February 16, 2011
(Image by Jane Johnson Photography)
What does it take to create a successful business partnership? To find out we asked our guests this week: Sara Goodrich and Kerry Bergler of Mint Event Coordination & Design.
Sara and Kerry have united their collective creative gifts, business prowess and sharp attention to detail to develop a highly successful full service event planning company based in Bend,…
February 9, 2011
“The artist’s world is limitless. It can be found anywhere, far from where he lives or a few feet away. It is always on his doorstep.” -Paul Strand
Is it possible to pursue your artistic passion and create a successful business?
As our series continues we are introduced to an ideal guide to shed light on the journey of the creative professional, Benjamin Edwards. Benjamin and…
February 3, 2011
What makes a small business successful? Our series begins with a man who has been practicing the art of business ownership for 25 years- Oregon DJ extraordinaire, Dan Dubay.
With a lifelong love of music he began Dan Dubay Professional DJ Service in 1986 and has devoted his career to creating memorable and fun celebrations. Whether for a group of 8 or a gathering of…
February 1, 2011
“When you get, give. When you learn, teach” –Maya Angelou
Is this the year you are starting your own business?
Have you been in business for yourself and find yourself at a crossroads, seeking new inspiration to achieve success?
When starting any new endeavor it is important to reflect on where you are going as well as where you have been. It also helps to…
November 30, 2010
At some point in your entrepenuerial life you may find the need to establish your own business, or create a stronger brand for your existing business. Either way after you’ve effectively modeled / planned your business you will need to think of your identity (your brand). These tips will help you find more clarity on what your logo will convey to your consumer:
October 20, 2010
It is important to have a consistent brand identity from the ground up. We all want our brand to reflect our company but does your company reflect your brand?
You have probably already heard how vital it is for your logo, web design and marketing materials to be consistent and all send the same message. If all of these things are in place and the…
October 5, 2010
Whether you have an existing brand for your business, or are looking to establish one, there are some very important aspects many overlook. If you’ve read the book Blink then you understand the importance of ‘snap judgements’; these are decisions one makes about his/her subject almost immediately. In an informationally dense age, historically speaking, we rely more on split second judgements in our decisions….
September 22, 2010
Often, when meeting with a designer or developer for the first time to discuss a project you will be asked for a rough budget. The reason being is so that they may begin to conceptualize the possibilities and what they may accomplish. Quality and value go hand-in-hand and many designers/developers are highly aware of this. You have to spend money to make it, and…
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