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Developing Your Brand’s Visual Identity: Beyond the Logo

Developing Your Brand’s Visual Identity: Beyond the Logo

by Kelly | Sep 10, 2024 | Design with Purpose, Visual Branding

When most people think of a brand, the first thing that comes to mind is often the logo. But a strong brand is so much more than just a clever symbol or a catchy name. Your brand’s visual identity is a comprehensive visual language that communicates your...
The Power of Branding: 7 Key Elements That Define Your Business

The Power of Branding: 7 Key Elements That Define Your Business

by Kelly | Aug 26, 2024 | Grow your Business, Marketing & Growth

When you hear the word “brand,” what comes to mind? A logo? A catchy slogan? While these are certainly parts of a brand, they only scratch the surface. A brand is much more than just visual or verbal identifiers – it’s the entire experience a...
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Canva’s 2025 Design Trends Have Landed! Get read Canva’s 2025 Design Trends Have Landed!
Get ready to redefine your designs with @Canva’s hottest trends. In 2025, expect engaging motion elements, dreamy textures, and AI innovation to open new design possibilities.

✨ The Trends:
→ Shape Theory: A modular style championing the use of bold shapes and warm colors.
→ Opulence Era: An elegant pairing of minimalist aesthetics with luxurious details.
→ Refined Grit: Embracing imperfections and raw textures with a layer of polish.
→ Serious Fun: Reimagining what professional design looks like by adding fun and joy.
→ Future in Motion: Confident use of motion to enhance the rhythm and flow of a design.
→ Mechanical Botanical: A harmonious blend of nature elements and iridescent colors.
→ Analog Meets AI: Combining analog and digital techniques to open new design possibilities.

Looking for inspiration? Canva’s 2025 Design Trends offer templates, tips, and ideas to help you explore each trend. Check it out at Canva’s Design Trends 2025 by visiting Canva.com/design-trends 

 Which trend will you try first? Let me know in the comments!
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Ever heard of FU Money? 🖕🏼 It’s not just a Ever heard of FU Money? 🖕🏼 It’s not just a pile of cash, it’s a ticket to freedom—the kind of freedom where you can finally leave your 9-5 to dive headfirst into your passion project. But let’s be real: taking the leap is terrifying. (and honestly, I am not sure if you are ever really ready)

Going all-in on a dream project isn’t a gentle step; it’s a plunge. There’s no weekly pay check safety net, no steady benefits package. But here’s the thing: if you don’t fully commit, it rarely has a chance to grow into something real. Taking that risk can be the very thing that makes your passion a sustainable, full-time gig.

When I made the decision that I wanted to quit my job (they laid me off 2 days before I got the chance to)... I had my FU money ready to go, it gave me 6 months to try and make this freelance gig work. But luckily I didn't have to use it as I got a severance package. I know this stuff only happens in the movies. 🤩

So, here’s how to start building your FU Money fund to get you to that place where you’re ready to leap—and land strong:

➊ Set Your Freedom Goal: Estimate how much you’d need to cover 6-12 months of expenses. Not your rainy-day fund; this is the I’m going for it fund.

➋ Trim the Extras: Dive into your budget, see where you can cut or pause. Every dollar counts towards your freedom.

➌ Fuel the Fund: Side hustles, freelance gigs, or anything that adds to the pot helps speed things up. The more you build now, the more stable you’ll feel later.

➍ Make It Auto: Set up automatic transfers into a separate account. It’s like paying your future freedom as a bill each month.

➎ Check In & Recalibrate: Keep an eye on your fund and remind yourself what it’s for! The process is challenging, but every saved dollar brings you closer to that moment of saying, ‘I’m all in.’

It’s scary, it’s exciting, and it’s 100% worth it if it’s going to make you happier. 🫶🏼
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Pantone’s Color of the Year 2025 is here: Mocha Pantone’s Color of the Year 2025 is here: Mocha Mousse!

At first, I wasn’t sure about this earthy, neutral tone—it’s definitely a departure from brighter past picks. But the more I’ve explored it, the more I see its potential. Mocha Mousse is rich, grounding, and versatile.

Why Mocha Mousse?
This shade pairs beautifully with vibrant, bold colors for a striking contrast or softer tones for a sophisticated feel. It’s an excellent choice for timeless, balanced designs.

I’ll be sharing creative color combinations featuring Mocha Mousse soon—stay tuned!

Sometimes you just have to trust @pantone in their color choice. 
What do you think of this year’s pick? Let me know in the comments!

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