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Can You Define What Sets Your School Apart?
When we speak with administrators, it’s notable how many have trouble identifying and vocalizing their school’s unique selling proposition. To find success, you must be able to define it.
Ensure Every Marketing Project Has at Least 9 Lives
From videos and photos to graphics, articles, and more, Every marketing asset should have at least nine lives at your school.
The Importance of Goal Setting in School Marketing & Communications
Goal setting in the marketing realm is crucial. Too many schools implement elements of a marketing strategy, but they skip planning and goal setting. The result is a doom loop of continually adding to an ever-fuller plate.
A Story of Hope – Asheville Christian Academy
We recently created a mini documentary that tells the story of Hurricane Helene’s damage to Asheville Christian Academy and the area surrounding their campus. Enjoy the story behind the project.
Speaking to the “Soul” of a School
How can school leaders most effectively communicate with the hundreds of individuals who comprise their communities? It starts with understanding that schools have souls.
It’s Just a Leadership Transition… Nobody Is Doing Anything Wrong
Leadership transitions can be trying, especially in mission-driven organizations. Here’s the best transition advice I’ve ever received.
“The Difficult We Do Right Away…” Observations from the U.S.S. Yorktown.
Observations from the Yorktown that inform the independent school branding and our approach at 38 House.
Why I Compete With My Students
I’ve started shadowboxing with my students, pedagogically speaking. The goal isn’t to best or outshine them. It’s simply to let them know that they can trust me...
Finding and Defining Your Brand Voice on Social Media
Defining your voice on social media is helpful regardless of whether you're an individual or a brand. It is an often overlooked topic, but a well-defined brand voice on social is a key to success.
Should You Have a Blog on Your Website?
Whether you call it a blog, news, or tips & advice, choosing whether to have an articles-based section on your website is an important decision.
Where Schools Miss Out on Marketing
Schools often don’t consider themselves businesses. For marketing and communications departments, it’s time for a mindset change.
Managing Up: Presenting on Communications & Marketing to Boards of Trustees
There are several keys to effectively presenting to a board of trustees. We explore those ideas and more.
Empowering Clients Through Terrific Web Design
Take your time to make these key web design decisions. You’ll be glad you did.
Too Often Missing: Brand Guidelines
Too many institutions invest in their branding but stop short of a crucial element – a brand guide.
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