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Demonstrating the value of design in business
From messaging to visual identity Design is a unifying factor to support marketing and business development efforts. The best way to demonstrate how design drives value for a brand is to point out how creative work touches virtually every aspect of your organization....
So you got kicked out?
It's ok, you're not the only one. Here's some advice from a woman who was in that very same spot. Let's call it “In hindsight advice”: Day one Drink. Do not pass go! Do nothing but cry in your beer. No phone calls, drunk driving or drunk texting. Tell your spouse and...
Be the best boss, by not being a boss at all
"Don't be a boss, be a coach" is one of the best pieces of advice I ever received about managing people. I took that advice to heart when I was leading in-house teams, and it has always paid off in regards to loyalty, team cohesiveness, and performance. I've got proof...
What’s Next For In-House Leaders? Part two: Influence without management.
In my last piece I discussed the traditional path of a creative career that we learn in school of first being an apprentice to a master to learn your craft, mastering your skills on your own, and finally becoming a master in your own right which often includes taking...
What’s Next For In-House Leaders? Part 1: Post-Mastery
As is my tradition before an InSource event, I like to take the featured speakers out to dinner the evening before as a way of thanking them for their time and insights. I try to find a higher-end restaurant where we can enjoy a great meal (not just a good one) and an...
3 Career Paths (Part 2): Agency, Freelance or In-House?
As I mentioned last month, it’s hard to believe I’ve been at this for 25 years. Few people in my network of friends and colleagues have stuck with the same career for so long. Many of my peers who I graduated with from SVA gave up on design a long time ago for...
3 Career Paths (Part 1): Agency, Freelance or In-House?
It’s hard for me to believe I’ve been at this—being a design professional—for nearly 25 years. I grew up around relatives who worked on Wall Street, in the legal profession, sales or other business pursuits. So I’m fortunate that my parents encouraged my talent and...
“HOW TO” – Exclusive interview with Michael Bierut – Part 3
In our final interview with Michael Beirut he shared some solid advice: “You don’t learn anything by talking; you learn by listening”. Robin: “You’ve been managing design staff for the bulk of your career. Any management advice or tips for the design managers and...
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