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14 Ways to Brainstorm More Effectively

Posted on January 17, 2008 by dmatriccino

Brainstorming is how you get your greatest ideas. Don’t let your creativity suffer with bad brainstorming sessions. Here are 14 ways to revive this staple of the design process. More

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How to Lead an Effective Brainstorm Session

Posted on January 17, 2008 by dmatriccino

Here are tips to aid you as you lead your next brainstorm session—successfully. More

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A Writing Primer for Designers

Posted on January 17, 2008 by dmatriccino

Designers rely primarily on type, image and color to communicate. But what you communicate is just as important as how you say it. Juliet D’Ambrosio (who’s a creative director at her day job) offers tips on how to polish your writing skills.    More

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Favorite Cities for Creatives

Posted on January 17, 2008 by dmatriccino

What do Madison, WI, Austin, TX, and San Diego, CA, have in common? Besides being fun places to visit, they’re home to some of the most energetic design communities in the country. More

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