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Perfection Might Be Killing Your Creativity

Perfection might be holding you back more than you think. In the creative world, chasing flawlessness can kill momentum, block progress, and stop you from sharing work that could connect. Here’s why done is often better than perfect and how to let go of the pressure.

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So You’re Thinking About Freelancing? Read This First.

Thinking about going freelance?

This blog post shares real, honest insights from my journey leaving agency life to build Studio CA — the challenges, the mindset shifts, and what I wish I knew from day one. Whether you’re planning your exit or already mid-leap, this is for the creatives who want more freedom, flexibility, and purpose in their work.

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What Plato’s Horse Can Teach Us About Branding

What does a horse have to do with branding? More than you’d think. Inspired by The Brand Gap, this post unpacks Plato’s horse analogy to show why a brand isn’t just a logo or product—it’s a gut feeling shaped by perception. Discover why the most powerful brands live in people’s minds, not marketing decks.

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The 4 Foundations of Brand Trust (and Why They Matter More Than Ever)

Trust isn’t a nice-to-have—it’s the foundation of every strong brand.

Before anyone buys from you, follows you, or recommends you, they need to believe in you. In this post, I’m breaking down the four key elements that help you build real, lasting trust with your audience: consistency, personality, transparency, and credibility. Get these right, and you won’t just be visible—you’ll be unforgettable.

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Building a Winning Brand: Lessons from Basketball

Building a brand is like building a championship basketball team. From aligning brand elements to understanding your target audience and defining core values, every part plays a crucial role in creating a successful and memorable brand. Learn how to apply these basketball principles to your brand strategy for ultimate success.

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Is Your Brand Ready? Let’s Find Out.

Feeling unsure if your brand is really doing the job? This free checklist breaks it all down—from visuals and voice to strategy and storytelling—so you can show up with clarity and confidence. A must-have for creatives and founders ready to level up.

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