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50 Money Logos to Bank on for Your Business

DesignCrowd - Thursday, September 18, 2025

Money talks, but your logo should speak louder. While your competitors rely on boring, cookie-cutter branding that blends into the background, innovative financial businesses know that bold logo design is their secret weapon for standing out. Read more

11 Web Design Tips for Home Services To Improve Customer Trust and Visibility

DesignCrowd - Monday, September 15, 2025

Selling home services differs from selling a product because it requires more trust. When you provide services inside someone’s home, you’re entering their safe space. With that in mind, prospective customers must know they can rely on your company to provide stellar services and respect their space.  Read more

Branding in the Moment: How Ephemeral Content Drives E-Commerce Sales

DesignCrowd - Thursday, September 11, 2025

When customers see time-sensitive offers that might disappear forever, they act fast. When wrapped in temporary packaging, everything from product drops to logo design becomes irresistible.  Read more

5 Benefits of Having Custom Web Design For Your Business

DesignCrowd - Monday, September 8, 2025

A custom web design strategy separates you from your competition by establishing a distinctive online presence that can't be replicated with generic templates or cookie-cutter solutions.  Read more

How To Attract Top Graphic Design Talent for Your Next Project

DesignCrowd - Thursday, September 4, 2025

Graphic design is a popular, in-demand skill, and when a lucrative opportunity comes up, it attracts top candidates from the talent pool.  Read more

How POS UX/UI Shapes In-Store Customer Experience

DesignCrowd - Monday, September 1, 2025

POS UX/UI encompasses checkout system design, improving transaction speed, accuracy, and customer satisfaction. Let’s see how POS UX UI shapes your in-store customer experience and get tips to improve it. Read more

Beautiful “B” Logos: Deep Dive Into Brilliant Branding

DesignCrowd - Thursday, August 28, 2025

The letter B's structured shape, combined with its visual flexibility, gives it a balanced yet bold look that fits perfectly in today's minimalist aesthetic.  Read more

10 of the Oldest Logos Still in Use Today

DesignCrowd - Thursday, August 21, 2025

Learn about ten of the oldest logos still in use today. Each one is an excellent example of how to create a lasting design. They offer valuable lessons for modern brands that want to build a visual identity that can last generations. Read more

How to Visually Capture Customers in 2025’s New Traffic Channels

DesignCrowd - Thursday, August 14, 2025

From short-form videos on TikTok and Instagram Reels to interactive data visuals and connected TV ads, today’s internet user is surrounded by catchy visuals designed to grab attention. Add to this the emergence of new traffic channels and intense competition, and you have the perfect recipe for a tough market. Read more

How Great UX Design Drives Startup Growth and Funding

DesignCrowd - Monday, August 11, 2025

UX is now being regarded as a part of product design and consumer engagement. This comprehensive approach extends beyond digital interfaces to encompass all touchpoints of brand interaction. Learn more in this post. Read more

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