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The Future of Branding for Small Businesses: What’s Next?

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Branding, Looking Back Series Zach Summers Branding, Looking Back Series Zach Summers

Part 1: Looking Back — What Your Brand Did Right This Year

As the year winds down, this is the perfect moment to pause and look back at what your brand did right. In the rush of client work, deadlines, and constant content creation, it’s easy to overlook the small wins that shaped your business. This reflective post explores the quiet progress, the meaningful shifts, and the creative decisions that helped your brand grow — and why acknowledging them matters before you plan for the year ahead.

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Trends, Branding Zach Summers Trends, Branding Zach Summers

The Minimalism Trap: When Less Becomes Too Little

Minimalism in branding is powerful—when it’s done with intention. But when businesses chase sleekness for the sake of trend, they risk losing the very soul that makes their brand unforgettable. In this post, we’ll explore the “Minimalism Trap”—the mistake of stripping away too much—and how you can keep your story alive while still embracing simplicity.

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Branding, Small Business Branding Zach Summers Branding, Small Business Branding Zach Summers

Is Your Brand Having a Mid-Year Crisis? Take This Quiz to Find Out

August is the perfect moment to pause and evaluate your brand’s health before the busy fall season. Many businesses quietly drift off-course mid-year—colors get inconsistent, messaging loses focus, and visual identity no longer connects with the right audience. This interactive mid-year brand quiz will help you find out if your brand is still strong or ready for a refresh before 2026. Plus, get expert recommendations to boost your branding, sharpen your visual identity, and ensure your business stands out in a crowded market.

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