Cakes, Branding... It's all the same. (Sorta)

I've been learning to cook, let's have some fun running with 2 of my favorite things!

Step 1:

Define Your "Why" (Purpose & Values)

Mission-based branding is the #1 most impactful branding trend.

Key Questions to Answer:

  • What values would you never compromise, even if it cost you business?
  • How does your brand make the world a little better?
  • What legacy do you want to leave through your work?

Step 2:

Know Your Audience (Beyond Demographics)

73% of customers say experience is the #1 factor in purchasing decisions. Brands that prioritize customer understanding see 60% higher profits.

Key Questions to Answer:

  • What keeps your ideal customer awake at 3 AM worrying?
  • What does success look like in their daily life?
  • Where do they spend time online and offline?
  • What language and tone resonates with them?

STEP 3:

Craft Your Brand Voice & Messaging

Consistent brand presentation increases revenue by 23%. Brands with strong voice recognition are 3.5x more likely to have strong brand awareness.

Key Questions to Answer:

  • If your brand were a person, how would they speak at a dinner party?
  • What's your brand's unique point of view on industry topics?
  • How do you want people to feel after interacting with your brand?

step 4:

Design Your Visual Identity

It takes only 50 milliseconds for users to form an opinion about your website.

Key Questions to Answer:

  • What emotions should your visuals evoke?
  • How can your design reflect your brand personality?
  • What visual elements will make you instantly recognizable?
  • How will your design work across all touchpoints?

step 5:

Build Consistent Brand Experiences

Companies that deliver consistent brand experiences are 3.5x more likely to have strong brand awareness and can command 20% premium pricing.

Key Questions to Answer:

  • How does your brand show up across every customer touchpoint?
  • What's the experience gap between online and offline interactions?
  • How do you maintain brand consistency as you scale?
  • What brand moments create the most impact?