A Few Bright Ideas

Thoughts, observations, and occasional “Philaments” from 25+ years spent naming companies and building brands.

5 Key Points For Naming A Medical Company

Naming a medical company is no simple task. With the proliferation of innovation technologies, new businesses are constantly emerging on the scene, each with it’s own…

You have a company name, but do you have a brand story?

In the quest for the “perfect” company name, much of the focus centers on creativity, originality, descriptiveness, cleverness, and even domain availability. In reality, very little…

Trademark Basics When Naming a Company

Any word or combination of words that identifies your company’s goods and services is a trademark. Your company’s trademark portfolio might include the name of your…

Company Naming Mistakes – Why Abbreviations Often Spell Trouble

One of the most common company naming mistakes occurs when an organization attempts to fix a brand identity issue by abbreviating the company name. It’s literally…

The Company Naming Process – Finding Your Key Ingredients

The key to any successful company naming project hinges on having the right objectives in mind, in the right order.

Scoring the Best Brand Name

If you are like most entrepreneurs, you’ve come face-to-face with this daunting challenge – finding a brand name that fully captures the essence of your company, product or service.

Naming Your New Business — Five Steps to Branding Your Startup

Every startup faces a common dilemma — what to call their budding new venture. It seems like a simple enough task at first, but the fate of a new enterprise often rests on the ability to establish a quick and meaningful connection with potential customers. Too bland or descriptive of a name and it goes unnoticed. Too bold and daring and it may appear risky or unproven. Here are five steps to getting a company name that will communicate your message and build brand equity.

Company Naming vs. Company Branding

The difference between naming a company and branding a company is the difference between sharing a simple hello vs. sharing a great conversation.

Brands Gone Wild – Why Animals, Bugs & Beasts Make for Great Brand Names

Let’s face it… when it comes to creating a company or product brand name, it’s a real jungle out there. With thousands of new businesses starting each day, stand out brand names can seem like a vanishing species. A number of successful firms have turned to animal names to give their brands a more human touch. Here’s why…

Rebranding Your Company — Five Steps to Renaming Your Business

Changing your company name requires careful consideration and planning to achieve a successful outcome.