2017.09.30 links

I honestly did not think I read that much this week. Here is the best of the best…

The Future Belongs to Creativity: Why We’re Doubling Down on the Creative Agency

Satya Nadella’s Guide to the Future

8 Tips for Launching Your Own Agency in a Time of ‘Disruption and Chaos’
The industry has problems, but you may be the solution

I actually quoted this for a corporate PowerPoint design this week. See how much grief I get:
The 10-20-30 Rule for Keynote Presentations for Ad Agency New Business
Clarity, brevity and connectivity are key for winning presentations.

How Creatives Can Keep Up With Changing Technology (And Not Be Replaced By It)

The digital ad industry is officially out of ideas

Brands, Agencies and Publishers Make the Case for Optimism in the Creative Industry
Consumers want brands to take a stand

Chris Ware’s Really Big Novelty Book

Everything Is Narrative: Why Story-Based Branding is Your Secret Weapon

The Wizard Of 3D Printing On What Comes Next
Joris Laarman, whose first major survey opens at the Cooper Hewitt this week, spoke to Co.Design about the future of digital design.

What the Premier League can teach brands about social media engagement

5 Ways to Design a Website People Actually Want to Visit, According to an Expert
A minimalist design is the way to go. Here’s how to achieve it.

Killer Business Advice From Salvador Dali
5 tips from the creative genius with entrepreneurship running through his veins.

Michael Bierut: “The differences between mass culture and elite culture are getting less meaningful”