June 2021
Stakeholder Theory: 101
Too many organizations, managers, and strategists have a narrow focus on generating profit for the benefit of whoever owns the company. Stakeholder theory aims to correct this tunnel vision by taking into account other parties affected in the course of business such as communities, customers, employees, investors, and suppliers. A...
May 2021
Creative Tips for Strong Visual Storytelling
People process visual elements faster than written ones. Crafting a story for the user organizes these visual elements so that they are enticing and enjoyable, making the recipient more likely to respond positively to a call to action. There’s no surefire method for crafting a visual narrative with broad appeal,...
How Companies Gather Data & What They Do With It
As digital products continue their rise, companies have an increasing number of opportunities to gather information on customers’ actions to better inform their business practices. From long-term behavioral trends to small interactions with a web page, companies are researching how customers use products. That can sound a bit scary, especially...
6 Tips for Building Brand Loyalty
The end goal of highly effective user-based design is return clientele. To earn that sort of customer dedication, stellar products, and stand-out branding are needed in combination. Loyalty is based on trust, which in turn comes from repeatedly good experiences with brands that visibly care about and empathize with...
Sustainable Design Thinking: Creative Approaches for Going Green
Users and customers are more concerned with their environmental impact than ever before. Design thinking breeds innovation and an increased production right alongside it. If the theory behind the design doesn’t account for ecological concerns and sustainable business practices, the user, environment, and bottom line all suffer. As a highly...
10 Hottest Digital Marketing Trends in 2021
Business is continuing to transform with the leap to digital and marketing strategy is changing right along with it. Each year it seems creatives and other professionals are breaking new ground in customer outreach and advertising. 2021 has already seen some big changes in both methodology and strategy. Designing digital...
April 2021
What is Omni-channel Experience Design?
How can UX designers ensure the user has a seamless, uniform experience? The answer lies in omni-channel marketing. Not only are more and more people visiting websites and using apps on mobile devices and wearable tech these days, but they’re also combining traditional channels like telephone and brick-and-mortar shops with...
Employee Benefits Guide for Creatives
Employee benefits extend far beyond just health insurance and paid time off. Some of these benefits are required by law while others vary from company to company. Generally speaking, benefits are given to full-time staff members and not to freelancers, part-time employees, or independent contractors. What employee benefits can creatives...
