The Importance of Logos for All Businesses
When you hear an emerging business say they’re going to start their branding, the immediate thought that probably crosses every mind is, “Oh, so a logo?” While logos are only a small part of the brand’s identity, it has significant importance. In this article, we’ll focus on the importance of logos for businesses of all industries. Additionally, we will explore some do’s and don’ts to create an impactful logo.
What Is a Logo?
A logo is a visual representation of what your brand is and what it stands for. If you’re someone who puts much thought into your outfits and how you present yourself, you might understand this better. Imagine a person headed to a professional business meeting. While the final outfit may be a suit, dress, or whatever they like it would ultimately fall into the category of “formal” clothes.
To add a touch of personalization, the person might go in with their best tie, most confident lipstick colour, etc. Your logo is no different. It is a representation of what your business is using elements that are unique to your brand. When people see your logo, consequently, they should know that it is part of your brand.
There are many different types of logos, some of which you can find in the table below.
Why Are Logos Important?
Built on the brand’s strategy and message, a logo is a crucial aspect of branding. We break down its importance right below.
Imagine you have only seven seconds to introduce yourself in that meeting we mentioned above. Yes, that’s right – it’s not enough time. According to a Forbes report, brands have the same duration to appeal to their audience, so guess what makes that impression? Yes, it’s a good logo.
Developed from a detailed brand strategy (hopefully), a logo will beautifully pack everything your brand stands for, or at least its most prioritized features and important values. For instance, pastel shades may denote a brand that prioritizes aesthetics. On the other hand, a logo with people enjoying a drink may signify that the business sells drinks but also encourages the beauty of relationships or sharing. How you want people to perceive your brand is easy as creating a thoughtful logo.
People recognize your brand with the logo for reasons other than the amazing products or services you offer. For example, assume you have a predominant colour in your logos like Alapra’s blue or a symbol like our penguin. We can be sure that customers will associate these aspects with the colour or symbol, easily recognizing the brand in everyday things, while also staying afresh in their minds. This familiarity improves customer loyalty too.
Unless you aim to fit into the “just like every other brand” category, you need a logo crafted just for your brand. Think about the meeting from before and assume you need to tell them how you as a manager have transformed the company’s social media with innovative methods.
How ironic would it be to wear the same outfit as everyone else with minimal changes? A well-designed logo communicates how unique your brand is, consequently separating your brand from competitors and telling customers they can expect different yet enhanced services from your brand.
Having a logo is a sign that the brand will be around for a long time. This matters to customers because they believe that brands that are here to stay provide products and services that are durable too.
Now that we have established the importance of logos, below are a few tips on the best practices to employ and mistakes to avoid when designing the ideal logo for your brand.
Do’s and Don’ts for Effective Logo Designing
For impactful logo designs, here are 3 do’s and don’ts to ensure your logo serves its purpose without driving away potential customers. Impress your target audience with the do’s and don’t chase them by avoiding the don’ts in the table below.
Logos: The Foundation of Your Brand Identity!
Logos are not the brand’s entire identity but it is an important building block and the face of a brand. Therefore it’s important to hire professionals that understand how to design an effective logo that communicates the brand’s identity and message. You don’t need to look far, just reach out to Alapra and get a well-designed, personalized logo for your brand that exudes professionalism!
