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Why Your Business Needs Graphic Design

Happy Friday! I know that lately we have been talking about a number of different subjects and I was thinking that maybe today, as we head into the weekend, we should talk about why your business needs graphic design. I thought this might be a good subject to talk about because I have talked about graphic design at great length, and have never really talked about WHY your business needs it.

Let’s get started!

Graphic design, website development, and good copywriting are just a few of the known things that your business needs to look professional, and be successful. There are so many reasons to have a good outlet to get your graphic design work done when you own a business. If you are unsure whether your business needs graphic design or not, read below three reasons why your business NEEDS graphic design, and it’s not an option.

One: First off, if you want your business to look like the company you know it is, professional, efficient, and productive, then you need graphic design and you need good graphic design work done. Whether you need a logo design or a banner. Remember, your website is going to be the first thing people see when they go to your site.

Two: When you use graphic design for your businesses, you succeed in making your website look like you want it to look. You can have a website that looks like no other one, because you simply had it designed your way, and in the style that fits you and your company. The graphics that design your site are a statement of you and your brand, and make it unique to you, and only you.

Three: I will leave you with this last one. When you use graphic design, no matter what it is for (a logo design, a banner ad, or a flyer) it will look like yours and no one else’s. Because the design was especially tailored for you and your business, created it to fit your style of site, and your brand.

You want everything about your business to be unique to YOU. And that is what a good design company does. They create designs that are one-of-a-kind. I firmly believe that every business should have graphic design help to make their business unique to them.

Top 5 Graphic Design Companies

When it comes to finding the perfect design for your business, whether you want a logo designed, a book cover mock-up, or maybe just a graphic, you can’t just go with any design company. You want to pick one that is right for you and your business, and where better to get a recommendation than from a list of some of the current top design companies?

We have below a list of the top five best graphic design company. So if you are looking for a good design company to bring you a design that stands out, is creative, original, and one-of-a-kind, this post is for you!

Top Five Best Graphic Design Companies:

Flocksy: Flocksy is a graphic design business that offers unlimited graphic design, website development, and copywriting for one set price a month. They can create anything from a logo to a tee-shirt design, and they work with either big or small businesses. They strive to bring the same advantages to small companies in the design world that big companies have, and not only have they succeeded, but they are now also giving the big companies what they need too. If you are a business looking for a design team, then Flocksy is definitely the way to go, because they offer so much at an affordable price.

Design Pickle: Design pickle is a great graphic design company if you are looking for high-quality designs for one set price a month. Design pickle is the place for businesses of every size because they offer great designs, with a great team, and a great price!

Penji: Penji is another great design service because they offer unlimited graphic design for one set price a month as well. They have an amazing graphic design business, and an amazing team as well. If you are looking for a graphic design business that not only creates amazing designs but also has a great team that you will love than Penji is the way to go!

99designs: With their crowdsourcing style, 99designs gathers designers from all over the world and gives them access to whatever type of contest you decide to hold. With a simple step-by-step process, you can see hundreds of designs options to choose from.

Hatchwise: Leading in their field, Hatchwise offers a contest form design services. For a set fee, that you decide, you get thousands of designers participating in your contest and get to select a winner design from the submissions. Not sure what you are looking for? Since they can handle a wide range of graphics requests, there’s no need to fear. You can simply choose the “Other” category, and begin a contest, editing the brief as you get s better idea of what you need.

We all know that when it comes to getting a design made, whether a logo or something else, not just any will work. You want original work that has a style of its own, just like any good art.

The five graphic design companies that I talked about above will give just that; a perfect design that is a reflection of you, your company, and your mission.

What To Look For In a Graphic Design Company

“How do I know if I’m going with the right graphic design company?”

That is a question that every business person asks themselves at least once in their life. If that is what YOU are asking yourself, then you are going want to read this post.

Here are a few things to look for when you are wondering what graphic design company you want to go with:

Turnaround time: It is always wise to look around and read reviews before choosing any graphic design company. It’s true that most places give you a free 7-day trial or 7-day money back guarantee, however, it is still good to look around first. When you are looking at the reviews, look for a good turn around time. Some could have a week turn around or a 3-day turnaround or maybe even a 24-hour turnaround.

Quality: The quality of the design is very important. That just goes without saying. If the quality is no good then the design is pretty much no good. So make sure to look at what people are saying about the quality in the reviews.

Can they do more?: Yes if you are looking for someone to do a design for you then you’re probably not thinking about them doing anything else. But what if you could get unlimited graphic design and other features for one set price? Wouldn’t that be great? For example, here at Flocksy, we offer unlimited graphic design, web development, and copywriting for one set price a month. So it’s always good to look around for that before deciding on one.

These are three of the things to look for when trying to find a graphic design company. Taking the time to look around and check out all your options before trying one can really pay off in the end. I would strongly advise you to do so because it can never hurt.

When is it time to update my logo?

How will I know when I need a new logo for my business?” Now, that might be the question you’re asking yourself right now and if so, then I might just have the answer for you.

I’m going to give you three tips on how to know if you need to update your business’s logo.

1. Relevant: You might need to get a different logo if people don’t know what you are selling or what service you are offering by looking at your logo. For example, if people walk in and ask you if you’re a salon when you sell electronics then that’s a tip that you MAY just want to try a new logo design. Make sure that your logo is relevant to your business.

2. Outdated: A good logo can stand the test of time, however, that doesn’t mean that sometimes in certain cases, like rebranding, for example, you may want a fresh logo to go with your new business facelift. Also, if your logo is 20 some years old it may just be time to update it a bit. It doesn’t have to necessarily be a new design, maybe just a refresh of the old one.

3. Eye-catching. You want to make sure that your logo is noticed and easy to remember. Some of the best logos are the simplest. Think MacDonald’s and Facebook and you’re on the right track. You also want people to see the logo for your business, and be drawn to it. You want your logo to inspire interest. If people are forgetting your logo, or worse, don’t even know what your logo stands for, it’s about time for a change.

If you’re wondering why you’ve been seeing a lack of clients or a drop in sales. If you find that you maybe need to give your company a quick facelift than maybe it’s time to consider having a new logo designed. Sometimes that’s just the kick you need to get things spruced up and attract some new clientele. Remember, just because it’s familiar doesn’t mean it’s best. That stays true for life, business, AND logos.

Do you really NEED help with your website?

It’s kinda a given that big, multi-million dollar companies need to have in-house help to give around-the-clock 24/7 design work. But what about your company? Do you really need to have someone on-call to help with that new logo, ad, or brochure you have lined up?

The answer is a resounding yes.

Of course, you can always try to do it yourself, or try to contact some designer online and pay them to work on it. But considering the time you have to take to work on the project, the effort to communicate your needs to the designer, etc, in the end, is it really worth it?

Probably not.

That’s why having a company on-call to work with you and help with all your design needs is a necessary, not a luxury.

No matter what size your business is, the key to any successful company is your presentation. Bottom line. If you expect to sell, you gotta make it look not just good, it’s got to look best.

Companies like Flocksy, that offer unlimited design work for a set fee every month are growing by leaps and bounds. It’s starting to be realized the invaluable time that you can save (and invest in other areas of your business) by simply having someone else oversee your design work.

So, is it necessary? Yeah, we think so. And you should too.

I hope this has been of some help to you and you’re business. If you have any questions on the subject, please feel free to ask. I will answer them if I can.

How to Find the Perfect Logo for you

So you’re looking for a logo. Maybe you already have one and it’s time for an upgrade, maybe you are starting a new company and need to have a stunning new logo to show off. Whatever the case, we all know that the hard part is how do you communicate to your designer what exactly you are looking for?

Here are five easy tips to make finding the perfect logo for you made easy.

One: Make a list of what you are looking for. What do you want your design to communicate? Boldness, confidence, and statement? Or soft, calming, and peaceful?

Two: Find your color scheme. If you have lots of bright primary colors on your website, you probably don’t want to have a logo with pastels in it.

Three: What do you NOT want to see in your design? It helps designers if you let them know exactly what you are not looking for. Do you hate the color yellow? Want a super professional vibe? Don’t want any peace signs? Make sure you are clear on the list of no-nos.

Four: How much do you want to spend? This is the unpleasant, but also a necessary part of any design process. You must figure out your budget first thing. This also falls into the category of where you are going to get your logo designed? Are you going to use a site like 99 Designs, or Hatchwise, or are you going the more traditional route with one freelance designer?

Five: Have FUN! A new logo is something to get excited about! It’s all about change, and change is a good thing. Have fun, enjoy the process, and don’t forget that this is all about you, and what you are looking for.

Thank you for taking the time to read! If you have any ideas or questions on the subject, we would be more then happy to hear about them in the comments below.