R & D Brands

17/07/2017

Talk to us today about how we can get your brand looking great! 😎

[email protected]
www.rdbrands.co.za

14/07/2017

Restore the meaning with R&D

06/06/2017

Coffee for the win this Tuesday!
http://www.thedieline.com/blog/2017/5/18/aha-dear-coffee

mousegraphics designed the adorable packaging for the AHA Dear Coffee Series.

24/05/2017

We're loving Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory PG's new packaging for their premium collection!

http://www.thedieline.com/blog/2017/5/16/rocky-mountain-chocolate-boxed

They say good things come in little packages but maybe the same is true of triangular ones. Wedge & Lever designed this sleek packaging for Rocky Mountain Chocolate’s premium chocolate collection, making these a great gift to give and receive!

10/05/2017

you a small to medium sized business? Read this great article by Donut - Start-up and SME resources on why a strategically directed brand is important for you.

11/04/2017

Thinking about revamping your logo? Here's some things to bear in mind; another great article from Entrepreneur. Talk to us today.

https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/71902

With a well-designed logo, potential clients can instantly discover how your business can serve them.

29/03/2017

We get asked a lot about what it is that we actually do; "What's the difference between a Brand Specialist Agency, and a Marketing Agency?" "Isn't it just my logo?" Well, yes your logo is part of your brand. But it's so much more.

We found a rather good explanation on Entrepreneur.com on what constitutes a Brand - and the various aspects you need to think about in the creation and development of your Brand. It's a must-read!

"An effective brand strategy gives you a major edge in increasingly competitive markets. But what exactly does "branding" mean? Simply put, your brand is your promise to your customer. It tells them what they can expect from your products and services, and it differentiates your offering from that of your competitors. Your brand is derived from who you are, who you want to be and who people perceive you to be..."

Read more below:

https://www.entrepreneur.com/encyclopedia/branding

The marketing practice of creating a name, symbol or design that identifies and differentiates a product from other products - Small Business Encyclopedia

13/01/2017

IT’S FRIDAY! The 13th. Oh well, at least it’s Friday. Your top Google Search for this ominous day is ESPN’s Cricinfo where the Sri Lankan Cricket team is looking very lackluster after a fruitless performance at Wanderers begging the question “Where is the passion, Sri Lanka?”. Following Cricinfo is Friday the 13th where there will be 2 this year, and for people with Paraskavedekatriaphobia — two is more than enough and Real Madrid who set a new Spanish record - 40 matches unbeaten.

The for the day is , and .

What is your for the day?

12/01/2017

51 years ago today, a series debuted on ABC-TV, kicking off a following that has attained almost cult-like status. We are, of course, talking about Batman!

12/01/2017

1 more day till Friday!! What are you planning for the weekend? Southampton did not capitalize on a clearly weaker Liverpool team, making this your top Google Search. Following Liverpool’s dismal performance is ANC Women’s League president and Social Development Minister Bathabile Dlamini was allegedly drunk at a party event and prompted an extraordinary rant and Luis Suarex scores his 100th goal for Barcelona when they reached the Copa del Rey quarter-finals with a victory over Athletic Bilbao.

The for the day is , and .

What is your for the day?

11/01/2017

Half way to Friday but the trend front is pretty average. Your number 1 Google Search is Manchester United where Jose Mourinho stated that the rival match this weekend against Liverpool will “not be a visit to the theatre”. Morgan Deane, estranged wife of Graeme Smith, is still in South Africa illegally and millions of kids around South Africa is flocking back to school.

The for the day is , and .

What is your for the day?

10/01/2017

Its a pretty average day in the land of trends. Your top Google Search is FNB where a angry customer has taken to the streets with a banner on a Johannesburg bridge stating “Flippin Negligent Bankers”. This is followed by National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) and that the application process should not have a closing date and the NSFAS should consider offering indigent matriculants full bursaries and not loans. Lastly we see La La Land in your top 3 where director Damien Chazelle explains that no one in Hollywood wanted to make La La Land.

The for the day is , and .

What is your for the day?

09/01/2017

It’s Monday and everyone is officially back at work for 2017. A new record was set last night at the Golden Globe Awards where “La La Land” received a staggering 7 awards making it your top Google Search. Barcelona’s Lionel Messi has become the leading goal scorer in La Liga with 13 goals and a look inside Black Coffee and Enhle’s wedding takes your number 2 and 3 spots.

The for the day is , and .

What is your for the day?

06/01/2017

It might be “TGIF” but the Google Search Trend front is not doing too well. First up is Jub Jub released on parole after only serving 4 years. Jub Jub was sentenced to only 8 years in prison in 2012 for vehicular manslaughter of 4 school children while drag racing under the influence of illegal substances. Second on the list belongs to the Colorado Department of Higher Education where they have requested a budget increase of $20.5 million for the 2017-18 fiscal year. Lastly, Kyle Abbot has announced that he will be leaving South African Cricket after signing a 4 year deal with English country side Hampshire.

The for the day is , and .

What is your for the day?

05/01/2017

A great day for the South African education system according to your top Google Search. The Class of 2016 was the largest group in history to write the National Senior Certificate Matric exams. This is followed by Chelsea Football Club’s 13-match record-equalling Premier League winning streak ended by Tottenham Hotspur 2-0 and Real Madrid extending their unbeaten run of 38 matches in all competitions.

The for the day is , and .

What is your for the day?

04/01/2017

HAPPY NEW YEARS!!!! We at R+D Brands and BTTL Studios wishes a prosperous new year. Your top Google Search for today is Arsenal where they made a terrific comeback from being 3-0 down to Bournemouth. On new years day 30 FNB safety deposit boxes were stolen followed by Star Trek: Discovery and why it belongs on CBS All Access.

The for the day is , and .

What is your for the day?

30/12/2016

One day to go to New Years Eve and the Trend front is pretty ordinary. Your top search is Alexis Ohanian, Reddit Co-Founder, engaged to tennis superstar Serena Williams and the 10 Things to Know about him. Debbie Reynolds comes in next with the Family of Reynolds and Carrie Fisher planning a joint memorial service and Matric Results for South Africa 2016.

The for the day is , and .

What is your for the day?

29/12/2016

Today’s Google Trends seems to be the best day so far this week. Top of the list is notorious criminal and escape artists Ananias Mathe passes away after a short illness. 2nd on the list is Liverpool’s face-off with Manchester City promising to live up to the hype surrounding the game and Hattech’s CEO pleading that he is not racist after a major racist comment.

The for the day is , and .

What is your for the day?

28/12/2016

2016 keeps throwing us haymakers. When will it end? 2 more blows landed yesterday with today’s top Google Search being one of them, the passing of Star War’s actress, Carrie Fisher, from a massive heart attack. She was 60 years old. This is followed by the passing of Actor and Comedian, Ricky Harris at 54 and the passing of notorious prison escape artist Ananias Mathe.

The for the day is , and .

What is your for the day?

27/12/2016

Happy Holidays to all from BTTL Studios and R+D Brands. Unfortunately the holidays have been marred once again by the Grim Reaper. On Christmas Day, George Michael passed away at the age of 53 from heart failure. This is unfortunately your top Google Search followed by Sri Lankan cricket’s dramatic return to top form in 2016 and Arsenal late win against West Bromwich.

The for the day is , and .

What is your for the day?

21/12/2016

And the NOPE! day continues as the top Google Search is once again Berlin as UK Police is on high alert following the Berlin Christmas market attack followed by Liverpool where Sadio Mane is confident that Liverpool will cope without him as he leaves to represent Senegal at the African Nations Cup and the assassination of the Russian Ambassador and why it won't start a new war.

The for the day is , and .

What is your for the day?

20/12/2016

NOPE! Tuesday is not starting off well with the top Google search where a truck ploughs through a Berlin Christmas Market crowd where at least 12 people have been killed and another 48 injured. Liverpool comes in next with a “last-gasp” 1-0 win over Everton and the Russian Ambassador assassinated in Turkey.

The for the day is , and .

What is your for the day?

19/12/2016

It might be Monday but its a massive YEA! Day with most people on vaykay. It might be vacation time but we at the BTTL Studios and R+D Offices strive to bring you your daily Google Search and report. Top Google Search today is Real Madrid where Cristiano Ronaldo clutched a victory with a stunning Hat Trick to beat Kashima Antlers 4 - 2. Your top search is followed by Miss World 2016 winner, Stephanie Del Valle of Puerto Rico and the death of Zsa Zsa Gabor at age 99.

The for the day is , and .

What is your for the day?

15/12/2016

YEA! Day. Tomorrow is a public holiday and Manchester United gets a late win last night over Crystal Palace which is the top Google Search followed by the remembrance of Growing Pains star Alan Thicke by Leonardo DiCaprio and Robin Thicke and Liverpool’s manager, Jurgen Klopp, backing Loris Karius as Liverpool’s long term goalkeeper.

The for the day is , and .

What is your for the day?

14/12/2016

Another sad day in 2016. WHY 2016, WHY?!?! Growing Pains star Alan Thicke passes away from a heart attack making it the top Google Search followed by Trevor Noah’s interview with President Barack Obama and Minnie Dlamini’s Engagement.

The for the day is , and .

What is your for the day?

13/12/2016

For a Tuesday its pretty Meh… on the Google Search side has Arsenal being the top search with having to face Bayern Munich is the last 16 of the UEFA Champions League, Minnie Dlamini and Ballon D Or following with the 2nd and 3rd spots.

The for the day is , and .

What is your for the day?

12/12/2016

Typical Monday. Mamelodi Sundowns gets knocked out of the Fifa Club World Cup, a match that they were dominating but could not find the net, which is the top Google Search today followed by X Factor UK 2016 and Chelsea.

The for the day is , and .

What is your for the day?

09/12/2016

It’s FRIDAY!!! It might be raining here in Cape Town but your Social Trends are HOT!!! Manchester United tops the Social Searches followed by Lotto Results and Justin Bieber.

The for the day is , and .

What is your for the day?