Brave Thinking | Issue #010. Brave Thinking is a monthly hit of creativity, culture, and brand brilliance—powered by MadeBrave.
Brave Thinking is a monthly hit of creativity, culture, and brand brilliance—powered by MadeBrave.
This time, we’re diving into the culture-shifting power of creativity. From hacking a singing fish on our podcast with Google’s ex-COO, to using real voice on the ground for Nestlé’s youth outreach campaign, and the exciting launch of our Andrew Dobbie’s speaking and workshop website.
a photo of a billy the bass fish and a man laughing. 'Just a chat with' is overlayed in whitePODCAST: JUST A CHAT WITH…Google’s ex-COO, Lars Bastholm joins Andrew Dobbie
In episode 38 of our creative industry podcast, we hacked a singing fish and let it loose on our unsuspecting guest.
Catch all the unhinged AI chaos plus an insightful chat on creativity and tech.
Ready to dive in?
Listen here
a photo of a young woman taking a selfie in a field and a white nestle logo over the topBRAND CAMPAIGNNestlé’s most successful youth outreach campaign ever
The brief? Engage a hesitant audience with a youth outreach initiative from a global FMCG giant.
The solution? Hand over control to those already in the know, the program alumni on the ground. No actors. No scripts. No film crew. Just authentic voices, real stories, and strategic direction from us.
Ready to see how we did it?
Click here
a photo of andrew dobbie up on stage with neon lights behind himTHOUGHT LEADERSHIPWant to Inspire Creativity (and Bravery) at Your Organisation?
Our Founder and CEO, Andrew Dobbie, has launched the website for his keynote speaking and workshop offering. High-energy, practical, and packed with human stories, it’s designed to spark creative courage and lasting impact.
Trusted by the likes of The Marketing Society, Creative Entrepreneurs Club, and the Baltic Brand Forum, Andrew brings real-world experience to help leaders and teams create work that truly makes a difference.
Everyone has a story. The brave ones choose to tell it. Ready to tell yours?
Start here
a photo of posters that say 'LFG' in pink with marketingweek over the topNATIONAL BRAND CAMPAIGNSWhat happens when you treat the bus like a brand?
Last December, we helped First Bus refresh their national brand and launch a new platform, helping them transform their business from the inside-out.
We’ve since launched two national campaigns working with newly united teams right across the UK, both designed to challenge outdated perceptions of bus travel and ultimately… sell more bus tickets!
Ready to see the full feature on Marketing Week?
Read it here
a photo of a man in an office with 'business leader' on white over the topINTERVIEWMadeBrave at The Social Hub
What’s so great about working here?
Our Paul Crumbie explains
a photo of a man in a hotdog costume, a man in a cloak, and a person wearing a yellow coat with a red balloonOUR TEAMHalloween at MadeBrave
Another year, another absolutely KILLER costume contest.
Check it out
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