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In my

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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…

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How’s your halo?

Wouldn't it be great if you could get a quick read on how those around you perceive your business?

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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.

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Have a heart

Are your brand’s messages connecting with customers on an emotional level?

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Emotional design

Customers want more than just products and services that solve their problems - they want human connection.

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Brand DNA

To craft an effective and enduring business identity, your first step should be looking inward, Brand DNA…literally your organisation's lifeblood…

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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…

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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?

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Authenticity obsessed

From food to fashion, it seems we can't get enough authenticity. But why are we so fixated on the real deal?

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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?

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Purpose drops

How purpose drops can aid the utilities sector and promote purpose

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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?

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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.

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Smoke & Burnouts

While financial analysts dissected the deal with Peowheels, car enthusiasts mourned the potential loss of Hoonigan's unfiltered spirit, questioning:

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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.

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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?

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