Brand Value
I write about a range of different things. From design, to technology and workflows, all the way over and around Neurodivergence. I hope you find these articles useful.
James Kindred
Creative Consultant for Brands
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Sorry, your idea is worthless…
October 24 2025
Ideas are worthless until you act on them. This post explores why action matters more than inspiration — and how brand strategy can help turn a spark of an idea into something real, believable, and worth building.
When It’s Time to Re-Brand
October 21 2025
Is it time to re-brand? Most of the time, probably not. Let's explore the difference between re-branding and evolving your existing brand.
The Machines That Make the Makers
October 11 2025
Generative AI mirrors past leaps like the printing press and desktop publishing, opening creative access while challenging brands to maintain consistency, and purpose in an age of instant creation.
Community as a Brand Strategy
October 7 2025
Community isn’t a tactic — it’s your brand’s backbone. Learn how to build genuine belonging around purpose, not product.
The Gift of Tangents: Why Divergent Thinking Builds Stronger Brands
September 29 2025
Divergent thinking turns tangents into brand advantage. Learn how sideways leaps spark originality and stronger strategies.
Let’s talk tartan.
March 11 2025
I've been doing a real deep dive into tartan in the last couple of weeks in preparation for a new brand I'm working on for a client.
The Age of Authenticity: Human-Centric Storytelling in Branding
March 2 2025
While the machines and the tech bros fight over the homogenisation of data, humans still need to feel connected and appealed to.
The DIY Brand Playbook
November 28 2023
Good news! I'm here to tell you creating a brand playbook is much simpler and more budget-friendly than you might expect.
Why your domain name is a valuable asset to your brand.
November 21 2023
Have you ever thought about how crucial your domain name is for your business, regardless of its size? In simple terms, a domain name is your website’s address on the internet.