8 Easy Branding Strategies to Set Your Brand Apart

Whether you’re an author, speaker or small business owner, you probably already know that today’s marketplace is crowded. Because of this, knowing how to set your brand apart from the competition is crucial for success. 

In our competitive digital world, your branding matters more than ever in claiming the attention of your audience, growing your business and actually making a profit. The good news? You don’t need a massive marketing budget or a team of experts to create a unique brand identity that sets you apart. 

Today, we’re going beyond just logos and brand colors to talk about the most important strategies you can focus your time on right now. Here are eight easy branding strategies to help your brand shine:

1. Define Your Brand’s Story: Don’t know what to do first? Start here! Before you ever try to sell, you need to make sure that you have a compelling brand story. What inspired you to start your business or to become an author? What are the most important values that you hold dear? Share these stories through your website, social media, and marketing materials—in video form when possible. A relatable and authentic narrative will instantly connect with your audience and help you build brand loyalty. 

2. Consistent Visual Identity: Your brand’s visual elements—logo, color scheme, fonts—should be consistent across all platforms. This creates a cohesive and memorable image that customers associate with you and what you do. A strong visual identity helps you stand out in a crowded marketplace. You can find 4 common branding mistakes you don’t want to make right here. 

3. Know Your Target Audience: Who are you talking to and what do they need? To differentiate your brand effectively, you must understand your target audience. Before you ever create a product or market your book, designate a solid amount of time to research and identify their preferences, pain points, and behaviors. Then, you can tailor your messaging and offerings to cater to their specific needs and desires. Not sure how to nail down your audience? Start by creating a customer avatar!

• 4. Decide Your Unique Value Proposition (UVP): No matter what field you work in, there is more than likely some competition that you’ll be facing. That’s why it’s worth your time to clearly communicate what sets your brand apart. Open a blank doc or a page in a notebook and start brainstorming the unique benefits and solutions your product or service offers. Use the info you gathered from your Customer Avatar to ensure that your UVP resonates with your target audience and actually solves their problems.

• 5. Engage on Social Media: This should be a given, but you know we had to include it just to be sure! For most businesses and personalities today, social media is not something you’ll want to completely avoid. Be intentional in choosing what platforms you invest in, and use those to share regularly with your audience. When you share helpful, valuable or entertaining content and engage with followers, this will help you build a community around your brand. Not sure what social media platform is right for your brand? Take this quiz!

• 6. Create Quality Content Marketing: You’ve heard it time and time again, but content really is king. When your brand creates high-quality, informative, and engaging content that shows your expertise, it will make people trust and want to follow you. Blog posts, videos, and infographics can all serve to establish your brand as an authority in your niche. Just lean into the type of content that feels most natural for you, and don’t be afraid to experiment! 

• 7. Leverage User-Generated Content: UGC content really has blown up in the last few years, and for good reason. Because your current customers are your best and most trustworthy marketing tool! Prioritize occasionally encouraging your customers or followers to create and share content related to your products or the work you’ve completed together. This user-generated content not only provides social proof but also showcases real experiences with your products or services. You can learn more about strategies and tactics for great UGC content right here. 

• 8. Be Ready to Monitor and Adapt: Things are always changing in digital marketing, so try to stay agile in your branding efforts. Make time once a month to really monitor the effectiveness of your strategies. If something isn’t working, don’t hesitate to adjust your approach. Adaptability is key to staying relevant and becoming successful over time. 

Remember, branding is an ongoing process. It’s not just about creating a logo or a catchy tagline; it’s about consistently delivering on your brand promise and evolving with your audience’s needs. By following these eight easy branding strategies, you can set yourself apart and build a lasting connection with your customers.

So, roll up your sleeves, get creative, and start building a brand that stands out in the crowd. Your unique story, visual identity, and commitment to your audience will set you on the path to branding success.

P.S. – If you still need some help to get started on your way to branding success, we can help! Our Red Bird Social team offers free consultations to help you lay out a plan and brand like a pro. You can book yours today right here.