Frustrated for sure, but also feeling sort of relieved? I knew this day would come. It’s been happening to sooo many others. Check out Reddit to see for yourself.

New blog drop: an intentional brand strategy and logo will make marketing and talking about your business feel easier. rae.design/blog/why-tha...

Shameless portfolio plug: rae.design/portfolio I have a couple immediate openings for logo and website projects if you're ready to ✨wurk it.✨

In my experience, entrepreneurship defaults towards loneliness if you don't actively build community. Great connecting with @ferncxandcrm.com and @rae.design during today's session. Anyone wanna join us for next week? Always blown away by the quality and care that goes into this FREE community. 🥰🫶🏽

Updated from the last time I mentioned 'em! Mini case studies on brand + rebrand projects, a look bts on website projects, and so much more coming on the full-service projects I've been quietly working on here at Rae Design HQ... (continued)

It was so nice to really get in the flow and reflect on all of these projects I've worked on in the past few years! I'm not quite finished with the case studies here, but I'm closer than I was before and that's really all that matters to me. It's progress baby.

Trying to decide what to write in this weeks email – Reporting In. I rarely plan these ahead anymore, it doesn't fit with the vibe. BUT I HAVE A STRATEGY. I've been experimenting. And I've finally found my flow. 💜 My email community gets my best creative foot forward. (continued...)

#FernTalk happening NOW! Come join us – just click the hashtag.

Coming atcha from Rae Design HQ is Brandstorm ⚡ – my latest strategy-led mini brand refresh for when good enough just ain't cutting it anymore! Your business is thriving, so why does your brand feel like an afterthought? Start small with Brandstorm:

Tomorrow's report includes: - An example on how the smallest shift can lift big weights - An Austin Powers gif - A checklist of 5 ways to know if you're already 'doing strategy' - My weekly friendly reminder so you remember that you're doing just fine Grab your copy: rae.design/subscribe

I don’t like having AI in my Gmail. 🫠

Hey, heyyy! I'm Kirstin – brand strategist and resident weirdo over at @rae.design I operate on a strict strategy-first basis because it saves SO MUCH TIME and lots of headaches when it comes to everything else in your biz – the logo, website, cx, restaurant, packaging, marketing... I could go on.

Reminder ~ TOMORROW ~ we'll be right here on Bluesky chatting about how to recession-proof (or WHATEVER-proof) your business to thrive during difficult times. Bring your tips, stories, expertise, or come ask questions, learn, and discuss. All are welcome to join! bsky.app/hashtag/Fern...

Want little strategic nudges to inspire action... whatever that might look like for you? My newsletter, Reporting In, shares action-friendly tips plus exclusive BTS peeks from Rae Design projects. Subscribe here → rae.design/subscribe

Is your business or marking feeling a little off? It's very fixable – my latest blog breaks down why moving forward matters more than perfection, plus 5 easy ways to check in on your brand. Read it → rae.design/blog/why-you... What's one thing you'd love to get unstuck on?

From DIY candle brand to ON BRAND eco-friendly, low tox home fragrance brand. This transformation happened with my full experience brand identity package, the Identity Innovator. I have immediate openings if you or someone you know could use a strategy-led logo for their biz.

Would a monthly check-in group to get quick, actionable feedback on your branding decisions help you stay focused and on track?

They say to build in public... so here it goes... On Brand Sessions with Rae Design – COMING SOON! I've only mentioned this to my newsletter subscribers... these are monthly strategy sessions with a small group of founders, business owners, entrepreneurs – really, whatever you call yourself. (1/3)