A brand is more than just a logo. Branding is the image a company presents to the public. It colours all interactions, all marketing, and all user expectations. In many ways, branding is defined by people’s perceptions as much as it is by what your company produces or the service you provide. In other words, branding is critical to the success of every company and is involved in all aspects of a business. The following 8 principles are a guide to effectively design your brand and take your business to the next level. Here are 8 proven brand design principles for startups to follow: