October 2010
Beginner
208 pages
4h 56m
English
Logos that try too hard, feel forced, or seem to be a stretch can stand out—in a bad way. Potential customers can spot a brand that’s overpromising from a mile away.
Still, many organizations mistakenly undertake a graphic identity overhaul as a quick and easy way to upgrade their brand image. In the short term, updating a graphic identity can make an impact. A new logo certainly can imply a new or better value proposition, but a new face doesn’t make a new person. Customers will expect to see a brand live up to its updated logo in the long run. Disappointing them may make the hard work of rebuilding a brand image even harder.
Organizations that are truthful in their business positioning and authentic in their ...
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