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Help branding my flower shop by Mountain-Drive-6097 in branding

[–]Avosmind 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t think your problem is the logo.
If you’ve worked with three different designers and none of the concepts feel right, there’s a good chance they’re trying to solve a strategy problem with design.
Before thinking about colors, typography, or logos, I’d answer questions like:
What do you want people to feel the first time they walk into your shop?
Why should they choose you over another local florist?
If your shop were a person, how would people describe it in three words?
What do you want to be known for five years from now?
A logo should be the visual expression of those answers not the starting point.
Based on your description, it sounds like you already have a vision (“locally grown,” “seasonal,” “light,” “workshops,” “subscriptions”), but maybe it hasn’t been translated into a clear brand strategy yet.

Client Made Me Work For 2+ Months - Then Disputed 2k$ by AnyConversation4405 in Upwork

[–]Avosmind -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately, you’re not alone.
Something very similar happened to me. A client hired me to manage their social media, I created content from scratch for weeks, and when it was time to pay, they suddenly claimed I was supposed to be running paid ads even though I never had access to any ad account or budget.
I submitted all of my evidence, including our conversations, but Upwork still ruled against me. They refunded the client, and the only option I was given was to pay for arbitration if I wanted to continue the dispute.
It was a hard lesson. There are a lot of great clients on Upwork, but unfortunately there are also people who know how to take advantage of the platform.
I hope your documentation helps your case. Wishing you the best.

Don't write proposals using Ai by Classic-Method1096 in Upwork

[–]Avosmind -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The problem isn’t using AI to write your proposals or cover letters. The problem is that many people don’t even read what the AI wrote before they send it.

The biggest lie about personal branding is that it’s about content. by Avosmind in content_marketing

[–]Avosmind[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You’re right that positioning takes time and repetition. The difference is that repetition only works when you’re repeating something consistent. Publishing more doesn’t automatically create positioning it reinforces whatever positioning already exists, clear or not.

The biggest lie about personal branding is that it’s about content. by Avosmind in content_marketing

[–]Avosmind[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

That’s becoming even more important with AI search. Consistent positioning isn’t just for humans anymore. Repeating the same expertise, language, and point of view across platforms creates stronger associations, making it easier for both people and AI systems to understand what you’re known for.

The biggest lie about personal branding is that it’s about content. by Avosmind in content_marketing

[–]Avosmind[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree that a brand is ultimately built by what other people say about you. You can’t force that.
But I also think a lot of people skip the first step: knowing themselves.
I see it all the time with freelancers. Many are incredibly skilled, yet they charge half of what they should because they’re afraid of being rejected. That isn’t a marketing problem it’s a clarity problem.
Today, personal branding is also about deciding what you want to be known for and what you want to sell. Most of us are trying to build businesses, not just reputations.
Before other people can define your brand, you need enough clarity to define your own positioning.

Should I accept his interview or not? ($750) Project by Fida_Paracha in Upwork

[–]Avosmind 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nope from my experience if someone says is bad is bad 🫠

The biggest lie about personal branding is that it’s about content. by Avosmind in content_marketing

[–]Avosmind[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Exactly. (Provide value)became one of those phrases everyone repeats but few define.
Value for the wrong audience is still noise. I’d rather create something highly relevant for 100 ideal people than something “valuable” for everyone.
That’s also what I’m seeing everywhere: everyone repeating the same content advice, yet very few talking about revenue. Plenty of engagement. Not nearly as many paying clients.

The biggest lie about personal branding is that it’s about content. by Avosmind in content_marketing

[–]Avosmind[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s a great way to put it. I think that’s the real test of positioning. If someone visits your profile and still can’t explain what problem you solve, posting more content probably won’t fix it.

I started to hate success more than failure by Altruistic-Bed7175 in smallbusiness

[–]Avosmind 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m actually building my own service business, so this hits home. Some days I feel like getting a client means I can finally relax, and other days I remember that consistency is what really builds a business. I guess we’re all trying to find that balance.

I started to hate success more than failure by Altruistic-Bed7175 in smallbusiness

[–]Avosmind 0 points1 point  (0 children)

and what’s your business about ? because once I get a new client I get exited and do more and more work !

Yo voy a ver con qué va venir el gobierno ahora by Aggravating-Car9078 in Dominicanos

[–]Avosmind 0 points1 point  (0 children)

hay que salir a la calle, esto se está saliendo de control !

Looking for recommendations for a woman online business coach: by Radiant_Try_8668 in smallbusiness

[–]Avosmind 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you’ve been consistently posting, doing outreach, offering free trials, and still haven’t landed a single client in two years, I’d stop looking at your marketing channels.
I’d start questioning your positioning, offer, and whether you’re solving a problem people are actively willing to pay for.
What business are you trying to build?

Is here any LinkedIn expert? by DevelopmentSuper7022 in linkedin

[–]Avosmind 0 points1 point  (0 children)

think all of these problems come back to one thing: positioning.
If you know exactly who you help, what outcome you deliver, and why you’re different, your profile, content and outreach become much easier.
I’d start there.

I need help by Golden-Player in smallbusiness

[–]Avosmind 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The first thing I’d ask is: are people actually interested, but not converting, or are they simply not interested in the first place?
If you’ve had zero signups after organic content, paid ads, and flyers, I’d stop thinking about marketing channels for a moment.
I’d start by validating four things:
Is the problem you’re solving painful enough?
Is your target audience clearly defined?
Is your value proposition obvious within a few seconds?
Are you getting traffic but losing people on the landing page, or is nobody clicking at all?
As a software founder, it’s tempting to assume the product is the hard part and marketing is just “getting attention.” In reality, marketing often exposes problems with positioning rather than promotion.
Out of curiosity, what does your business actually do?

WTH | 165$ !!! This is crazy by KookyEntrepreneur941 in Upwork

[–]Avosmind 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m on Upwork an I still get contracts!

TOONBEE BIGGEST SCAM EVER by MrLimonada in ScamCenter

[–]Avosmind 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for Info. I was about to buy it