PORTFOLIO CREATIVE BLOG
The Hard Truth About Soft Skills: When to Develop and When to Move On
Soft skills are critical non-technical abilities. How can you identify and develop these skills in a creative environment? And when should you move on?
The Hot (and Not-So-Hot) List: Marketing & Creative Jobs in 2024
Hot or Not? A review of marketing and creative job trends in 2024, plus how AI is reshaping the landscape.
“Making Marketing Colorful”: 5 Key Takeaways About Diversity
5 key takeaways from the AAF panel discussion titled “Making Marketing Colorful: Solutions for Solving the Massive Diversity Problem in Our Industry.”
Mastering Professional Maturity in Marketing and Creative Roles: Essential Skills for Success
Understanding and fostering professional maturity can be a game-changer, particularly in the context of remote work where formal development opportunities might be scarce.
Making the Right Choice: Are Candidate Assessments a Friend or Foe?
Assessments can be a great addition to your recruiting efforts if used thoughtfully and as one part of a holistic approach to qualifying candidates.
8 Truths About Interviews: What NOT to Say (and What to Say Instead!)
Landing your dream job often hinges on a successful interview! While showcasing your skills and experience is critical, it’s also important to know what NOT to say.
Amplifying Impact and Creating Rainbows: A Day in the Life with Annabelle
For this installment of our A Day in the Life series, we connected with designer, marketer, and creative thinker, Annabelle Schofield.
Staffing vs. Direct Hire: How to Decide and Hiring Best Practices
Understanding the differences between direct hire, contract-to-hire, and contract/staffing is crucial for making informed decisions that align with business goals.
Beyond the Resume: Building a Diverse & Inclusive Hiring Process
What better time for companies to let candidates know they are thinking about things like diversity and inclusion than in the interview and hiring process?
You and Your Next Job: A Match Made in Heaven
In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, where love is celebrated in various forms, let’s delve into a love that often goes uncelebrated—the love for your job. Finding the right job is akin to finding a soulmate; it requires time, effort, and sometimes, a guiding hand.
Why Community Give-Back is a Business Imperative
Invest in your community, invest in your success: Community give-back is a business imperative for building employee morale, brand loyalty, and a network of support.
Strategic Excellence Unleashed: Navigating Talent Development with Periodic Performance Reviews
Unleash the excellence of your team with periodic performance reviews, including 30-60-90 new hire check-ins and ongoing quarterly touch bases.
The Hard Truth About Soft Skills: When to Develop and When to Move On
Soft skills are critical non-technical abilities. How can you identify and develop these skills in a creative environment? And when should you move on?
The Hot (and Not-So-Hot) List: Marketing & Creative Jobs in 2024
Hot or Not? A review of marketing and creative job trends in 2024, plus how AI is reshaping the landscape.
“Making Marketing Colorful”: 5 Key Takeaways About Diversity
5 key takeaways from the AAF panel discussion titled “Making Marketing Colorful: Solutions for Solving the Massive Diversity Problem in Our Industry.”
Mastering Professional Maturity in Marketing and Creative Roles: Essential Skills for Success
Understanding and fostering professional maturity can be a game-changer, particularly in the context of remote work where formal development opportunities might be scarce.
Making the Right Choice: Are Candidate Assessments a Friend or Foe?
Assessments can be a great addition to your recruiting efforts if used thoughtfully and as one part of a holistic approach to qualifying candidates.
8 Truths About Interviews: What NOT to Say (and What to Say Instead!)
Landing your dream job often hinges on a successful interview! While showcasing your skills and experience is critical, it’s also important to know what NOT to say.
Amplifying Impact and Creating Rainbows: A Day in the Life with Annabelle
For this installment of our A Day in the Life series, we connected with designer, marketer, and creative thinker, Annabelle Schofield.
Staffing vs. Direct Hire: How to Decide and Hiring Best Practices
Understanding the differences between direct hire, contract-to-hire, and contract/staffing is crucial for making informed decisions that align with business goals.
Beyond the Resume: Building a Diverse & Inclusive Hiring Process
What better time for companies to let candidates know they are thinking about things like diversity and inclusion than in the interview and hiring process?
You and Your Next Job: A Match Made in Heaven
In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, where love is celebrated in various forms, let’s delve into a love that often goes uncelebrated—the love for your job. Finding the right job is akin to finding a soulmate; it requires time, effort, and sometimes, a guiding hand.
Why Community Give-Back is a Business Imperative
Invest in your community, invest in your success: Community give-back is a business imperative for building employee morale, brand loyalty, and a network of support.
Strategic Excellence Unleashed: Navigating Talent Development with Periodic Performance Reviews
Unleash the excellence of your team with periodic performance reviews, including 30-60-90 new hire check-ins and ongoing quarterly touch bases.
