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Alright, solopreneurs, it’s time for some real talk. I know you’ve been hustling—late nights on Canva, endless color palette tweaking, trying to make that Pinterest logo mockup fit your brand. But let’s be honest: your DIY branding isn’t giving what it’s supposed to give. And that’s not your fault! You’re a visionary, not a designer. But if you keep relying on DIY hacks, your brand’s going to stay stuck in “starter pack” mode. Here’s why that needs to change—and what you should do about it.

1. DIY = Death by Inconsistency

You know what screams “I’m still figuring it out”? Inconsistent branding. One week your color palette is teal and gold, the next it’s pastel pinks, and honestly, your logo changes more than your favorite coffee order. That kind of inconsistency confuses your audience and makes your brand look… well, amateur. People want to trust you, but if your branding is all over the place, how can they trust that you know what you’re doing?

The truth is, DIY branding often leads to a visual identity crisis. You don’t have the time to really dive deep into creating a cohesive look—you’re too busy running your actual business. And it shows. If your graphics, colors, and fonts don’t align, your potential clients are bouncing faster than you can say “brand refresh.”

2. Your Time is Worth Way More

Picture this: it’s 2 AM, and you’re still playing with fonts on Canva, trying to figure out why nothing looks quite right. Sound familiar? Let me break it to you—the time you spend struggling with design is time not spent on what you actually love doing. You know, the thing that made you start your business in the first place.

Branding takes time—time that’s precious for you. And here’s the kicker: even after spending hours and hours on it, the result probably still won’t be what you need to take your brand to the next level. Because branding isn’t just about making something that looks pretty. It’s about making something that works—that tells your audience, at first glance, that you’re legit and that you have exactly what they need.

3. Your Brand Deserves Better than Clip Art and Canva Templates

Let’s get one thing straight: templates are cute for your aunt’s craft blog. But you? You’re building an empire, and empires need more than templates to stand out. The whole “off-the-shelf” branding solution is exactly what keeps your brand blending in with the crowd. And if you’re here, I already know you’re not someone who wants to blend in.

Your brand deserves a high-impact visual identity—something that doesn’t look like a Pinterest moodboard regurgitation, but instead screams you. Custom logos, unique color stories, design elements that aren’t just aesthetic but strategic. That’s what makes a brand shine.

Here’s What You Need Instead: A Real, Custom Branding Overhaul

If you’re ready to stop hiding behind Canva hacks and clip art, it’s time to consider an upgrade. I’m talking about a VIP Brand Intensive—a fully custom, high-impact brand built in just 5 days. No more templates. No more design indecision. Just you, me, and a week of transforming your vision into a bold brand that speaks directly to your audience.

Here’s how it works:

  • We start with a deep-dive discovery, making sure I understand your vision, your vibe, and your audience to the core.
  • Then we go from strategy to creative magic, pulling together every design decision with intention—everything from your logo to your color palette is built to work for you, not just look good.
  • And guess what? This isn’t some months-long design process that drags on and on. It’s five days of focused, one-on-one branding magic. Because your business deserves to shine now, not someday.

Ready to Stop the DIY Madness? Let’s Build a Brand That Matches Your Ambition.

I know you’ve put your heart and soul into this business. I know you’re hustling every day to build something that matters. So why let your branding hold you back?

It’s time to get real, get bold, and show the world who you are—without the DIY frustration. Your brand deserves to be as impactful as your business idea, and I’m here to make that happen. If you’re ready to ditch the templates and step into your next level, let’s make it official.

The VIP Brand Intensive is your fast lane to a brand that’s authentic, bold, and unmistakably you. No more Canva clips. No more indecision. Just the brand glow-up you deserve, crafted in five high-energy days. Are you in?

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Hi! I'm Natalya, the founder and lead creative between Valencia, a marketing agency for the new era. I'm so glad you're here. 

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