Why I love working with juniors and you should, too
I believe the children are our future. No, for real — notwithstanding the likelihood of us ever being able to retire, we will, at least, definitely die, and the stuff …
Dear Baby Creatives: How to Just Let the Concept Go
Dear Baby Creatives, We’re all told early on that taking criticism gracefully is an essential skill in our industry. And we have to be able to take a beloved, inspired, …
How to ask for help
Anyone who’s never been reluctant — scared, even — to ask for help when you need it can just cruise on past this post. For anyone who’s not a filthy …
DBC Reader Question: How do you write about boring stuff?
I’m here for your, Baby Creatives. I’m here to answer your questions, soothe your nerves, and give you the benefit of my [hrumph]teen years’ experience in the industry. And that’s …
Best Rejection Letters Ever
In my last two posts (honestly, three), I promised something fun as my apology for getting super serious and boring. And so now I bring you… rejection? No, what I …