10 Great Ways to Brand Yourself on the Web
How would your online customers describe your brand?
We all know that an online presence that reflects your personal brand is critical, but tackling the online world can seem intimidating. Where do you start? Social media platforms? Website? Facebook and Twitter? Email lists?
Businesses who have already walked these roads are sharing guidelines that help you assess and build your brand and we’ve compiled ten of them here for you.
(1) What Are The Best Ways To Build Your Personal Brand Online?
via Forbes
Originally on Quora, mother and CEO Sara Mauskopf, gives her tried-and-true tips for branding yourself online. Among other surprising suggestions, she reminds organizations to test different platforms and find out the best for your unique content.
(2) Dot Brand Domains: Changing The Way Brands Share Online
via Rebrandly
Domain names can now make an impression with their URLS every day. Branded domain names that take us beyond .com and .org make the most of every marketing opportunity. Consider one of the new top-level-domain names, and better communicate your business’s mission.
Does your organization happen to be Bible-related? .BIBLE is the perfect update to your domain name! Check out options that will strengthen and clarify your brand today.
(3) 11 Simple Steps for a Successful Brand Building Process
via FreshSparks
Consider all aspects of marketing your brand: from defining and building, to finding your voice, to integrating your one-of-a-kind stamp on all aspects of your business. And don’t forget to be your brand’s biggest cheerleader!
(4) 7 Companies That Are Killing It With Brand-Driven Storytelling
via Sujan Patel
“Telling your story is a critical part of building your brand … Do it right, and you’ll put building blocks in place that allow you to develop a thriving brand with an equally thriving future, one that people buy from simply because they love what you do, what you stand for, and the stories you share.”
(5) Branding: 5 Steps For Building Your Company's Brand
via Business Development Bank of Canada
From conducting effective market research to getting employees onboard, these tips will show you how to implement effective branding strategies and tactics in your business.
(6) The 6-Step Brand Build to Grow Your Business on a Budget
via Hubspot
Creating an online presence doesn’t have to break the bank. When your organization invests some time in the right areas, you’ll build momentum while you communicate your brand.
(7) 7 Essentials for Any 2018 Digital Marketing Strategy
via Inc.
“Traditional online advertising is a thing of the past...It's now a CMO's job to stay ahead of the digital marketing curve, keep up-to-date on trends, and break through the clutter.”
Check out these clear, concise tips to optimize your digital marketing strategy.
(8) 8 Effective Ways To Build A Solid Online Presence: WEB 101
via Huffington Post
As the world continues to evolve, it is important that business owners don’t remain static. At the core of this revolution is a strong online presence. However, if you aren’t tech-savvy, it can be frustrating. Check out these simple and broken-down steps to get you started.
(9) How to Build an Online Presence for Your Brand in 3 Easy Steps
via Minority Mindset
Do you know the questions you need to answer to find your niche? Are you confident in your brand name and style? Find hands-on approaches to building your web presence.
(10) Three Must-Haves for Building a Successful Online Brand
“Your guide to building an online brand that thrives. If you're new, this is exactly where you should start; if you already have an online business, this is a fantastic refresher. Whatever your business's goals are, these must-haves are the foundation that every online entrepreneur should have.”
Branding your business with a solid online presence is achievable, and you can start right now. One thing is certain: you will learn what’s best for your organization through experimentation. Start today by diving in and focusing some energy on just one or two of these helpful tips!
What are some DOs and DON’Ts that you’ve encountered as you’ve developed your online brand? Leave and comment and share!