
 Creative Pep Talk
 Creative Pep Talk 281 - Make Merch, Create an Accessible Brand and 3 Powerful Design Guidelines with Aaron Draplin
 Jun 24, 2020 
 Graphic designer Aaron Draplin shares insights on personal branding, DIY attitude, and three design rules focused on utility, accessibility, and fun. They discuss the importance of curiosity, overcoming blocks, and finding joy in creativity. The podcast explores trippy ideas, middle age, and the future. 
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 Introduction 
 00:00 • 4min 
 Puzzles and Productivity 
 04:30 • 8min 
 Personal Branding and DIY Attitude 
 12:21 • 30min 
 Design Rules: Utility, Accessibility, and Fun 
 42:03 • 27min 
 Finding Joy in Creativity 
 01:09:08 • 6min 
 Trippy Ideas, Middle Age, and the Future 
 01:15:31 • 7min 
 Expressing Gratitude and Acknowledgements 
 01:22:10 • 3min 

