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Your brand values are louder than your mission statement

Published 4 months ago • 3 min read

Hey Reader,

Lately I’ve been noticing how our brand values show up in places we don’t always expect.

It hit me again when I accepted a LinkedIn request and immediately got a sales pitch. It reminded me of a time when I was advised to try something similar. I was reaching out to a few ideal clients with helpful website tips. My intentions were good, but it still felt strange to pop into someone’s inbox when we didn’t know each other.

I kept thinking, “This just doesn’t feel like me.” After a few weeks, I realized it wasn’t fear or overthinking. It was misalignment. Cold outreach is simply not how I want to connect with people.

So I shifted. I started reaching out to conferences and summits instead. Teaching and helping practice owners understand online marketing is something that has always felt natural. Going back to that reminded me of one of Tracy Mak Studio's core values: Radical Clarity. We educate and guide without fear or being overly techy. We use clear, confident direction to empower practice owners.

Your values are not just statements you include in your About Us page and call it a day. It guides all of your decisions for your business. Here are some ideas to make sure your values are aligned with your actions:

  • Brand Experience & Strategy: Use values to guide decision-making when you feel stuck
  • Design & Visuals: Reflect your values through visual choices like color, imagery, and typography
  • Content & Messaging: Share client stories or testimonials that reflect your values in action​
  • Client Relationships & Culture: Use values to set boundaries or expectations in client work
  • Community & Impact: Host events or workshops that reflect your deeper mission​

❓ What are your values? What are some ways you showcase your values? Reply to this email and let me know!

Values are an important part of our brand strategy work before we start designing. You can read more about our strategic web design process here: Web Design Services​

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