Brand Strategy vs. Marketing Strategy: There Is a Difference

Many companies confuse them – and pay the price. Quick Definitions: Branding is who you are, what you stand for, and how you want to be perceived. Marketing is the actions and strategies used to promote your brand and deliver its message to potential customers. Click here to Read more CarneyCo: Creating Clarity. Inspiring Action. […]
7 Signs Your Brand Needs a ReVision™

A rising tide lifts all boats. If your ship’s not rising, then your marketing, and your brand, could be an integral reason. It’s not that a new logo, tagline, or shiny campaign is what you need. It is likely you need a better lens, a better way to identify the problems, the opportunities, and the […]
Use Time Wisely

Stop wasting time reading unwanted email messages. Follow the example of one busy team leader. He decided to respond to every email for a week with a note on its appropriateness. He responded with one of three comments: 1. Keep sending this sort of critical information. 2. Send this to a responsible person on my team, […]
Move Over, Rambo

Looking to inspire your coworkers? Try this suggestion at your next team building session: View a popular movie that promotes some value or skill pertinent to your job. Some possibilities include Wall Street (ethics), Jerry Maguire (sales), Norma Rae (leadership), and Twelve Angry Men (conflict resolution).
Gaining Clarity On Business Problems
Great Questions to Consider It is not uncommon to be stuck on a business problem and sometimes the issue can even stem from challenges with team members. The best thing about problems is that creative solutions can follow. Many companies spring into action for resolution and put out fires with the best of intentions, but […]