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E371: 5 Aspects of Brand Design that Give Your Company that Fortune 500 Feel

The EcomCrew Ecommerce Podcast · with Miriska Harris · March 18, 2021 · 37 min

Summary

This episode reveals how strategic brand design, extending beyond just logos to packaging and inserts, is crucial for e-commerce businesses to elevate their brand identity, boost conversion rates, and foster positive customer experiences leading to 5-star reviews. Discover practical strategies to implement Fortune 500-level branding that transforms basic products into recognized and trusted brands. Focus on these actionable design elements to stand out in a competitive market.

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brand & contentconversion & crocustomer retention

Topics covered

brand logo designproduct packaging designpackaging unboxing experienceproduct inserts strategyvisual brandingcustomer trust and perception

Episode description

Rocking a good old plain white shirt is cool, but a white shirt with the Nike 'Swoosh' on it? A hundred times cooler. A great brand design means so much more than a sight for sore yes—it's the easiest way to establish your brand, drive your conversion rates, and invite 5-star product reviews. Think Steve Job's bitten apple or the golden arches of McDonald's. Joining me today is Miriska Harris of Outlinematic. Her company is a consultation and design firm that's dedicated to brand design, whether it be your official brand logo, lifestyle images for your products, and or package inserts. In this episode, we'll be talking about why brand design matters, tips and best practices to make your designs stand out, and which aspects of your e-commerce business you should be infusing with great designs. Timestamps: What Outlinematic does - 3:34 #1. Your Brand Logo - 4:28 #2. Packaging - 9:09 How updated packaging designs drove our revenue - 12:11 Tips in creating awesome packaging - 14:18 #3. Inserts - 18:33</

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What does this episode say about brand & content?
Invest in professional logo design that is memorable and timeless, as it's the foundation of your brand's visual identity and directly impacts customer perception and trust.
What does this episode say about conversion & cro?
Prioritize exceptional packaging design beyond just protection; utilize it as a key touchpoint to enhance the unboxing experience, reinforce brand message, and influence purchasing decisions and reviews.
What does this episode say about customer retention?
Strategically use product inserts to engage customers post-purchase, offering complementary information, exclusive offers, or a direct call to action for reviews to enhance loyalty and lifetime value.
What does this episode say about brand & content?
Analyze iconic brands like Nike and Apple to understand how consistent and high-quality visual branding across all customer touchpoints contributes to a premium brand perception.
What does this episode say about brand & content?
Ensure all visual elements of your brand, from website to social media to physical products, maintain a cohesive aesthetic that resonates with your target audience and communicates professionalism.

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