Startled Squid by Jo

Brand Treasure Map Feb 11, 2026

The Role of Systems in Sustainable Growth

Sustainable growth isn’t built on hustle — it’s built on systems. For 1–3 year businesses, growth often feels chaotic.…

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Brand Treasure Map Jan 14, 2026

The Legend of Brand Treasure Map

A modern legend about business, branding, and what happens when momentum runs out. This is the story beneath Brand…

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Brand Treasure Map Jan 2, 2026

Don’t Start the Year Without a Map: How Brand Strategy Helps You Hit Your Goals

Starting the year without a clear brand strategy often leads to busy work, scattered marketing, and missed…

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Brand Treasure Map Nov 14, 2025

The Silent Salesperson You’re Ignoring: Your Logo

Discover why brand strategy and visual identity design are smart business investments — not vanity projects. Learn how…

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Brand Treasure Map Oct 31, 2025

How to Build a Brand Compass: 5 Questions Every Small Business Should Ask Before Designing Anything

Learn how to build your Brand Compass with five simple questions that bring clarity, confidence, and direction before…

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Brand Treasure Map Oct 26, 2025

Why Pirates? The Story Behind Brand Treasure Map

“Why pirates?” Because real pirates weren’t all villains — many were rebels against unfair systems, carving out their…

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Brand Treasure Map Sep 18, 2025

The Branding Mistake Every Small Business Regrets (Too Late)

When most business owners think about branding, the first thing that comes to mind is a logo. Maybe a nice colour…

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Brand Treasure Map Jul 23, 2022

3 Things You Need to do Before Hiring a Logo Designer

Before we dive into the list, let me explain why these steps are so important before hiring a logo designer. I’m often…

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