Why Every Business Needs a Brand Style Guide
A brand style guide is like your business’s "rulebook" for looking consistent and recognizable. Whether you’re just starting or running a well-known brand, having a style guide helps everyone—from designers to social media managers—stay on the same page.
Top 5 Ways to Make Your Church’s Brand More Welcoming
Creating a warm, inviting brand for your church is key to attracting visitors and engaging members. A welcoming brand can make people feel at home, helping build a stronger, more connected community.
The Importance of Consistency Across Your Business Branding
Building a recognizable, trusted brand is all about consistency! When your brand looks and feels the same across every channel—whether online or in-store—customers know exactly what to expect. Here’s why it matters and how you can achieve it:
Color and Meaning: Choosing the Right Palette for Your Non-Profit's Mission
Choosing the right colors can have a big impact on how people feel about your non-profit! Different colors spark different emotions, helping people connect to your mission.
Why a Strong Brand Matters for Churches and Non-Profits
When people think of branding, they might imagine logos and colors – but for churches and non-profits, branding is so much more! It’s about creating a memorable identity that aligns with your mission and values, making your message stick and bringing your community together.
Branding for Startups: 10 Tips to Stand Out from Day One
Starting a business? Awesome! Creating a strong brand from the get-go is key to making a memorable first impression. Here are 10 tips to help your startup shine:
Advantages of Using a Freelance Graphic Designer Over an Agency
Advantages of Using a Freelance Graphic Designer Over an Agency
5 Design Mistakes That Shrink Church Impact
After a decade of working with churches, I’ve noticed a few design mistakes that can hold churches back from making the biggest impact in their congregations and communities.
Why Investing in Impactful Church Design Pays for Itself
Did you know that the average church family donates about $2,000 to $2,500 each year?
The High Cost of Employee Turnover: Why Satisfaction Saves Your Bottom Line
Employee turnover can be an expensive problem for companies, costing an estimated $1 trillion annually in the U.S. alone, according to Gallup.
The Financial Power of Brand Recognition: Why Good Design Pays Off
Companies with strong brand recognition see 23% higher revenue than those with weak branding, according to a Lucidpress study.
The Value of Employee Satisfaction: How Working Genius Boosts Happiness and Productivity
Employee satisfaction is directly linked to productivity and profitability. Satisfied employees are 12% more productive and 21% more profitable, according to a study by Gallup.
Design That Drives Results: How Effective Graphic Design Boosts Communication and Revenue
Effective graphic design is a powerful tool for companies and organizations, enhancing communication and driving revenue. According to Adobe, 73% of companies that invest in design see improved business performance.
5 Benefits of Church Branding
A clear, thoughtful design can make a big difference in how people connect with your church.
Podcast | Working Genius with Patrick Lencioni
The Working Genius podcast is designed to help people identify their natural gifts and find joy and fulfillment in their work and life.
Webinar from Matchstic | Finding Brand Clarity for Your Non-Profit
In this webinar replay, you will learn more about our six brand success factors, how to assess them and understand where you currently are, and how to move your brand forward.
TED Talk | Tim Ferriss
The hard choices -- what we most fear doing, asking, saying -- are very often exactly what we need to do. How can we overcome self-paralysis and take action?
Podcast | Change of Brand
A Change of Brand, produced by Matchstic, is a podcast about the world’s most loved consumer companies and their rebrand glory, drama, or disaster.
Podcast | How I Built ThisSun Bum: Tom Rinks
Tom Rinks not only understands the art of branding, he can explain it with the passion and precision of a master teacher.
Your Next Step Starts Here
Start with a free 15-minute design review, where we’ll assess your current branding or marketing and explore how we can enhance it together. To get started, fill out the form below, and we’ll be in touch to schedule a conversation. We’re excited to help you light up your mission.