How to create a Brand or rebrand an existing brand

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A process for creating a new brand or rebranding an existing brand.

Step One: Create a Brand Pyramid

A brand pyramid broken down into its parts. Core functionality is at the bottom and is defined as the products and services offered by the brand. The rational benefits one tier above the core functionality and is defined as the tangible benefits that the brand offers over its competitors. A tier above the rational benefits are the emotional benefits that are described as how the customer should feel when interacting with the brand. Above emotional benefits is the personality which is described as adjectives and phrases to personify the brand. Finally, at the top is the brand essence, which is described as the mission statement or core values.

To help you dive deeper into the brand, its purpose, meaning and value, we recommend that you craft a brand pyramid.

A brand pyramid clearly describes the brands:

  • Core Functionality.
  • Rational benefits.
  • Emotional benefits.
  • Personality.
  • Essence.

Step Two: Create the Brand Mission Statement

Write a short statement that explains the vision, purpose and value proposition of a business.

Create the visual identity for the brand.

Step Four: Create a Tagline

Write a a short phrase that permanently identifies the brand.

Step Five: Create the Styleguide

Define the colors, typography and assets for the brand.

This is often referred to as a brand book or brand styleguide that incorporates all the brand assets along with a set of guidelines.

Step Six: Create the Brand Strategy

Create a plan to make sure that a brand image successfully matches a brand identity.

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