The society we live in is teemed with designs in both the print and web forms. Ever wondered why your competitors are able to grab greater attention? I believe, it’s their distinctive design that has made them popular and trustworthy for customers. Managing employees, ensuring product quality, delivering customer satisfaction… phew! You already have a lot of challenges with limited time and resources to get it all done. Let us save you from that headache and waste of energy. The results of Gallup and Wells Fargo’s study have revealed two main concerns faced by SMBs: 1. Targeting new customers, and 2. Marketing their businesses.
However, social media networks have facilitated these companies in fulfilling their goals. The survey findings showed that 600 small business owners have been successful in achieving their organizational objectives through social networking channels. The top four reasons to embrace social media were (a) connecting with customers (78%), (b) marketing and promotion (72%), (c) building online reputation (72%) and, (d) advertising (69%). As social media has begun to achieve rapid growth small businesses are seriously in love with Twitter.
Another research conducted by Nielsen revealed that almost 80% of SMBs recommend and use Twitter for the expansion of their businesses. Hashtagging has become a new trend on Twitter, helping small businesses to easily get their hands on some tips from the experts. At the same time, designers can increase their reach to more businesses through hashtags.
Here, we have listed designer hashtags that can play an important role in improving your design sense as a Small Business owner. They will immensely help SMBs outreach their customers with a mature design approach and attractive branding. After all, as we said earlier, a good design plays an important role to increase the demand of your product.
Design Hashtag 1: #clientfromhell
Clients are the key factor for business success. However, their demands can be terrible at times. With these hilariously-awful experiences with clients, some professionals air their frustrations on social networks. Trust me, you are allowed to vent your exasperation, too, at times! LOL
(((ACRYLIC))) RT @itsRGP: #ClientFromHell pic.twitter.com/QrYWK6G6Zq
— Ary Mozta (@AryMozta) March 5, 2014
If people treated #doctors like #designers http://t.co/nsD5cVUsEq via @imgur #web #graphic #design #clientfromhell
— Ivan Jovanić (@ivanjovanic) June 20, 2014
Design Hashtag 2: #Designerproblems
Choosing the right design for business isn’t really a piece of cake; it does require some creative thinking. Choosing the right typeface and color palette can often get on your nerves. This hashtag can help you find designer problems and their possible solutions. With attention to detail, you can avoid repeating these mistakes.
#designerproblems can’t find what you want …. just build it pic.twitter.com/C9K0ie4Bws
— Creating Atmosphere (@atmosphereomaha) January 29, 2015
Does a pig have to be pink in an illustration?
…didn’t include pink in the color palette/illustration style guide. #designerproblems
— Cat Noone (@imcatnoone) January 28, 2015
Design Hashtag 3: # Designerd
You spent the whole night designing that logo, but it didn’t turnout the way you were hoping for. Don’t give up yet! These Designerds can help you fix it. A better typography with unique graphics can be helpful to workout things easily.
Understanding #typography.
Did this yesterday while trying to figure out stuffs. #designerd #YoureWelcome pic.twitter.com/0WcZ9a6svY
— Gisselle! (@Lemmings_182) January 8, 2015
Interesting that they used Helvetica for the titles for “Friday the 13th”! #typography #designerd pic.twitter.com/ntBnMjfeo9
— Chris L (@machinehuman) December 11, 2014
Design Hashtag 4: #CreativeDaily
If you want to get the attention, make sure the business design represents the brand distinctively. For that you need to be creative with ideas. Try try try… until you succeed! Play with colors, change the background, add an image, and make sure it turns out the best. Use this hashtag to create a brand mark that stands out, without falling for the logo design taboos.
Playing with new backgrounds make think which one is better stripes or dots. Today #creativedaily is #stripesordo… pic.twitter.com/aD89ZTIZSb
— Pelhuaz (@pelhuaz) January 19, 2015
#creativedaily I made this solar system design yesterday & I’m thinking about printing i… http://t.co/tUhHKsavBf pic.twitter.com/ItUYYRW2w6
— Krmbal (@KrmbalClothing) January 16, 2015
Design Hashtag 5: #creativitymatters
Designing your company website or logos might seem like an easy job. Although, it can be a simple process, but requires a lot of effort. It includes trillions of iterations, trying different styles, textures and colors; in short, being creative because it matters! Get inspired by cool ideas and create your own custom design with innovation.
A Fantastic Look At The Logo Design Process by Aaron Draplin #design #art #logodesign #creativitymatters http://t.co/fis39bgEaT
— Hipocrates (@Breakr_) December 11, 2014
Don’t give up! RT @Swizzymack: just don’t stop creating. #creativitymatters pic.twitter.com/Y3CTXl9asv
— Beanz (@PlutonicGroupUK) January 26, 2015
Design Hashtag 6: #logodesign
We have already said enough about how important your logo is for the brand. You need to make sure it stands out from the logos of your competitors. Look out for expert advice, get the right feedback and utilize it for the perfect design.
Top 4 #LogoDesign Tips To Create a Timeless Logo http://t.co/FEeNsPhnxJ @designhilldh pic.twitter.com/qFylAWLD4Q
— Designhill (@Designhilldh) February 9, 2015
An example of a logo that is instantly recognisable. Branding is so important for your business #logodesign pic.twitter.com/xuQ3E8SCAV
— Metachick Marketing (@MetaChick1) February 9, 2015
Design Hashtag 7: #Thedesigntip
I am sure you must have created an amazing design with your creative skills. But, honestly there’s always some scope for improvement. You can also get on the right track easily with somebody to guide. Design tips from professionals, with your own creative mind, can be cherry on top!
A little typography piece I created for my super sister & brother-in-law. #thedesigntip #goodtype #stoked pic.twitter.com/4vaBKODcLK
— PØLR CREATIVE (@POLRCREATIVE) January 24, 2015
Design Hashtag 8: #Designthinking
You really need to think out of the box to get it right. This is another important hashtag that can help you browse innovative ideas. You don’t need to hire an expensive designer, design it yourself with some ideas to inspire you and boost your thinking process.
“We need a variety of designers, not only craftsmen” -Don Norman (at the IxDA education summit) #ixd15 #designthinking @jnd1er
— Olga T Dotter (@olga_t) February 8, 2015
Design thinking for service learning and 21st century education #designthinking #education http://t.co/anLcP98weB pic.twitter.com/tpHhJgIBmr
— Design Thinking ABQ (@DT_ABQ) February 8, 2015
Design Hashtag 9: #artsdigital
There is a lot of difference between a website or logo designed by an expert and one made by a beginner. But, considering some important factors you can get on the right direction. This can be a useful hashtag to get some amazing information over social media.
Some #wip #artwork #drawing #sketch #DailySketch #ArtisticTuesday #artist #artwork #graphite #sketchbook #digitalart #ArtsDigital #dragons pic.twitter.com/CL9OZPtO0h
— Kasey May (@KaseyKMay) March 14, 2017
What do the social infrastructures of our future look like? Follow #unMonSummit http://t.co/SXspa7RsPa launching @transmediale #artsdigital
— Arts Council England (@ace_national) January 30, 2015
Design Hashtag 10: #Typism
Few companies have designed their logos in such a way that embodies them. However, some still skimp on creating this essential identity piece. Use type with a twist and make it distinctive, add an illustration of a brush to your logo or incorporate an abstract graphic symbol. All these can help you create an outstanding logo. But, if you are still struggling to figure out how to get a perfect one let this hashtag help you to find some astonishing ideas!
Candela
#lettering #letras #tipografia #typism #goodtypetuesday #dailytype #customlettering pic.twitter.com/HROl052nJL
— Jo Mack (@iMapache) February 3, 2015
Work published in an Australian Typography book #Typism pic.twitter.com/p6isRdQ4Z3
— Marcelo Schultz (@schultzdzn) January 14, 2014
I am sure you want to get the job done quickly and with little or no fuss. So, go ahead check out these hashtags and spend your dollars wisely.
