Essays on creative leadership,
culture, and the human side of work.
Published weekly, with an original illustration. Two series: Becoming and Advisory Notes.
I know how it feels to be let go, what being fired does to us… and how to move forward and heal.
The moment the limited potential assumed by others gave way to the hint of a future fueled by talent.
How the neighborhood “cool kid” showed style and persona buttress confidence from childhood to adulthood.
How a perfect storm of declining revenue led to opportunities for creativity, prosperity, and community.
“They never know what they want.” Said with a roll of his eyes as they closed out the call. Not something anyone wanted to hear. Craig can be like that. When he’s down, he needs to bring everybody down. Maybe he thinks it’s okay ‘cause he’s the Creative Director. Whatever. The last thing needed is…
Asking questions deepens and enriches conversations, helping us build relationships with clients beyond the immediate project.
Consequential missed opportunities from our past have a way of nudging us throughout our lives.