Creator Sessions

We know how to pick 'em! Tune in with our very special guest, award-winning entrepreneur and culture evangelist, Lucy d'Abo to learn more about how Lucy and her team at Together are helping companies across the region to shape their culture and move forward in this new normal that we are all navigating since the start of the pandemic. We discuss and share experiences around: - Leadership and building a business, going through a sale and starting again - we love hearing about those aha moments that lead people to exciting places - What's happening in workplace culture in the region as well as global trends - Why investing in the best culture is critical for success and longevity We loved this conversation and definitely wanted to pick Lucy's brain for more! Let us know what you think.  

Welcome back to the podcast with a very special guest, Futures Strategist, bestselling author and one of our favourite people to chat to about mind-blowing 🤯 ideas, it's John Sanei.  Tune in with our hosts Tom, Dia & John as they discuss:  The psychology for the future: Understand the neuroscience needed to shift your mindset Learn how and why we need to move from complicated to complex and the imagination of new How best to seek discomfort to inspire growth - Victory conditions! We hope you get some great take aways from this talk, it's definitely got us inspired and thinking ahead.

This episode - Risk Taking 101 is, yes, all about taking risks, and the process of decision making. It is so relevant in this market right now, within our agency and even our own professional lives. If you’re in this space, reach out and let us know.  Tom talks about the new office as a prime example of how we’re growing the business, taking on the risk while protecting the downside. Dia shares insights about how to pay attention to your physical and mental state, when you’re about to make big decisions that can impact your future.   Show notes and links:  In this episode we mentioned Tim Ferris’ concept of Fear Setting: Have a read: https://medium.com/@checkli/fear-setting-free-checklist-download-template-tim-ferriss-dd9773a270d1  You can also watch his Ted Talk here: https://www.ted.com/talks/tim_ferriss_why_you_should_define_your_fears_instead_of_your_goals?language=en  And we also quote Richard Branson, a lot: “It is only by being bold that you get anywhere. If you are a risk-taker, then the art is to protect the downside.”  Here is RB’s 4 rules of decision making: https://www.businessinsider.com/how-richard-branson-makes-difficult-decisions-2015-10#1-dont-act-on-an-emotional-response-1

Introducing: Create Echo 📢 This bi-weekly mini-podcast is your new go-to scoop on all things Create (plus the latest in tech, innovation and much more to keep you in the know)! In this episode, Tala gives us updates about the latest Whatsapp features, some special Emirati Women's Day Episodes of the Creator Sessions, and some developments over at Create.

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Rounding up our top Social Media MUST-DO’s for 2019 in the latest live stream show with Tom Otton and @thatguydaly (btw, it's Daly's debut show, he's somewhat of a social media expert) 🔥🔥 If you want the visual, check out the full video on IGTV @Createmediagroup In this episode you'll hear all about: 1. Social Listening - How to Identify content gaps Good resources shared: Tweet Deck, Hootsuite & Sisomos 2. Video Content - Adding more value 3. Messaging - Going beyond customer service 4. Micro Influencers - Value of word of mouth, authenticity and quality engagement If you really wanna get visual, join us in the next live lounge, details on our Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/CreateMediaGroup/

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What’s in this episode? We talked to our talented friend and fellow entrepreneur @islandofluke about: * How he started a sunglasses brand called Wild Wood and how the brand has evolved since it started * Transitioning from a career in digital marketing to entrepreneurship * Spotting a niche gap in the market * Building a digital platform * How to create a product and brand ecosystem online through creating really good lifestyle, fitness and travel content It’s an interesting story, we love it, let us know your thoughts!

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