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Insight: You’re fired
I know how it feels to be let go, what being fired does to us... and how to move forward and heal.
The Well Runs Dry
How a perfect storm of declining revenue led to opportunities for creativity, prosperity, and community.
Negotiations: Getting more
Asking for a raise or increasing your fees feels riskier than ever. Corporate layoffs announced daily. CEOs, CMOs, and other... View Article
Negotiations: Betrayal
When we overpromise and underdeliver, it costs us big time. “I’m so sorry, but we need another week.” “But you... View Article
Negotiations: Finding ideal clients
The keys to successful negotiations are inplace long before you reach the bargaining table. “Ted, if you decided to open... View Article
Negotiations: Opportunity to learn
I think of negotiation as investigation. When I investigate, I enter a learning mode, reducing my anxiety. By considering negotiation... View Article
Negotiations: Hubris, an internal demon
Hubris ruins negotiations. Unrestrained pride can cost you friends, employees, clients, deals and even your life. Yep, hubris is dangerous... View Article
Thoughts on Omnicom/IPG merger
Naysayers suggest the merger may reduce client options and perhaps encourage growth among independent agencies. As thousands of small creative... View Article
Creatives, AI will reshape your role
A follow-up to my earlier piece: Creatives, AI will take your job I do understand people being afraid AI will... View Article