Saturday, September 22, 2007

Words That Sell

It's true that words can sell anything (including newspapers)... and using the right words will create a successful marketing and advertising campaign.

Where do I start?
It all starts with a basic formula that governs all advertising copy. It's called the AIDA formula...

AIDA stands for:
  • Get Attention
  • Arouse Interest
  • Create Desire
  • Motivate Action
No matter what you want to say in your ad, make sure it follows this process. You'll find that writing headlines and body copy for your ads will become easier and the content of your ads will appear focused and motivating to your customers. Also think about using testimonials or case studies to tell your company's story and to motivate your potential customers to take action. Combined with the right graphics, words can make the difference.

Wednesday, September 05, 2007

Taglines...You're It!

Do you have a tagline to represent your business?
A company's tagline can contain the essential meaning of the brand. Taglines should be smart and whittled down to the basic fundamentals of the business. They should be statements that are simply worded...expressing the brand's attributes, values and principles.

Here are a few examples:
  • Apple - Think different
  • Target - Pay less. Expect more.
  • Chevy - An American Revolution
  • TAZO - The reincarnation of tea
  • FedEx - The world on time
  • Microsoft - Your potential. Our passion.
Just as brands evolve, so do their tagline counterparts. You'll notice even the biggest brands develop new taglines to fit trends and current marketing campaigns. Do you need help with your tagline? Contact 2MONSTERS for a free initial brand consultation.

Monday, September 03, 2007

Branding...A Rewarding Process

So you want to brand your business. It seems like the right thing to do. Everyone is talking about branding and the benefits of positive consumer awareness.

Branding businesses is what we do. We believe in it and the powers that it yields. But make no mistake...branding is an arduous process that can seem overwhelming at times. There is no substitute for a powerful, carefully managed brand. And there is not one company that does it right by mistake.

We often describe the similarities of building a brand to starting a workout routine. The common misconception is that once I begin a training routine - I'll see immediate results. When the reality is it can take weeks or months of training before you see substantial changes in your appearance. The same goes for branding. Even though changing the look of your business can be immediate - building brand recognition and positive reinforcement can take time. Account for the time it takes to do it right, and be patient...it's rewards far outweigh the time it takes to get there.