Business Branding
Creating a Brand: How To Build a Brand From Scratch
Every business needs good branding to succeed. Discover the basics and key tips to building a successful brand in this detailed guide.
John Williams
John Williams is the founder and president of LogoYes.com, the world's first do-it-yourself logo design website. During John's 25 years in advertising, he's created brand standards for Fortune 100 companies like Mitsubishi and won numerous awards for his design work.
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