Welcome to the Blog

Hello, and welcome to the blog! My name is Janel Gion and I am a branding, food and lifestyle portrait photographer and brand expert and web designer based in Sandpoint, Idaho. I hope you enjoy viewing some of my latest work and articles sharing all the things I’ve learned working in the creative marketing space and find here that completely inspires you! I love making new friends, so don't be afraid to reach out and say hello!

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Elevate Your Business: Why Your Business Needs a Domain Email Address

In today's digital age, a professional online presence is essential for any business looking to succeed. One key aspect of this is having a domain email address. While it may seem like a small detail, the impact of using a domain email address versus a generic one (like @gmail.com or @yahoo.com) can be significant. In this blog post, we'll explore in detail the risks, benefits, and opportunities of having a domain email address for your business.

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A Brand Audit: Your Business Nutrition Plan

As a creative director, I often see business owners approaching branding as a surface-level exercise in aesthetics. However, branding is much more than just choosing the right colors and fonts. A brand is a holistic expression of a company's values, mission, and identity, and as such, it has the power to shape a business’ long-term health and success.

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Top 5 Reasons to DIY Your First Website From a Professional Website Designer

As a new business owner, you may have dreams of hiring an experienced designer to create your website, but not the budget to make it happen. When you’re just starting out in your business, making smart and budgeted decisions is vital to starting off in the black from the the get go! (Trust me! I’ve learned the hard way and I’m here to teach you how to avoid that!)

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