Perhaps it's time we slow down?
Feeling, confused as to how we got to this, and unhappy about being a part of it,
So, y'all noticed the Credit Crunch?
Personally I think the whole mess could be quite easily alleviated.
It is, however, a great time to grab change by the nuts and TUG.
My market, the freelance creative hive, is drying up. As a result, I'm forced well out of the comfort zone.
Sleepless nights are good for one thing, at least: THINKING TIME.
You're forced to re-evaluate, a very interesting thing indeed.
Last night I was kept up by listing my top five companies to work for.
I ask a lot from whomever employs me, so it wasn't easy. Nonetheless, here they are:
5. Anomaly: An ad agency. Not an ad agency. I like it.
4. Google: If you've ever read The Google Story, you'll understand. Can you imagine if Google did global energy?
3. IDEO: Because design is a curious thing, and I like their ideology.
2. W&K Delhi: Because I'll get to see the frontline of an emerging global power. And skydive in the Himalayas.
1. Habit47 INC.: Because I like to work with people, not for them. And if I can't work with myself, I'm doomed.
Coming soon, my theory on the Ad industry, what it's become and what it needs to be.
Feeling, adventurous,
Just finished reading 'And now a few words from Me' by Bob Garfield.
The man has some smart things to say, both to the ad industry and the audience it aims at.
Worth your time.
Feeling, refreshed,
habit47
Well, you may have seen the highlight of my 30th.
I spent it in Empuriabrava Spain with a few great friends and, apart from a little stinky weather, it was (and will continue to be) a dream come true. And that was a long sentence. Sorry.
Anyhoo, I just wanted to put all of these in one handy place. So without further ado:
Feeling, far too close to the ground,
