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Branding | August 20, 2026

Only Herd Cats If You Want To

Managing brand assets is like herding cats. They’re scattered everywhere, often out of control, and it feels like chaos. Birmingham’s team is doing one thing. Cincinnati’s is doing another. Portland didn’t know Austin already designed that asset, so they’ve reinvented the wheel again. Meanwhile, you’ve discovered that the packaging for your new product launch arrived […]

Planning your next direct mail campaign and trying to choose between postcards and envelopes? Each format offers specific advantages for different marketing goals, budgets, and message types. Let’s take a look at when and where each format makes sense. What Are the Main Differences Between Postcards and Envelopes? Postcards are single-piece mailers with immediate visibility. […]

Here’s something marketers instinctively know but customers keep confirming: Personalized communications get more attention than generic ones. Whether you’re sending bills, statements, promotional offers, or marketing campaigns, personalization consistently drives engagement. Survey data proves it yet again. What Customers Say About Transactional Mail The data come from a Keypoint Intelligence survey on transactional communications—think bills, […]

Trade shows offer invaluable opportunities to connect with prospects, strengthen relationships with existing clients, and showcase your brand to a target audience. However, success doesn’t happen by chance. It requires careful planning and strategic use of marketing tools before, during, and after the event. Here are seven essential elements that will help you maximize your […]

Print isn’t just four-color ink on plain stock anymore. Today’s printing technology offers a multi-sensory experience that excites and engages your audience in ways digital marketing cannot match. By appealing to multiple senses, you create memorable interactions that drive deeper connections with your brand and boost sales. Here’s how the five senses of print can […]

How can you boost your direct mail results on a budget? It doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes the most straightforward steps have the most significant impact. Here are five tips for simple, inexpensive changes that can lead to substantial results. Like any of these ideas? Contact us to implement them and freshen up your […]

In a world drowning in digital noise, print isn’t just surviving. It’s thriving. As we move into 2026, savvy marketers are rediscovering what neuroscience has been telling us all along: physical materials make a lasting impression that pixels simply can’t match. The Science of Staying Power When someone holds your printed piece, their brain processes […]

Do you know what your customers think about you? If the answer is yes, what is that based on? Gut feeling? Or is there data behind your answer? Whether you use print, email, or focus groups, it’s essential to find out for sure. The reason isn’t academic. Research shows a significant gap between how companies […]

Ever wondered what separates a forgettable ad from a campaign that wins industry acclaim? It’s rarely about flashy production or massive budgets. The real magic happens when marketers deeply understand their audience and deliver content that genuinely resonates. We analyzed several years’ worth of award-winning print ads to identify common themes. Here’s what we found: […]

Marketing success isn’t just about generating leads. It’s about strategically guiding customers through each phase of the buyer’s journey. This systematic approach, known as lead nurturing, involves presenting the correct information at the time your prospects need it most. When it comes to lead nurturing, one of your most potent tools is content marketing. According […]

You’re preparing to launch your next direct mail campaign. You’ve updated your mailing list and identified your target variables, but what about your messaging? If you’ve been targeting the same customer base for a while, it’s critical to regularly evaluate your approach to prevent things from going stale. Here are five areas where a refresh […]