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I Can Do It Myself.

There’s a children’s song of the same name, and the lyrics encourage kids to be independent but still knowing it’s okay to ask for help.

It’s a great message.

Asking for help is part of what every entrepreneur must learn to do as well.

We can’t do it all ourselves.

We can try, and sometimes we can even make some headway.

But the effort and time to do so can make for problems.

Why not “delegate” to the experts that can do it for you?

Taxes.

Content.

Web and app development.

IT.

And yes, graphic design.

(If I had a dollar every time someone told me that they could do it themselves, I’d be a rich man.)

As with all of the above, it probably costs less than you think, has a better outcome than you’d get from your own efforts, and allows you the time to do your mission critical work.

So sing along with me, “I can do it myself but, it’s also okay to ask for help.”

Do you ask for help?

7/25 - Culinarians Day

Gold² Creative would like to thank all of the excellent chefs, cooks and restaurateurs keeping the Long Island and New York tri-state community fed. An imperative part of any successful eatery is the menu.

Here are three tricks to keep in mind when designing a menu.

1. Keep it Concise - Deciding what to eat is never easy, especially with so many excellent options! Having a smaller menu will not only save on cost it will also guide patrons to making a quicker selection

2. Delicious Descriptions - Having an enticing food description should not only provide a list of ingredients but also have the patrons mouths watering.

3. Fantastic Photos - Food photography can be tricky. It's important to ensure that the food looks just as amazing as it will taste.

Share with us some of your favorite Long Island and NY tri-state eateries!

Need help showing your culinary delights off? Give us a call 631-805-4634

Is Package Design Important?

Studies show customers are willing to pay more when a product is delivered in a premium package. Whether the product be clothing, jewelry or even printed material the vessel in which it's delivered can speak volumes!

Here are three simple tips to consider for excellent packaging.

1. Clear Branding - The company name/logo should be the first thing the eye catches.

2. Functionality - An easy way to save cost on packaging, is to have one package fit all functions, including mail.

3. User Friendly - It's easy to get carried away with creative ideas. However, sometimes simple is best. As important as great packaging is, ultimately the product inside is the desired prize.

Gold² Creative has limitless creative, functional and cost effective packaging solutions to help our clients thrive!

It's not easy being in my head! Do you overthink?

Gold2 Creative updated their phone number.

Gold2 Creative updated their phone number.

Sometimes all you need is bold type as your graphic and a catchy headline to get eyes on your message. This was created for my clothing designer client Gabrielle Carlson who happens to have beautiful creations!
Need help getting your message across? Give us a shout: 631-243-5960 / 631-805-4634 / [email protected]

Not sure where to go for your marketing and graphics? Give us a shout!

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I'm thankful I don't have too many of these!

Gold2 Creative updated their address.

Gold2 Creative updated their address.

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Stand Out From the Competition

Good design sells! What is your opinion on this?

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Be Specific

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Personal Branding at It's Best

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I normally do not advertise promo items, but I saw these imprinted vaccination card covers and thought they were a pretty good idea especially for people in the insurance, health, and elder law professions. I, like many of us, are itching to move on and hopefully masks will be a thing of the past soon - but we will need to keep and protect our cards! Give me a ring or shoot me an email if interested!
Bennet: 631-243-5960 / [email protected]
www.gold2creative.com

It's that time again for Friday F%*k Ups!

It's not often I'm at a loss for words, but this one almost left me speechless! You would think someone would've painted an "O" over the "I", or could this be the actual name of the school? Would you send your children there?

I for one enjoy crab, but - I have my limits when they talk back!
Take that extra minute to proof your message, and if you're not sure of the spelling . . . the dictionary helps : )

The truth!

How true this is!

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Let's talk sales.

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