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The quiet satisfaction of self-reflection as the year ends
Another year is drawing to a close, and with it comes that familiar urge to pause and reflect. There’s something comforting about this time—taking stock, considering a fresh start, and imagining what the next 12 months might bring. I’ve always loved the idea of renewal, the chance to shake things up and begin again. And who doesn’t enjoy the promise of reinvention?
From Perfectionism to Play: How TikTok helped me reconnect with myself
I had a bet with a friend that I'd dance on TikTok before the year was out. And last week, I did just that – something I swore I'd never do. Yet, I embraced the unfamiliar, danced to five different tracks, had fun, and – most importantly – won the bet.
Navigating the tides of change in the AI era: from scepticism to acceptance
The AI revolution is here, and it's set to reshape the creative industry with a speed and ferocity that none of us can yet fathom. Its advancement is so staggering that even as I write this, I feel many steps behind.
Creative Boom looks to the future and marks 15 years with a vibrant redesign
Today sees the launch of a refreshed identity for Creative Boom, and I'm feeling quite emotional. The new look across our magazine, podcast and newsletter reflects our growing status.
Keeping up with the changing social media landscape
A lot can change in 12 months. First, Elon Musk acquired Twitter for $44bn. And then, after annoying many of its users, Meta spotted an opportunity to launch Threads – a new social network that some deemed the 'Twitter Killer'.
Finding your angle and trusting your gut
It's been nearly two years since I launched The Creative Boom Podcast. Back in 2019, it was a terrifying leap into the unknown. Sure, I'd already dipped my toe into broadcast journalism. (It was what I studied at university and how I spent the first five years of my career.