Creativity is at the heart of everything we do- it’s even in our name. However, while we thrive on creativity, what we do wouldn’t be possible without our specific group of creatives. Each MC team member adds something special and makes Michigan Creative the successful agency it is today. More importantly, our team knows how to intertwine these special skills …
Now I know reading is not exactly the first thing on everyone’s calendar. In fact, making time to do things like professional development outside of work hours can be very difficult. We all have stuff going on in our day-to-day lives. It can be hard to find an hour to unwind at the end of the day, let alone take …
Do you feel like you’ve tried it all – post-it-notes, iPhone reminders, monthly planners – but still can’t stay on track when it comes to achieving your goals? Don’t sweat! Bullet journaling is a frequently overlooked productivity strategy that allows you to set goals and track your progress while getting creative and having fun! What Is a Bullet Journal? First …
With a majority of teams still working remotely, it can sometimes feel like we spend more time in meetings than ever! Meetings can be great tools and are most effective when you need to bring multiple people together. However, it’s easy to get bogged down with unnecessary or drawn-out meetings simply because it’s the norm in today’s remote environment. Implementing …
You’ve probably heard us say it before, but at Michigan Creative, we believe everyone we meet should have a better day. It’s one of our core values, and it can be boiled down into two words: be kind. Kindness in the workplace is crucial to maintaining a respectful, fun, and safe environment. Here’s why: Kindness Creates Leaders Leadership is another one of …
For companies that work in the communications industry, there are a lot of marketing agencies that avoid having necessary conversations with their clients. They use cookie-cutter marketing strategies to “get the job done”, but there is no explanation of the process behind the methods they implement. This process is where Michigan Creative differs strongly from other marketing agencies. Consider us …
Leadership is an essential component when it comes to running a business. A leader provides guidance and advice and lets us know what to expect next. There are so many different moving pieces when it comes to leadership- half the time, many of us wonder if we’re even doing it right. Then, one day, you see the robust team you …
When you’re a leader, every day is a learning curve. You constantly question if there is a better way to do something or a better way to handle a situation. You hope that your cumulative experience will make you a better leader than you were yesterday. Every day is a new challenge, which means a new opportunity to learn how …
Leadership is one of our core values here at Michigan Creative, and it’s one of my favorite topics. At its root meaning, a good leader makes everyone around them better than themselves. I will be the first to admit, I do not know everything there is to know about being a leader (because who does?). It’s a learning process. Luckily, …
