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Matt Wood

Branding expert with 20+ years in graphic design, passionate about aligning brand promises with touchpoints to enhance customer experiences.

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Jun 26, 2025 Creativity: Pushing Beyond the Predictable
Creativity: Pushing Beyond the Predictable

Please, Surprise Me I’m tired of guessing the plot. Like really tired. You know that moment, 10 minutes into a movie, where you pause, look at whoever’s watching with you, and say, “Okay, so she’s secretly the villain, he’s going to betray her, and they’ll

by Matt Wood
Jun 24, 2025 Celebrating a Great: Margaret Calvert: Pioneering Designer of Britain's Road Signage
Celebrating a Great: Margaret Calvert: Pioneering Designer of Britain's Road Signage

Margaret Calvert OBE RDI is a distinguished British designer and typographer, renowned for her transformative work in designing the United Kingdom's road signage system. Born in South Africa in 1936, Calvert moved to England at the age of 13 to pursue her education. She studied Illustration and Printmaking

by Matt Wood
Jun 19, 2025 The Best Advertising is Done by Satisfied Customers
The Best Advertising is Done by Satisfied Customers

In the world of marketing, there’s a saying that rings true time and time again: “The best advertising is done by satisfied customers.” While traditional advertising—through ads, billboards, or social media campaigns—can be effective, it’s the word-of-mouth endorsement from happy customers that truly carries the most

by Matt Wood
Jun 17, 2025 If You’re Not a Little Bit Uncomfortable on Your Way to Greatness, You’re Doing It Wrong.
If You’re Not a Little Bit Uncomfortable on Your Way to Greatness, You’re Doing It Wrong.

Growth, whether personal or professional, rarely happens within the confines of comfort. The path to greatness is often paved with challenges, obstacles, and moments of discomfort. If you're not feeling at least a little uneasy, it’s a sign that you’re not pushing yourself far enough. This

by Matt Wood
Jun 12, 2025 Creativity in Storytelling: For the past fifteen years, I have performed my own dentistry.
Creativity in Storytelling: For the past fifteen years, I have performed my own dentistry.

There’s storytelling, and then there’s Bob Mortimer storytelling. If you’ve ever watched Would I Lie to You?, the UK panel show where guests tell stories that may or may not be true, you know the format: someone reads a statement, and the other team has to figure

by Matt Wood
Jun 10, 2025 Celebrating a Great: Bob Barrie: Architect of the "Minneapolis Style" in Advertising
Celebrating a Great: Bob Barrie: Architect of the "Minneapolis Style" in Advertising

Bob Barrie, a luminary in the advertising industry, has significantly influenced creative advertising through his innovative work and leadership. Originally from Green Bay, Wisconsin, Barrie moved to Minneapolis to study architecture at the University of Minnesota. However, he transitioned into advertising, where he would leave an indelible mark. During a

by Matt Wood
Jun 05, 2025 The Best Ideas Come as Jokes. Make Your Thinking as Funny as Possible.
The Best Ideas Come as Jokes. Make Your Thinking as Funny as Possible.

Some of the most groundbreaking and successful ideas in the world of advertising, branding, and creativity have come from humor. It might sound counterintuitive, but humor often unlocks fresh thinking, sparks creativity, and breaks down barriers. This idea emphasizes the value of humor in the creative process, where laughter can

by Matt Wood
Jun 03, 2025 10 Branding Case Studies That Got It Right (And Why They Worked)
10 Branding Case Studies That Got It Right (And Why They Worked)

Branding isn’t just a logo or a color palette — it’s the feeling a customer has when they interact with your business. The following 10 brands nailed their branding strategies in different ways, creating emotional connections, increasing loyalty, and driving real results. Let’s break down what made each

by Matt Wood
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