A Little Extra Creativity
Even though I am a graphic designer, doing fine arts brings out a different kind of creativity in me. There’s something about getting my hands covered with ink (who I am kidding, all over my arms, on...
View ArticleIABC – Yankee Chapter – Worth the time and cost!
I had the pleasure of participating in an IABC Yankee Chapter event this week. I have been to several IABC events, and each time have met talented communications professionals who bring great acumen...
View ArticleWhere does inspiration come from?
I recently came across a documentary on the Discovery Channel that originally aired in 2007 about the famous fashion designer Ralph Lauren’s car collection. I had interest in the documentary for two...
View ArticleGetting inside the problem
Sometimes you need to go deeper. This week I had knee surgery. Originally I was diagnosed as needing ACL reconstruction. However, an MRI revealed that the ACL was intact. My surgeon wasn’t sure how...
View ArticleWhy I get nervous when you call me an expert
In recent months, I’ve heard the following words too many times: “I’m relying on you to tell me – you’re the expert.” During the same period, I’ve been very lucky to: meet with investors I highly...
View ArticleThe Importance of Listening
Last Friday I attended a workshop called “A Practical Experience of Story and Design” put on by the AIGA and presented by Kevin Brooks. I truly did not know what to expect from the workshop and it...
View ArticleThe Power of Story
On a daily basis, we listen to presentations filled with engaging facts and mind-blowing statistical data. Most of the bulleted data points get lost in the sea of facts thrown at us over a 45 minute...
View ArticleReaching into the Political Machine – A Powerful Visit to DC with The Alliance
Each year my visit to DC with The Alliance for Business Leadership turns into the single most impactful event I participate in. I invariably come away with a sense that the individual can impact...
View Article30 for 30: Lessons on life on a birthday milestone
Last week, I turned 30. Holy crap. Needless to say, I haven’t figured out much. However, I’ve learned enough to build a goofy list of tips to share. Here goes! 1. You can only have so many passions....
View ArticleThe Marketing Time Capsule – What has a place in the future? What should...
In middle school I was given the easiest homework assignment ever – write a letter to my future self. Years later, the summer before I went off to college, I received the note from the middle school...
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