Let’s Talk Strategy

Arcade Fire is a rare breed of band. They can pen insanely catchy songs, the kind that send you into singalong fits, while also delivering contemplative, and at times biting, social commentary.

The tagline—it’s the thing that either sticks in people’s minds for the rest of their lives or it immediately floats away, never to be thought of again. Or is it neither? Over the years, the need [...]

I’ve spent the better part of 2017 working through the arduous process of obtaining a City of Chicago WBE (Women’s Business Enterprise) Certification. And it was nothing short of exhausting! I [...]

Since its launch more ten years ago, Twitter has proven to be a great marketing platform for brands. By using a strong Twitter strategy and brand voice, while still connecting with consumers in a [...]

Recently, BatesMeron President Becka Bates invited me to join her at Vistage, an executive leadership advisory group that meets monthly. During this particular session, psychologist and culture [...]

As a graphic designer, I'm constantly looking for design tips and tricks that will improve my process, better my designs and help me make the best use of my time. In all honesty, some of the most [...]

Last week, I had the pleasure of attending the 170th Chicago Flower & Garden Show at Navy Pier. Yes, you read that right; this show has been happening in Chicago since 1847! For the past five [...]

Last week, I went to see George Saunders speak. A critically acclaimed author, he's rightfully recognized as one of the best short storytellers America has to offer. So universal is this opinion, [...]

I freaking love going to the grocery store. Maybe it's that I'm really getting into the swing of this 30-something thing, but for me, a Saturday morning spent browsing the supermarket shelves is [...]

Designers, you know it all too well: You’re slaving away for hours on end on a design and all of a sudden you've got nothing. You’ve hit the dreaded Creative Roadblock. Maybe it’s because there [...]