An interesting series of research facts concerning rounded logos versus angular.

As a young designer, I find it so easy to get caught up in the here and now -- the instant gratification of today's world and technology.

At first glance these two training videos have nothing in common. One is for a restaurant chain looking to inspire its millennial generation employees to customer service greatness. The other is for a medical supply corporation instructing baby boomer generation medical staff on the use of their products, the age ranges, products, and content are different, but the results were the same. Both of these corporate training videos generated sales growth for their companies.

Anyone who has been in the ad industry for a few years has seen it--a package fail. We've all had a good laugh at some other brand's mishap, but how can you make sure you don't become the punchline?

It’s kind of like online matchmaking. Which social media outlet is best for different types of businesses or non-profits who want to reach out to their customers? As of June 2010: