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What’s your story?
October 22, 2012 | MindFire Team
Your brand's story has the potential to be much more than just filler for your website's "About Us" page. It could be your most powerful marketing tool.
How human is your brand?
October 9, 2012 | Inga Rundquist
One of the new mantras in marketing is "humanize the brand."
Word of mouth marketing has a whole new taste
September 9, 2012 | Inga Rundquist
People trust - and often base their buying decisions - on the product/service reviews they read online.
American Bankers Association recognizes MidWestOne Bank’s campaign as hot!
September 3, 2012 | Inga Rundquist
MindFire work is featured in ABA Bank Marketing Magazine.
Branding vs. marketing
August 13, 2012 | MindFire Team
What's the difference between branding and marketing? The answer is more than just a matter of semantics. Ultimately, it's a matter of your bottom line.
When it comes to service, perception is reality
July 17, 2012 | MindFire Team
Providing great customer service is all about expectations - yours and theirs.
MindFire wins 13 awards at 2012 Dammies, including Best of Show
July 9, 2012 | Inga Rundquist
MindFire Communications had a top notch showing at the Design, Advertising, Marketing (DAM) Creative Club Awards last week.
Keeping it simple
June 19, 2012 | MindFire Team
People see their lives as increasingly complicated. Brands that can position themselves as the simple alternative will have an edge on many levels.
What drives trust in your business?
June 15, 2012 | Inga Rundquist
Trust is the holy grail of building strong brands. It's the kindling that keeps the brand fire burning. So if harnessing trust is key to people buying, trying and paying more for products and services, how do businesses harness brand trust?
Managing internal communications during rapid growth
May 31, 2012 | Inga Rundquist
Internal communications can be a challenge for growing companies. When businesses reach a certain size, it's not uncommon to run into communication roadblocks.
MindFire receives “Best Place to Work” recognition from local young professionals group
May 17, 2012 | Inga Rundquist
The Network: Young Professionals of the Quad Cities recently awarded MindFire with their annual Best Place to Work award.
MindFire named to CBJ’s Fastest Growing Companies list 2nd year in a row
May 2, 2012 | Inga Rundquist
The paper's annual award recognizes the region's fastest growing companies.