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CORPORATE BRANDINGFROM THE GREY MATTER GROUP_
More than reputation alone, brand recognition is what seems to sustain an organisation and makes the difference over the long haul. But what can your business do to increase awareness and create a more valuable brand?
Dominant companies in any market have mastered the knack of getting onto their customers' radar. These companies know exactly who they are and how they wish to be perceived.
If you close your eyes and think of an example of a hugely successful global brand the chances are McDonalds, Microsoft or Coca Cola would immediately spring to mind.
This is because these brand icons consistently aim to achieve 'top of mind' prominence within their chosen field. They recognise that each and every activity is part of a long-term investment in the 'personality' of their brand. They have learned that Image is how we are seen by others and Identity is the way in which we see ourselves. Of course, for many of us, the two perspectives aren't always compatible and if that's the case in your business, the immediate adoption of a brand building strategy would be a great place to start.
Branding is not simply a matter of adopting a logo. It's about embracing a complete corporate ethos, a style, a colour, a tone of voice or a theme, which runs through each and every area of your business, becoming the cornerstone of everything you do. The 'positioning' of the organisation, its image and identity will always emanate from its reality so it's vital to know what your brand stands for, because, as in other areas of life, if you don't stand for something, you'll probably fall for anything.
Grey Matter will help you to build your brand by continuously and consistently communicating the same brand messages throughout all your marketing activities, helping you to promote the business in a consistent manner, creating a brand which will be taken seriously and valued by your target audience.