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Jan 21, 2025 • 43min

68: Growth Strategy Insights with Arif Mansuri

Welcome back to another episode of the Untalented Podcast. In this episode, we sit down with Arif Mansuri. Arif has worked at the most reputable businesses on the planet, the likes of JPMorgan, Metalab, Huge and so on. He has held pivotal roles at leading companies, contributing significantly to advancements in technology and innovation. Join us as we delve into Arif's journey, exploring his experiences, challenges, and the lessons he's learned along the way. Tune in for valuable insights on career growth, strategic thinking, and leadership in a rapidly evolving business landscape. 🎧Listen Here: linktr.ee/untalentedbyunknown 👉 Follow on TikTok: untalentedpod 👉 Follow on Instagram: __weareunknown
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Nov 26, 2024 • 1h 6min

67: Successful Business Model Change with Caroline Johnson - the journey from Service to Value

Caroline Johnson, Co-Founder of The Business Model Company, specializes in transforming business models for creative agencies. She dives into the pitfalls of the 'all-you-can-eat buffet' service model and advocates for a shift towards value-driven strategies. Caroline emphasizes the blend of creativity with commercial thinking to foster innovation. She also discusses the importance of leadership commitment in embracing change and offers practical insights on client engagement and rethinking pricing to enhance agency value.
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Nov 21, 2024 • 52min

66: The pros and cons of a fully REMOTE design studio - After Hours

Welcome Back to another episode of the Untalented Podcast. This episode we are joined by After Hours, a design studio launched by the wonderful Jasmine Gallagher and Shy Trutwein. We discuss how it all works, the positive impact it has on creative, the non negotiables to making it successful, and how it’s the best thing for their clients. 🎧Listen Here: linktr.ee/untalentedbyunknown 👉 Follow on TikTok: untalentedpod 👉 Follow on Instagram: __weareunknown
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Nov 14, 2024 • 51min

65: Alex Grieve: from researcher to Global CCO at BBH.

Welcome back to another episode of the Untalented Podcast. In this episode we talk to Global CCO of BBH, Alex Grieve.  Alex is one of the most awarded creatives and creative leaders in the world. He’s won everything from Black Pencils to Cannes Grand Prixs. But also built and facilitated environments for some of the most talented creatives to prosper and make their best work.  This episode is filled with buckets of wisdom and fascinating insight. Insights into what’s it’s like running successful departments and where creatives may/could go wrong when taking the step up to leadership level. 🎧Listen Here: linktr.ee/untalentedbyunknown 👉 Follow on TikTok: untalentedpod 👉 Follow on Instagram: __weareunknown
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Nov 5, 2024 • 50min

64: What the hell is going on? With Ollie & Sean

Welcome back to another episode of the Untalented Podcast. Today is a Boys only podcast, Ollie and Sean the two usual hosts dive into some interesting topics. Sean and Ollie talk about the 10 insights Ollie has picked up from his anonymous group called Good CEOs. 🎧Listen Here: linktr.ee/untalentedbyunknown 👉 Follow on TikTok: untalentedpod 👉 Follow on Instagram: __weareunknown
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Nov 2, 2024 • 59min

63: Strategy, Periods, Diversity & Future of advertising

Welcome back to another episode of the Untalented Podcast! Today, we’re joined by Sophie Lewis, a brand strategy expert with a track record of driving business growth through the power of brand insight. Sophie excels at helping brands understand their role in culture and creating clear, jargon-free strategies that resonate with both teams and audiences. From simplifying complex business challenges to crafting briefs that inspire, Sophie’s work with top brands like Starbucks, American Express, and Heinz Beanz has led to impactful, measurable results. Tune in as we dive into her approach to creating brand strategies that truly make a difference. 🎧Listen Here: linktr.ee/untalentedbyunknown 👉 Follow on TikTok: untalentedpod 👉 Follow on Instagram: __weareunknown
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Oct 9, 2024 • 1h 2min

62: From Receptionist to Executive - Rachel West

In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating journey of Rachel West, Executive Director at Buck. From her beginnings as a studio manager to her rise through the creative ranks, Rachel shares insights on navigating career shifts, building confidence, and leading with empathy. We explore the importance of self-belief, the non-linear path of creative careers, and the power of determination in overcoming challenges. Rachel reflects on her unique experiences, including multiple sabbaticals, transitioning between roles at major agencies, and the lessons learned along the way. She also discusses the intricacies of managing global teams and how deeply personal experiences, like her family’s background in therapy, have shaped her leadership style. We touch on her thoughts on the evolving landscape of creative industries, the role of trust in client relationships, and why listening and understanding people on a human level is key to success. Rachel also shares her perspectives on burnout, balancing work-life dynamics, and the significance of finding value beyond just work. Tune in for an inspiring conversation filled with humor, humility, and valuable takeaways for anyone looking to make an impact in the creative world. 🎧Listen Here: linktr.ee/untalentedbyunknown 👉 Follow on TikTok: untalentedpod 👉 Follow on Instagram: __weareunknown Keywords: Creative Leadership Career Transitions Rachel, Executive Director at Buck Creative Industries Empathy in Leadership Global Team Management Non-linear Career Path Creative Confidence Work-life Balance Creative Recruitment Trust in Client Relationships Creative Determination Overcoming Career Challenges Creative Sabaticals Managing Creative Teams Creative Burnout
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Sep 20, 2024 • 47min

60: Collins Vol 2 with Brian Collins

Welcome back to another episode of the Untalented podcast Today we are joined by nothing short of a genius being Brian Collins Co- founder of Collins. we discuss Brian's diverse journey into becoming one of the best in the game. sharing a bunch of laughs, definitely one of our most intriguing guests but overall a pleasure to speak with. 🎧Listen Here: linktr.ee/untalentedbyunknown 👉 Follow on TikTok: untalentedpod 👉 Follow on Instagram: __weareunknown
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Aug 28, 2024 • 1h 6min

What’s next for Working not Working? With Justin Gignac

Welcome back to another episode of the Untalented podcast, today we are joined by co-founder and CEO of Working Not Working. We talk about the future of the company and Justin's experiences as an award winning creative director. 🎧Listen Here: linktr.ee/untalentedbyunknown 👉 Follow on TikTok: untalentedpod 👉 Follow on Instagram: __weareunknown
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Aug 22, 2024 • 59min

59: Yan Elliott - from hire number 12 at Mother, to becoming a CCO.

Welcome back to another episode of the Untalented podcast. In today's episode, Sam is joined by CCO of Weber Shandwick, Yan Elliott. A fantastic episode, full of wisdom, laughs and tears.  They cover a bunch of topics: - What Mother was like at 12 people.  - Yan's favourite work.  - Secrets to a happy creative partnership. - Why it's hard to sell, and what made Robert Saville so good.  - What it's like stepping up from CD to ECD. - How to create an environment where creatives can thrive. - How they made the first-ever blind pregnancy test.   - Life at Weber Shandwick and the importance of an aligned leadership team. - Advice for younger creatives, and what he looks for in junior creative portfolios 🎧Listen Here: linktr.ee/untalentedbyunknown 👉 Follow on TikTok: untalentedpod 👉 Follow on Instagram: __weareunknown

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