Exploring branding, culture, and marketing from the perspective of small teams and DIY creatives. Written by Anne Marie, a designer in Philly.

How exactly are we spending our time on marketing?

The results from our inaugural January 2026 survey.

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A Year of Plenty...of Everything

Maybe we do a little less? A recap.

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Free Template: Brand Questionnaire

A practical framework for defining your identity, audience, and goals.

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Brand vs. Business

Not everyone needs a brand. But if you do, you should know why.

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Goals, schmoles (plus our first survey results)

A few big patterns and a reminder that priorities always shift.

The 2025 End of Year Recap

It's been a year of plenty...of everything. Maybe we do a little less? A recap. Plus: the state of marketing survey and a free brand questionnaire.

AI, art, and a very Philly design controversy

Between DNS meltdowns, Adobe MAX, and the Philadelphia Art Museum’s controversial rebrand, there's a lot to think about.