Branding in the trades? Most people don’t think about it, but it matters way more than you realize. From rusted-out work trucks to outdated websites, we’re digging into why your brand isn’t just a logo—it’s the first thing customers and potential employees notice before you even step on the job.
Branding isn’t just for corporate types in fancy suits. If you're in the trades, your brand is what tells people you’re the real deal. That first impression—whether it’s a clean truck, a solid website, or just returning a damn phone call—can make or break your reputation. And yet, so many businesses in the trades slap a logo on a truck and call it a day.
We’re getting into the nitty-gritty of what branding really means for blue-collar businesses. Do customers see you as the pro who runs a tight ship or the one whose truck looks like it barely made it to the job? Are you actually showing up online where people are searching for you? If your website looks like it was made on dial-up, it's probably time for a refresh.
We’re breaking down when and how to rebrand, why it’s not just about the logo, and the real cost of neglecting your image in an industry built on trust.
Highlights:
- Why branding is more than just a logo—it’s how you show up every day.
- The biggest branding mistakes in the trades (and how to fix them).
- The real reason your website shouldn’t look like it’s from 1998.
- When it’s time to rebrand and how to do it without overcomplicating things
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