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Kleenex\u00ae will always face competition. From challengers, private labels, paper towels and shirtsleeves alike. The new visual identity provides the confidence, clarity and consistency they need to reign.\u00a0 \u2026 Turner Duckworth<\/em><\/p>\n

Identity as Currency<\/strong><\/h4>\n

When Kleenex unveiled its new visual identity<\/a> for its 100th anniversary, they weren\u2019t just updating a logo, they were reinforcing the fundamental truth that separates enduring brands from fleeting ones: Identity is everything.<\/p>\n

At the highest echelons of business, this isn\u2019t just understood; it\u2019s gospel. The look makes the name. It gives the name power. It makes the company\u2019s products meaningful, personal and special. As I recently wrote in Brand Heartache: When Logo Changes Break Hearts<\/a>, identity is a visual anchor that embeds itself far deeper in our consciousness than the products themselves. We might reach for a Kleenex tissue countless times, but it\u2019s their iconic logo that burns into our memory, creating that instantaneous recognition that transforms a product into a brand.<\/p>\n

Like any currency, an identity\u2019s value depends on its ability to remain current while maintaining trust. Kleenex\u2019s evolution proves this perfectly \u2013 they\u2019ve invested in refreshing their visual currency while preserving the equity that makes their brand instantly recognizable worldwide. In today\u2019s market, dated or stagnant identities depreciate rapidly, while fresh, evolving designs appreciate in value, building deeper connections with every consumer interaction.<\/p>\n

Identity as Investment<\/strong><\/h4>\n

For service-based businesses, identity isn\u2019t optional \u2013 it\u2019s existential.<\/p>\n

Unlike consumer products that occupy physical space in homes and daily routines, service businesses must build their market presence on intangible promises. While many default to personal branding, relying on headshots and personality to carry their market presence, this approach alone lacks staying power. However, when backed by a strong identity system, personal branding can be transformed into a lasting market presence.<\/p>\n

In today\u2019s crowded marketplace, a thoughtfully designed identity is often the only element with enough gravitational pull to anchor itself in people\u2019s minds and remain there, long after social posts fade and personal connections dim.<\/p>\n

This reality makes identity the foundation of brand success. When clients can\u2019t experience your service before purchase or interact with it long after completion, your visual identity becomes the critical vehicle for establishing lasting brand value \u2013 a persistent reminder of the trust, expertise, and credibility that keeps you relevant in their minds.<\/p>\n

This is why fintech startups such as Stripe ($4M in 2016), Chime ($3.5M), and Better ($5M) invested so heavily in their identity systems. It\u2019s why law firms treat their visual brand as crucial infrastructure. In the digital marketplace, where services compete for attention without the staying power of a product, a powerful identity system is the investment that will yield perpetual returns.<\/p>\n

Identity as Science<\/strong><\/h4>\n

As part of my ongoing fascination with neuroscience and its correlation with branding, and in anticipation of neuroscience Ph.D. Matt Johnson\u2019s presentation at our April event (and after reading his book Branding that Means Business<\/em>), I\u2019ve been further exploring how modern brain science reinforces this investment thesis.<\/p>\n

For example, MIT research<\/a> has shown humans process visual information in as little as 13 milliseconds, while attention spans in digital environments average just 8 seconds. This compressed cognitive window means identity systems (aka your logos) face literal biological deadlines \u2013 they must create impact at the speed of instinct or face immediate irrelevance in the viewer\u2019s mind.<\/p>\n

In this brief moment, effective identity design must trigger recognition, convey trust and perceived value, all before conscious processing begins. This biological reality transforms every touchpoint \u2013 from yard signs to business cards to social posts \u2013 into a high-stakes race against human perception.<\/p>\n

Identity as Leadership<\/strong><\/h4>\n

What separates great brands is their understanding that identity isn\u2019t just what you show, it\u2019s who you are at your core.<\/p>\n

Kleenex exemplified that. Their rebrand was not a mere refresh, it was a statement of purpose for their next hundred years. In tandem, Keyes Company demonstrates this same understanding as they approach their own centennial. Their recent brand refresh<\/a> wasn\u2019t just about updating visuals \u2013 it was about honoring a century of community connection. By drawing inspiration from their original 1920s logo while introducing contemporary elements, they proved that evolution can strengthen rather than sacrifice heritage. Their process shows how great brands approach identity: as a bridge between legacy and future promise.<\/p>\n

To truly honor your logo, you must view it as a physical manifestation of what lies at the core of your value proposition \u2013 your beliefs, values, mission, and promise. Maintaining and evolving it isn\u2019t a marketing requirement or act of self-gratification, it\u2019s the clearest expression of your commitment to your own desire for excellence.<\/p>\n

The future belongs to brands who understand that a powerful identity system isn\u2019t a cost, it\u2019s the foundation of market leadership. Successful brands recognize that identity shapes perception, builds trust, and drives growth.<\/p>\n

What it Takes to Reign<\/strong><\/h4>\n

As you prepare for 2025, audit and test your identity. If an evolution is required, proceed with purpose. This is nothing to sneeze at. Because in today\u2019s attention economy, the way you present yourself to the world isn\u2019t just how you compete \u2013 it\u2019s how you lead.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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