In this engaging episode, Thad Cox discusses the art and challenges of copywriting, the irreplaceable value of storytelling and impactful ways to connect with your audience. The Power of Simplicity in Copywriting: Why Tony Malcolm's famous Economist ads are celebrated for their straightforward yet powerful text-only approach. Human Touch vs. AI in Writing: While AI is a great research tool, it lacks the ability to capture human stories and emotions, which are essential for meaningful writing. Authenticity in Messaging: Authenticity shines through when writers are direct and honest. Tommy's ad ..read more

In this episode of Community Chat, Thad dives into the world of design, branding, and creativity through candid conversations and nostalgic stories. Discover how early experiences shape creative journeys and how personal anecdotes can enrich professional practices. The chat also covers balancing storytelling with practical outcomes and the importance of clear client communication. Takeaways: Harness Nostalgia: Use nostalgic memories to make your designs more relatable and emotionally impactful. Tell Engaging Stories: Integrate personal stories into your branding to stand out and connect with ..read more

Alright, creative minds and freelance designers, let's dive into the energising insights from our latest episode of "Community Chat with Thad." This week, we explored how our environments—from the pulsing streets of urban art districts to the serene vibes of suburban life—affect our creative flow and artistic outputs. It's not just about where you are; it's about how the space around you sparks that creative magic. Key Takeaways: Discover Your Creative Sanctuary: Whether it’s a bustling city corner or a quiet suburban nook, find out how different settings can fire up your creativity. Connect ..read more

Alright, creative minds and freelance designers, let's wrap up the latest juice from our Community Chat. This week we hit a gold mine discussing Studio Ghibli's unique charm and their cold shoulder towards AI. It's not just about animation; it's about what tickles the creative bone in all of us. Key Takeaways: Embrace Your Uniqueness: Your personal touch is what sets you apart in a sea of AI-generated perfection. Don't shy away from those idiosyncrasies in your work. Quality Over Quantity: In the rush to deliver, don't lose sight of what matters – the heart and soul poured into each projec ..read more

Alright, fellow freelance designers and creative minds, let's dive into a discussion that's as real as it gets in our world – the curious case of designers over 40. Have you ever wondered where they all vanish to? It's like there's this mystery zone where seasoned designers seem to disappear. But hey, let's get real. They're not hiding under a pile of outdated MacBooks or fading into the backdrop of design history. They're very much here, bringing a wealth of experience and creative firepower that's just too good to ignore. Key Takeaways: Experience is Gold: Being over 40 in the design indus ..read more

In this episode, we dove deep into the art of handling conflict, the double-edged sword of our digital lives, and how the younger crowd is managing (or struggling) to debate and disagree without losing their cool. It was a real eye-opener on how navigating our professional and personal worlds is changing, especially with technology gripping us tighter every day. Takeaways & Highlights: Conflict Isn't Always the Enemy: Turns out, a bit of conflict isn't the worst thing. It can actually push us to do better, think harder, and come out stronger on the other side. It's all about keeping it ..read more

Navigating Career Challenges with Strategic Moves Welcome back, everyone, to our cherished community discussions, where we dive deep into the real talk about careers, the hustle for work, and making those pivotal moves that define our paths. Today's chat revolved around a truth many of us face: the ongoing struggle to secure work and how to navigate these challenges with savvy and strategy. We explored the reality that for most of us, being in high demand is more the exception than the rule. The conversation highlighted a strategic approach to career growth that involves leveraging unique adva ..read more

Unlocking the Hidden Opportunities in Career Transitions Hey there, welcome back to our community discussions where we dive into the real stuff that keeps us up at night, especially about work, creativity, and making those big career moves. Today, we’re unpacking an essential truth many of us face but rarely talk about openly: the constant hustle for work and the golden opportunities hidden in career transitions. Highlights & Takeaways: Lateral Moves Can Be Your Secret Weapon: Stepping into different roles or industries, especially ones that give you a unique edge, can significantly boos ..read more

Diving Deep into Authentic Podcast Chats: What Makes Them Tick? Hey there! So, we recently had this super engaging chat on our podcast, where Laneen dropped by (as she always does with her awesome questions). It turned into this deep dive into why keeping things real and asking the nitty-gritty questions make for some seriously engaging podcast episodes. Plus, we got into this fascinating story about Phil Aston and his YouTube channel, Now Spinning Magazine. Phil's journey is all about sticking to what he loves, music, and not sweating the small stuff like editing or SEO tricks. It's a revelat ..read more

Hey, folks! Just had an amazing chat with Liz Mosley, a small-business branding guru, podcast host, and an Adobe Express ambassador. She's all about supporting small businesses with their branding and marketing, and she shared some gold nuggets on embracing rejection, making branding understandable, and the ins and outs of creating engaging content on social media. Rejection Challenge: Liz shared her personal journey with the rejection challenge, which, honestly, was an eye-opener. It's all about facing the fear of rejection head-on and realising it's not as bad as we imagine. Liz's experien ..read more