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What is Brand Strategy and Why It’s Your Best Defense Against Brand Erosion
ByCathy Edison August 4, 2025August 19, 2025

Your brand isn’t just your logo or color palette; it’s your reputation. It’s the emotional and professional impression you leave with every client, partner, and stakeholder. That impression can work for you, or against you, depending on how consistently and strategically you manage it. That’s where brand strategy comes in. Without it, you’re vulnerable to…

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The Long Game: How a Strong Brand Fuels Sustainable Business Growth
ByCathy Edison July 2, 2025August 19, 2025

In today’s instant gratification culture, business leaders often want fast results. However, when it comes to brand building, playing the long game yields the greatest return. A strong brand doesn’t just look good—it attracts the right audience, earns trust, and becomes your best long-term sales tool. So, how long does it actually take to build…

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Build a Brand Your Buyers Remember (Even If They’re Not Ready to Hire You Yet)
ByCathy Edison June 9, 2025June 29, 2025

If only 5% of your potential customers actively seek your services, how can you reach the other 95%? You build a brand they remember. In this blog, we’ll show small businesses in Central Texas—including Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, and Leander—how to stand out, stay visible, and earn trust over time with brand-first marketing. Why…

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Why Your Lead Funnel Isn’t Working Anymore (And What Brand Can Do Instead)
ByJessica Scanlon May 12, 2025August 19, 2025

If you’ve been using a funnel to market your small business and you’re not getting the results you used to, you’re not alone. Many businesses across Central Texas are seeing the same and are realizing they focused on quick tactics over brand equity and reputation. The funnel isn’t broken; It’s outdated, and today’s buyers have…

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Why the 95/5 Rule Is the Wake-Up Call B2B Marketing Needed
ByJessica Scanlon May 12, 2025August 19, 2025

For years, B2B marketing operated under the simple assumption that leads would follow if you built the right funnel. Marketers invested heavily in gated whitepapers, email nurture campaigns, and perfectly segmented ads—all in pursuit of the mythical “marketing-qualified lead” (MQL). But over time, those leads have become more expensive, harder to convert, and less reliable….

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Hot Dog Marketing Named Philanthropic Small Corporation of the Year by AFP Greater Austin
ByHot Dog Marketing Marketer May 9, 2025June 29, 2025

Hot Dog Marketing in Round Rock, Texas, has been named the 2025 Philanthropic Small Corporation of the Year by the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Greater Austin Chapter. The award was announced during the annual Philanthropy Day celebration, which honors individuals and organizations making a positive impact through philanthropy and community support. Hot Dog Marketing…

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Why Small-to-Midsize Professional Service Firms Need B2B Marketing to Compete with Big Brands
ByJessica Scanlon April 7, 2025April 24, 2025

Insights from a Top Branding Agency in Austin As Central Texas continues its rapid growth, the competitive landscape for professional service businesses—especially those serving public entities—is becoming more intense. At Hot Dog Marketing, a leading branding agency in Austin, we’ve seen how local firms that once secured projects with ease are now facing serious competition…

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The Slow Fade: How Businesses Unknowingly Erode Their Brand and Lose Customer Loyalty
ByJessica Scanlon March 18, 2025March 28, 2025

Just like gradual deforestation leads to land erosion, businesses can erode their brand over time—often without realizing it. Small, seemingly harmless decisions accumulate, chipping away at the customer and employee experience. Whether it happens quickly through controversy or slowly through neglect, brand erosion can significantly impact a company’s reputation, customer loyalty, and long-term success. What…

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Branding Checklist: Is Your Brand Working for You?
ByCathy Edison March 5, 2025March 24, 2025

Before you get stuck in the endless cycle of business challenges, ensure your branding sets you up for success. Brand Identity ✅ Is your logo clear, professional, and adaptable across different platforms?✅ Do you have a consistent color palette and typography that reflects your brand personality?✅ Is your visual identity modern and appealing or need…

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Hot Dog Marketing Announces Free Workshops in 2025
ByJessica Scanlon January 21, 2025January 21, 2025

For the third year, Hot Dog Marketing’s popular and completely free community workshops have been scheduled for 2025. We’re thrilled to announce that this year’s workshops will take place at the Greater Austin Chamber board room in Downtown Austin. Mark your calendars for these upcoming lunch-break events: February 13, 2025: How to Plan a Marketing…

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