If you are starting up a new endeavor where you're selling products or services, choose to first focus on the essentials, including your mission/vision/values, business plan, and marketing materials.

In this post we're focusing on how good logo design helps create a good first impression through the "look-and-feel" of your project, company, or campaign. A high quality logo makes your company stand out.

Editor's note: The following is about someone who recently quit a profitable job to pursue her dream. I know many of you have this in mind but here are the specific steps she took. Notice her advice that "I just knew if you do something you love, everything else follows." Don't believe in this? I encourage you to see my list of how other people’s dreams come true.

Author: Reg Silva, http://www.wedgienet.net