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Philadelphia's Technology-Driven, Creative Economy:
"Primed for Further Growth" and "Smart Priority for Economic Investment"
by Kelly Lee, 1 Apr 2008
Innovation Philadelphia recently released preliminary findings from our new study that measures the size, scope and
impact of the for-profit, creative economy. The study shows that... View Full Article
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The 12 Immutable Laws of... Magic?!*
by Bernie O'Connor, 1 Mar 2008
If you go sauntering into Cannes with a glass of Pagney in one hand and a DVD of your latest spots in the other,
then proudly proclaim that you are a practitioner of the "Craft," we all... View Full Article
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Improv Opposites
by Rick Horner, 1 Feb 2008
Improv is, at its core, performing when you don't know what's going to happen next. So if that definition is true,
then everything in life is improv. Any time you need to work with... View Full Article
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It's simple. Move.
by Gina Renzi, 1 Jan 2008
When you were a child, you probably skipped, jumped, and imagined. Now that you are grown, do you pause to pretend that
you are a sunflower or a fire engine peeling away... View Full Article
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CODE RED: Business Holiday Gift Giving
by Gail Madison, 1 Dec 2007
While I may still be shaking the sand out of my beach towels, I am keenly aware that the holidays are nearly here and
it is time to prepare for business gift giving! This can strike... View Full Article
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Artist Generated, not Computer Generated
by Dave Mauriello, 1 Nov 2007
I want you to stop and think of something for a moment. Now you know a baker produces fine pastries, a cabinetmaker
makes cabinets, and a tailor makes suits... View Full Article
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Art Makes a Difference
by Paul Andreas, 1 Oct 2007
The following is an overview of the Chester County Art Association's successes and accomplishments in its seventy
sixth year of existence as a non-profit arts organization... View Full Article
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I Have Had Them All
by Zave Smith, 1 Sep 2007
In twenty years of commercial photography I have had them all. There's Art Director Silentius, who sits on a stool
and reads old art magazines like he's at the doctor's office... View Full Article
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Running a Virtual Office
by Lee Kulberda, 1 Aug 2007
A recent phone call to a prospective client whose fear of working with a 'virtual office' prompted me to think about
the way my business, and many I work with, conducts business... View Full Article
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Working With Talent
by Zave Smith, 1 Jul 2007
I am often asked how I get such seemingly natural looking performances out of my talent. I believe this
look of authenticity comes from paying close attention... View Full Article
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Awakening the Joy of Creativity
Accessing Creative Wisdom
by Marta Reis, 1 Jun 2007
Numerous people, whether a client, colleague or friend have asked me a similar question – am I creative? I
always respond with a resounding, "YES!" The confidence in this response... View Full Article
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The Art / Commerce Connection
Artists Gain Control by Marketing Creative Skills
by Joan Smith, 1 May 2007
Popular wisdom holds that for artists, the uncreative day job is a drudgery paid for devotion to artistic
expression. More often than not, this drudgery involves something... View Full Article
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Want to be a Noted Expert in Your Field? Write a Book!
by Erin Flynn Jay, 1 Apr 2007
One of the best ways to become an expert in your field is to write a book. Adding the accomplishment of author to your
resume will enhance your credibility and... View Full Article
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Does This Design Firm Make Me Look Fat?
by Gabriella Wheeler, 1 Mar 2007
Finding a design firm that is the right fit is important. Selecting the wrong firm for the wrong reasons can be
harmful to your business. After all, the work that is produced is... View Full Article
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Excellent service = Excellent marketing
Make damage control part of your core competency
by Todd Palmer, 1 Feb 2007
If you're a photographer on location, you can expect cloud cover. If you're an account executive, you can expect the
client to demand the job a day early... View Full Article
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Pro-Networking: Creating Connections
by Neen James, 1 Jan 2007
There are any number of different networking groups and events you could choose to attend. To make your networking
more productive, it is worth investing effort in... View
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Observation = Inspiration
by Elizabeth Maplesden, 1 Dec 2006
Where does creative inspiration come from? The general public—and even some creative people—believes that
inspiration is a mysterious process that is sudden and... View
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Job Forecast Bright for Philadelphia Creatives
by Maria Sommer, 1 Nov 2006
If you are a creative or communications professional working in the Philadelphia area and looking for a job, the outlook
is good. And, if you are an agency or corporate... View
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GLVWG Helps Local Writers Write
by Becky Bartlett, 1 Oct 2006
Imagine a typical writer at work and what do you see? Probably someone working alone, struggling to fill a blank page
with brilliant insights. You probably visualized... View
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Business Benefits of Giving Back to the Community
by Sheri Cole, 1 Sep 2006
As the Executive Director The Career Wardrobe, a small nonprofit organization located in Philadelphia, I often joke
with people that I spend my days begging. Whether asking... View
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Radar Love
(How, in 25 Years, Women Business Owners Have Grown From Being 'Off the Radar Screen'
to Being the Fastest Growing Segment of Entrepreneurs)
by Ellen Fisher, 1 Aug 2006
Imagine for a minute that the year is 1982. On the radio, Olivia Newton-John is belting out "Let's Get
Physical." If you change the dial, (a real dial, I might add) you... View
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CASTING: Go for the MAGIC!
by Mike Lemon, 1 Jul 2006
In over twenty years of casting, I've pretty much seen it all: the
sessions that go smoothly and effectively and those
that go, well, less well. Every once in awhile... View
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Fearless
by Zave Smith, 1 Jun 2006
Have you ever wondered why so many people have had
their breakthrough idea when they are just starting out? When
we are young, full of energy, passion... View
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Pre-Production: More Vital Now Than Ever
by Brian Connor, 1 May 2006
There was a time, not so long ago, before there was a "deluge in the flavors" of media, when clients, agencies and producers were all well versed in the need for pre-production... View Full Article
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Experience the Impact of Creativity at the Global Creative Economy Convergence Summit
by Kelly Lee, 3 Apr 2006
Did you know that the Greater Philadelphia Region´s Creative
Economy generates $44 billion in revenue annually? While many of us
recognize the importance of creativity, the value... View Full Article
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Are You Out There?
A view of the Philadelphia graphic design community
by Michele Cooper, 1 Mar 2006
In the early 90s, I went off to college. As a New Jersey native, I was interested in finding a school in an environment different than the suburbs. So, I went to the extreme and... View Full Article
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A Personal Experience with Philly-Based User Groups
by Robert M. Hall, 10 Feb 2006
On January 1st 2000, the first day of the new millennium, I packed
up as many of my belongings that would fit into and
onto my car (bungie cords are your friend) and
drove with... View
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Selling Shoes
by Zave Smith, 17 Jan 2006
"So, why don't you sell shoes?" says my mother as I complained
about business during a dip on this roller coaster ride we call a career.
Why do I always want to get back on this ride?... View
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Organic Networking
by Christopher Ovdyenko, 3 Jan 2006
I think one of the most difficult things I've ever done was to
walk into a crowded room – where everyone seemed to know each
other – walk up to a group of people, introduce myself and try... View
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