This article was written with the assistance of AI. It has been edited and fact-checked by humans. Logo design is a crucial element in establishing a brand’s identity and communicating its values. Skillfully crafted logos can convey professionalism, trustworthiness, and quality, and they have the power to make a lasting impact on consumers. Throughout history, […]
Definition: What is a naming approach?
A naming approach is how a brand name connects to qualities or ideas related to the underlying brand (e.g., descriptive names, suggestive names, abstract names).
Definition: What is a naming construct?
A naming construct is how a brand name is structured (e.g., real-word names, coined names, compound names).
Podcasts about branding (Useful List)
Looking for great audio content about branding and brand strategy? Google “podcasts about branding” and you’ll find a few lists out there (see below). And while many of these podcasts provide great background information for those of us in the branding industry, only a handful are truly about branding—many are about advertising, digital media, content strategy, […]
Definition of abstract brand name (What is an abstract brand name?)
An abstract brand name is a brand name with no apparent connection to the underlying brand.
Definition of brand audit (What is a brand audit?)
A brand audit is a comprehensive examination of a brand across all its touchpoints.
Books about brand naming (Useful List)
Search online for “what makes a great brand name” and you’ll find plenty of strong opinions. We’ve compiled and organized a list based on articles, agency blog posts, naming guides, and even books about naming. We’ll update this periodically, if new items or sources are found.
Definition: What is a descriptive brand name?
A descriptive brand name is a brand name that clearly describes what it refers to (e.g., a feature, product, service, or organization).
Definition: What is a suggestive brand name?
A suggestive brand name is a brand name that evokes a quality of the underlying brand.
Definition of brand experience (What is brand experience?)
Definition of brand experience: the totality of all sensations, feelings, thoughts, and actions evoked by a brand.
Definition of brand image (What is a brand image?)
Brand image is the cumulative impression of a brand among target audiences.
Definition: What is brand identity?
Brand identity is the cumulative expression of a brand to target audiences.
