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How Manhattan's Queen Of Facials Rebranded, Tripled Business, And Launched A Skincare Line

New York celebrity facialist Joanna Vargas, realizing her own business was in need of a refresh, rebranded her salon--and subsequently tripled business, allowing for the launch of a luxury skincare line. As her before and after proves, branding--whether it's for tennis shoes or expensive eye cream--is never a luxury, but a necessity. READ»

Mismatch or By Design?

My diverseimages™ colleagues were “movin’ through Harlem” recently, and observed this young woman motorcycle rider (photos courtesy diverseimages.net) When you look at the photo of her on her bike, every thing looks fine. She ...READ»

Which VP Candidate Is BrandCredible™

On the eve of the next US presidential debate, and a few days after the proverbial dust has settled from the vice presidential debate, let’s look at the two candidates relative to what makes a brand believable and authentic. ...READ»

Is Focus Overrated?

Full disclosure. I probably have undiagnosed ADD. I bet many more of us than we realize will develop ADD if we haven't already, with the relentless stimuli and pounding pressures of our tech-driven times. Back to focus. Why ...READ»

A "Don't Bother" List Could Be Your Winning Strategy

I’m reading one of the most lucid business books I’ve come across in quite some time. It’s Out of Poverty by Paul Polak, founder of International Development Enterprises. In it, Polak outlines a number of compelling reasons ...READ»