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When to rebrand

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Most rebranding is done at the wrong time for the wrong reasons. Here are 3 vital signs you can't afford to miss. Critical for startups
1/ The market has changed Sometimes things are out of your control. • A new competitor arrived • There is an unexpected new trend • New laws have changed how you can work
It's hard running a business. Not everything is in your control all the time. When the market moves and causes an earthquake in your business. It could be time for a change.
2/ You have changed A lot of startups rush their branding and focus on proof of concept and R&D. This is ok.
But when the business is growing fast it could be time to redefine your brand strategy and design a new visual identity. This will only help your growth in the long run.
3/ Damage Limitation Sometimes it requires dramatic change when the shit hits the fan. A rebrand won’t save a business that has fundamental issues with its product or services.
A rebrand must be part of a larger strategy to be better. More of a holistic approach. But when it's done right a rebrand can really show people that you're different. You have addressed your shortcomings and things have changed.
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Tom Berry

@tomberryCD

Brand designer - worked with @adidasoriginals & @nike