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I’m an Award-winning Creative Director, disguising my opinion as writing on creative leadership, teams, culture, strategy, and the future of creative.
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Fast & Curious is my space to explore creativity, comms and the ideas shaping our industry.
Part commentary, part conversation, part creative outlet, it's where I share observations, challenge conventions, and occasionally stir the pot in the pursuit of better thinking.
What is it the kids say? ‘Like and subscribe?’
Thought leadership and occasional ramblings…
How’s your halo?
Wouldn't it be great if you could get a quick read on how those around you perceive your business?
Digital and dumber?
With ever-evolving digital technologies rapidly infiltrating how we engage with brands; it can be hard to know whether or not the personal touch that used to come hand in hand with creating a comprehensive brand experience is still as effective.
Emotional design
Customers want more than just products and services that solve their problems - they want human connection.
Brand code
Studies show that maintaining consistent branding across all channels can boost revenue by up to 23%. But Brand and brand coding are two separate things…
Is authenticity still a thing?
There seems to be a tension between creating messages with accurate realism and understanding consumers' need for authenticity from brands they trust. So, how do you effectively navigate this new reality?
Better without social media?
Social media has drastically altered our everyday lives in countless ways, often for the better.
Authenticity obsessed
From food to fashion, it seems we can't get enough authenticity. But why are we so fixated on the real deal?
Missing the Menopause?
With more than half of the world’s population aged 50+ currently experiencing perimenopause or menopause - why isn't this sector being recognised in the mainstream advertising landscape?
The purple £
Considering the strength of spending power, how are businesses failing disabled audiences so miserably that the total amount of money lost each month is estimated to be £2 billion?
The trust crisis
In an era of fake news, bots, and faceless anonymity, brand trust has become scarce. What was once known as "brand loyalty" has now metamorphosed into a pervasive scepticism among consumers regarding the integrity of the brands they once relied on.
The dark side of green washing
In an age where sustainability is paramount, the rise of greenwashing has emerged as a formidable adversary.
Smoke & Burnouts
While financial analysts dissected the deal with Peowheels, car enthusiasts mourned the potential loss of Hoonigan's unfiltered spirit, questioning:
To keep up with the kids
With nothing better to do than watch baking tutorials on YouTube. After a few failed attempts, I gave up and decided to do something else with my time. Something more productive. Like going back to school.
No social media?
What would you have done if the largest brand in your industry had suddenly ceased to exist on social media? Panic, right?
Interview: Women in Design
ADLIB’s ‘Women In Design’ features, showcases and shares the reality of being a woman in design. Here’s what i had to say.