Season 2 of The M Word was focused on brand — what it means, why it matters, the highs and lows of managing it, and so on. We asked guests, “what does the word brand mean to you?” and did deeper dives into their own experiences creating, recreating, and building brands. Some of our conversations […]
“Write a blog post on our rebranding,” my team said. “Reflect on the past ten years,” they added. And so I did. Running a business is a lot like raising children, in so far as the days are long but the years are short. Maybe anything that takes so much energy and commitment while rewarding […]
Today we are talking with Manuel “Manny” Cosme, President and CEO of CFO Services Group. An entrepreneur with diverse accounting experience and a love for sharing knowledge, Manny founded CFO Services Group in 2012. He wanted to support new, small, and growing organizations with scalable accounting expertise and services beyond typical bookkeeping or tax firms. […]
Google Ads is one of the most effective ways to reach prospective customers and grow your business. Think about it. What is your source for finding businesses, suppliers, and answers to your everyday questions? Google, right? “Just Google it” has become a common phrase in most homes…and workplaces. Even at Arlington Strategy, we turn to […]
Thinking of hiring a digital marketing agency in Arlington, VA? Or just want to know what an agency can do for your business? Let’s talk. Digital marketing is more than just posting on social media. From content and search engine optimization (SEO) to email and display advertising, effective digital marketing is complex, time-consuming, and expensive, […]
Whether you are looking to hire a marketing agency in Arlington, VA, or keep it in-house, there are pros and cons to both and many variables to consider. The benefits of hiring a marketing agency versus an internal marketing team are: 1. An outside agency brings in an entire team of experts with a broader range […]
Launching a new brand is fun and exciting, but it is also a lot of work. One of the most important parts of launching a new brand is determining Launch Day and establishing timelines to keep the rollout on track. How do I pick a good Launch Day for my brand? Timing is everything. Just […]
The process of creating a new brand and developing a brand strategy can be intimidating and time-consuming, but it is a worthwhile investment, especially for new and small businesses. We’ve compiled a list of questions to help you get started. Who are you and why did you start this business? Really knowing your why will […]
Originally scheduled for July 2020, the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics was postponed until 2021 due to the continued spread of the coronavirus pandemic — with one caveat; the branding will still say 2020. Yes, keeping the Tokyo 2020 branding intact keeps the tradition of Olympic years being even numbers alive. But the decision must have […]
When you hear the word branding, what comes to mind? A logo? A catchphrase? A flash of color? A feeling, be it positive or negative? Or all of the above? If your favorite brand or service came to mind just now, that’s the result of strategic and consistent branding. So, What Exactly is Branding? According […]