I read it and realised I had read it before. And before that. And somewhere else too. Literally it was identical to dozens of others I’ve been sent. Different business, same words, same phrases, same “clever” sentences. 

This year, I was honoured to be invited to join the VAND International jury board, contributing to the evaluation of work that prioritises meaning, intention, and long-term impact over trends or noise. 

At Olya Black, studio we believe that brand strategy goes hand in hand with business strategy. Neither of those should be vague. Not if you value efficacy.

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We love working with startups, bringing news ideas to life with awesome design. It's quite the adventure—seeing some of our clients' businesses take off is amazing. But sometimes, even with all our effort, things don't go as planned. Witnessing a promising website shut down within a year is truly disheartening. It got us thinking about what sets apart the startups that thrive from those that don't make it. It's not just about a stunning website or a catchy logo—it's about a m

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