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The Power of Voting
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From a young age, politics has been in my blood. I remember being that curious kid, sitting around the dinner table, eagerly listening to the grown-ups talk about elections, policies, and the future of our country. I didn’t always understand…

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A Prescription for Marketing Success
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When you think about your health, you probably envision your local hospital—a place that’s equipped to handle every kind of ailment, from a minor scrape to complex surgeries. Yet, despite all those services available, you usually only visit the hospital…

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The Future Might Be Code-Free
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As someone who has been developing on WordPress for 20 years, I’ve always prided myself on my ability to tinker. I’ve dabbled in code here and there in my younger years, but I wouldn’t call myself a developer. Most of…

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The Relaunch of Zubaz
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In the late 1980s, two friends with a passion for fitness and bold fashion launched a brand that would become an icon in the world of sports and fashion: Zubaz. Created by Dan Stock and Bob Truax, Zubaz began as…

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Your Meetings Suck. Use the 20/50 Rule To Make Them Awesome.
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I’ve always wondered how many people out there have ever argued that meetings are the key to their personal and professional productivity. I suspect there are very few. Don’t get me wrong, I actually value face-to-face meetings more than anything…

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The Manifesto Poster Series
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At Brand Voyagers, I’m diving headfirst into a unique blend of science, creativity, and, well, a few passion projects that I probably shouldn’t be spending too much time on—but they’re just too fun to resist. This work has become a…

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Writing Brand Voyagers
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For many years, I’ve had a burning desire to document my experiences and insights into branding and marketing. As a Creative Director and Marketing Strategist, I’ve spent countless hours developing strategies, processes, and approaches that have shaped numerous brands. Now,…

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Understanding and Utilizing Brand Archetypes in Branding
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Brand archetypes are powerful tools that help marketers define and communicate a brand’s personality, purpose, and position. Rooted in Carl Jung’s psychological theories, archetypes represent universal symbols and themes that resonate with people across cultures and time. In branding, these…

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The Modern Take-Down Culture: A Personal Reflection and a Call for Empathy
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In today’s digital age, the line between civil discourse and personal attacks has blurred. As someone who’s been the face of a company under public scrutiny, I’ve experienced firsthand how quickly criticism can escalate into personal attacks. The internet, with…

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Reflecting on Bishop+Rook’s Journey and Lessons Learned
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When I started Bishop+Rook, I wrote a letter expressing my passion for vintage Land Rovers and the joy I found in connecting with others who shared this enthusiasm. I laid out a vision to create a company dedicated to restoring…

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Reviving Red White & Blue
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When we think of American beer history, names like Budweiser and Pabst Blue Ribbon often dominate the conversation. Yet, nestled in the annals of brewing lore is a brand that once held a cherished spot in the hearts of beer…

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Creative Revolution – Reimagining Vintage Advertising
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Our latest Lab Challenge is called “Creative Revolution,” and it is an opportunity to travel through time to reimagine vintage advertising for the modern world. This initiative invites you to explore the roots of advertising, understand the historical context of…

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