Search Engine Optimization for Squarespace Websites
This blog will walk you through the essentials so you can boost your Squarespace site’s visibility, attract more organic traffic, and finally get the search performance your brand deserves.
2026 Branding Trends: What to Expect and How to Prepare
This blog will explore the key shifts shaping branding today: visual shifts, tech tools, storytelling formats, and what will always matter. We’ll preview the top branding trends for 2026, including what small businesses need to know about branding in 2026, and how to future-proof your brand identity and create a flexible brand system.
Why We Design Differently: The Story Behind Northwest Brand Design
My early love for design was rooted in function and purpose. Now, while leading a creative team, my passion is for creating brands that work and feel aligned. Let’s dive into the story behind NBD and how and why we design differently.
AI and Design: What Small Businesses Should Embrace (and What to Ignore)
When it comes to AI Branding in 2025—let it support your creative vision, not replace it. What matters most is using AI without losing brand personality.
Is Your Brand Ready for 2026? A Q4 Branding Checklist to Finish Strong
We’ll help you know if your brand needs a refresh and if your brand is ready for 2026 with a year-end checklist for rebranding and considerations for how to launch a rebrand in January.
The Art of Seasonal Rebranding: Why Timing Matters
Rebranding is a multi-step process that benefits from time, planning, and momentum. So, branding for the new year requires dedicated brand refresh planning and a rebrand timing strategy. Let’s dive in to get started now!
10 Design Tips for Your Social Media Campaigns
Learn social media design tips for small businesses and non-profits to develop a social media brand strategy and learn how to build a consistent social media presence.
How to Measure the ROI of Branding (And Why It’s More Than Just Revenue)
Break down how to measure the return on your brand investment—from recognition to revenue. We’ll cover why visual identity, messaging clarity, and consistency improve marketing ROI.
Design Trends for Non-Profits: Engage Your Audience Effectively
A brand with effective messaging is key for a non-profit to succeed. Learn how to improve donor engagement with design, and benefit from branding tips for non-profit fundraising campaigns.
What to Do When Your Website Looks Good But Isn’t Converting
In this blog, we’ll explore why a nice-looking site might be underperforming—and how to fix it. And, we’ll tell you how Northwest Brand Design can work with you to design a website that gets results.
Brand Consistency: The Secret to Looking Legit and Building Trust
In this blog, we’ll dive into why brand consistency is key to professionalism, connection, and conversion. Northwest Brand Design is here to collaborate with you on improving your brand consistency to make sure you look legit and foster trust among your audience.
Why Your Brand Isn’t Resonating (And How to Fix It)
In this blog, we’ll walk through the most common reasons your brand might not be resonating—and what to do about it. And here’s how Northwest Brand Design can help.
The Real Cost of DIY Branding: What It’s Costing Your Business
While the easiest way to get started, DIY branding often creates hidden costs—confusion, inconsistency, and missed growth opportunities. Let’s jump into why those initial “savings” from DIY branding might actually be costing you—and how to get unstuck.
Why Women-Owned Businesses Are Thriving in 2025
Explore the factors driving the success of women-led businesses and the pivotal role strategic branding plays in this upward trajectory.
10 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Branding Agency
The top 10 questions you should ask branding agencies to find the perfect fit, and why the answers matter.
The Role of Illustration in Modern Branding
Break down the benefits of illustrative branding, how it enhances customer connection, and practical tips on using illustration effectively. Your brand deserves illustrations that everyone will recognize.
How a Professional Brand Strategy Boosts Business Growth
We break down data-backed benefits, case studies, and action steps for developing a strong brand strategy. Your brand is what makes you a distinguishable, trusted presence in your industry.
The Psychology of Color in Branding: What Works in 2025
With consumer attention spans shrinking and competition growing, your brand colors need to work harder—not just looking good but evoking the right emotions, standing out in a sea of sameness, and staying adaptable across platforms.
5 Branding Trends to Watch in 2025
We’re breaking down five must-watch branding trends for 2025—the shifts that will help you stand out, connect more deeply with your audience, and build a brand that actually matters.
Your 2025 Website Checklist: Is It Time for an Update?
This blog is your 2025 website design checklist—a practical, no-nonsense guide to help you evaluate your site’s functionality, aesthetics, and effectiveness in the digital age.