Planning for Tariffs: How Small Businesses Can Thrive Amid Economic Shifts
Hailey Yost Hailey Yost

Planning for Tariffs: How Small Businesses Can Thrive Amid Economic Shifts

With proposed tariffs—including a universal 10-20% on imports and an additional 60-100% on goods from China—set to impact key categories like apparel, toys, furniture, and travel goods, brands must prepare for the likelihood of these changes being implemented in the near future. While these shifts may feel daunting, they also present a unique opportunity for brands to stand out.

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5 Things to Focus on in Q1 to Kickstart Your Business Growth
Hailey Yost Hailey Yost

5 Things to Focus on in Q1 to Kickstart Your Business Growth

The start of a new year is the perfect time to set intentions and take actionable steps toward growing your business. Whether 2024 was a whirlwind or a triumph (or maybe a little of both), Q1 offers a clean slate to evaluate, refine, and get ahead. Here are five things to focus on this quarter to kickstart the year ahead.

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Why Now is the Perfect Time to Plan for Next Year’s Success
Hailey Yost Hailey Yost

Why Now is the Perfect Time to Plan for Next Year’s Success

Let’s be real: as the year wraps up, it’s easy to stay in “just-get-it-done” mode. But if you want your brand to crush it next year, now’s the time to hit pause and start planning. Taking a little time now to map out your strategy will save you from scrambling later—and put you ahead of the competition. Here’s how to make it happen.

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A Brand Refresh Three Years in the Making
Ellie McNevin Ellie McNevin

A Brand Refresh Three Years in the Making

We are constantly consulting brands on their visual representation, positioning, and messaging, but rarely do we have time to focus on our own brand. Now, three years into running Birdie, we are thrilled to unveil our new brand design that represents all that we’ve been working towards during this time — a reflection of how far we’ve come and where we’re headed as a full-service PR and marketing agency.

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5 Non-Alcoholic Drink Brands Our Team is Loving
Ellie McNevin Ellie McNevin

5 Non-Alcoholic Drink Brands Our Team is Loving

After a long day at work, nothing sounds better than unwinding with a glass of wine. But as a parent with two little ones running around, indulging in that glass often means I'll be struggling to make it to bedtime. I’ve found that what I really need is a special drink that lets me relax without putting me to sleep. So, I’ve asked our team to share their favorite non-alcoholic beverages that make for the perfect end-of-day treat.

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Prep Work Pays Off: Why R&D is a Brand's Best Friend
Ellie McNevin Ellie McNevin

Prep Work Pays Off: Why R&D is a Brand's Best Friend

Launching a new brand or evolving an existing one is a monumental task, similar to making a big move to a new city. Nicole, the head of marketing at The Birdie Agency, recently experienced this firsthand when she moved from London to the U.S... If Nicole had just packed up her family, hopped on a plane, and arrived without organizing housing, schools, cars, etc., she would have faced chaos and frustration. In the world of PR and marketing, skipping foundational steps can lead to similar outcomes…

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