new customers and grow the business. That’s where a fractional CMO can help.

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