Embark on a captivating journey into the intricate realm of branding with Tisha Oehmen’s insightful blog, ‘Finding Brand.’ Beyond the ordinary, this blog serves as a comprehensive guide, offering not just a glimpse but a profound exploration into the art and science of crafting enduring brand strategies.

Tisha Oehmen, a trailblazer in the field of brand strategy, invites you to join her on a quest to unravel the mysteries of what truly makes a brand stand the test of time. ‘Finding Brand’ is not merely a blog; it’s a treasure trove of expert insights, actionable advice, and a roadmap to navigate the complexities of brand development. Whether you’re a seasoned marketing professional or a budding entrepreneur, Tisha’s wealth of experience and knowledge shines through in every post.

Delve into a curated collection of articles that delve into the nuances of brand strategy, providing practical tips, industry trends, and thought-provoking analyses. Tisha’s approach goes beyond conventional wisdom, offering a fresh perspective on the dynamic interplay of branding and consumer psychology. As you navigate through the blog, you’ll discover a wealth of resources aimed at empowering you to create a brand that not only captivates but endures in the minds of your audience.

But the journey doesn’t stop at the blog. Tisha Oehmen extends her expertise through two acclaimed books, forming a holistic approach to brand discovery. These books serve as companions, offering in-depth exploration and a deeper understanding of the principles discussed in ‘Finding Brand.’

Whether you’re seeking inspiration, guidance, or a roadmap to revitalize your brand strategy, ‘Finding Brand’ is your beacon in the world of branding. Join Tisha Oehmen on this immersive exploration, where each post is a step closer to unraveling the secrets of timeless brand creation and leaving a lasting impact on your audience.

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From our office on Main Street in Eagle Point, Oregon, we’ve spent over 16 years helping real businesses connect with real people—through smart strategy, compelling design, and campaigns built on trust, not templates.

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Every brand we work with is different, and we like it that way. Whether you need a website, a campaign, or just a clearer path forward, we’re here to help—with honest insight and hands-on support.

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Let’s talk Vision and Mission for a Moment

“If you don’t know where you’re going, any road will take you there.” is a lyric in George Harrison’s song, “Any Road”. While this certainly true in many aspects of our lives, nowhere is it more true than in business. This is why, having a compellingly written Vision and Mission Statement is so critical. They help…

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Social Media Privacy and Advertising

http://youtu.be/lLSfeWaraUg http://youtu.be/zxpa4dNVd3c Video Transcript Hi there.  How are you today? Hey, I wanted to take just a few minutes today to talk a little bit about a question I get asked a lot and that is, “How does social media privacy interact with advertising and where’s the line and what are my options?”  I thought…

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Brand Books Examples – Vote for Your Favorite!

Brand book examples aren’t the easiest to find, but if you’re trying to write your brand book — find them. You must. I’ve been a long-time collector of brand book examples since well before I started writing my book, Finding Brand: The Brand Book Tutorial, which shows elements from real brand books and helps the…

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Promotional Calendar Template: Stop Scrambling and Start Planning

What is a Promotional Calendar? A promotional calendar is a strategic planning tool that maps out your marketing campaigns, holidays, and events for the entire year. It ensures you identify promotional windows early and schedule the necessary production time (typically 45-60 days in advance) to create assets, preventing last-minute scrambles and wasted budget on rush…

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What is a Brand Narrative?

I often get asked,  “What is a Brand Narrative”? And the answer is simply your brand story. It’s both the history of and the future focus for your business. All tied up in one tight strategy. What is a brand narrative doing for my business? Simply put, your brand narrative provides context to your team, continuity…

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Best Brand Book Examples List

Brand books are essential for any business looking to establish and maintain a strong brand identity. A brand book typically includes guidelines on a company’s logo, color palette, typography, voice, and messaging. It serves as a comprehensive reference that ensures consistency across all online and offline marketing materials. When it comes to finding the best…

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What does your brand position say?

What is a Brand Position? At its core, your brand position is the unique space that your brand occupies in the minds of your target customers compared to other players in the marketplace. It’s how people think, feel, and talk about your business. Whether your brand comes across as warm, friendly, reliable, sophisticated, or quirky, your…

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5 Insane (but true) Things About Marketing for Small Business

Marketing for Small Business is not for the feint of heart. As any small business owner knows, there are so many competing demands for your time and attention, that marketing your business often falls to the bottom of your list — although rightfully it should be the highest item on the list. Here are 5…

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Brand Once, Brand Twice: 3 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Brand Thrice

Branding your company the first time always seems hard enough. Yet after a few years, your brand inevitably goes through a “growing up period”. In this phase, we see brands literally grow from “young” and “immature” to more “grown-up”. This is a natural evolution of your brand — and it happens to most all brand…

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How To Solve Your Biggest Marketing Problem

Let’s face it, we all have marketing problems. But what if you could solve your biggest problem with little effort and little cost? Would you be interested? Of course you would. That’s just good business sense. Now, what if I told you the single biggest marketing problem you have is something MOST businesses suffer from,…

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The Scarecrow – Chipotle’s Brilliant Branding Commercial

I talk a lot about telling your story and letting your audience both get to know you, and to affiliate with your business, based on their resonance with that story. But rarely do we get to see the story so clearly and compelling told as Chipotle just did with their The Scarecrow video! If you haven’t seen…

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Upper Rogue Independent Features “Finding Brand” Book

The Upper Rogue Independent recently published a feature article highlighting the book Finding Brand: The Brand Book Tutorial, written by Tisha Oehmen of Eagle Point. The article examines the fundamental concepts underlying branding and the philosophy that informs Oehmen’s work as a partner at Paradux Media Group. Finding Brand is the result of years of…

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150th Finding Brand Post and a Big Announcement!

Can you believe it? This is the 150th post of the Finding Brand blog! What a ride it’s been. When I started the Finding Brand Blog, it was with the intention of demystifying marketing and branding. I think this blog has been successful in that endeavor. And throughout the years, you’ve shared with me what…

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Sugary-Sweet or Saccharine? Sugarpova and Vanilla Air

Two interesting pieces of sugary branding news out today — Maria Sharapova is apparently considering legally changing her name to be Maria Sugarpova for the duration of the U.S. Open to bring attention to her candy line, Sugarpova. (The Guardian) AirAsia Japan is changing their name to Vanilla Air. (Economic Times) Sharapova’s Sugarpova is a…

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Branding in a Multi-Media World

As I was looking for a picture to pair with my last post, Why Branding Matters for Businesses of All Sizes, I came across a photo set from Troy Thompson (Travel 2.0) on Flickr and was struck by the strong visual he created to demonstrate the implications of branding in a multi-media world. We all know advertising…

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Why Branding Matters for Businesses of All Sizes

I was on the phone the other day with someone who told me in no uncertain terms that “branding, for most businesses, was a waste of time and money.” This person’s position was that branding was OK for companies like Xerox or Nike, but far too expensive and far too time-consuming for average businesses, who…

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What the Backstory for Your Target Audience?

I was talking with a client today about who their target audience was. And while we know what the demographic information was, we don’t often consider the backstory — but the backstory is so critical and necessary to really understanding who your target audience really is. To develop the backstory, we simply start pulling the…

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5 Great Branding Articles You May Have Missed

One of the most amazing (and I think interesting) things about Branding is that it’s always evolving – while the underlying principles are the same as they ever were. Branding, just like we are, is changing in response to this new world in which we live. I’ve been impressed with the some posts that have…

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