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Three test tubes stand in a row within an old tube rack. You can tell it’s old because the surface is well-worn and pitted, showing its years of use. The test tube on the left is full of a clear liquid. Several bubbles in various sizes rise from the bottom. The bubbles gather at the opening of the test tube to form a pyramid-looking stack. The middle test tube is three-quarters of the way full with a clear liquid. Two tiny bubbles rise from the very bottom. A cork is pressed firmly into the opening. The test tube on the right is only a quarter of the way full, but the liquid is dark, almost black. A few bubbles spurt from the liquid but remain far from the opening.

This is worth testing

October 18, 20262 Comments

Why brand awareness is a smarter approach to display advertising than direct response: read 193 words on The Davis Daily.

This is a collection of hand-sketched retail signs, promotional graphics, and shopping bags. There are nine in total. Each has the word SALE on it in capital letters. The letters are 3D in appearance, as are the graphics themselves. Some drawings are of arrows, pointing in various directions. One is a speech bubble, and another is a tag with string hanging from one end. There is a sign nailed to a pole and a paper bag with looped handles. The most extravagant drawings are jagged, starburst shapes, like something from a comic book, making the word SALE appear more impactful.

Words for sale

October 11, 2026Leave a comment

From strumming six strings to writing things for a living: reflecting on Mom’s advice in 210 words on The Davis Daily.

The image is a close up of three hand-drawn pencils. The pencils are laying flat with the tips angled towards each other. Each tip is broken, with bits of lead strewn about the ends of the pencils. The image suggests a writer or artist is trying to master their craft, taking multiple attempts to get a particular piece of writing or artwork right.

The long way round

August 6, 20263 Comments

Creativity, craft, the risk of going too fast: read 809 words on why you shouldn’t rush results in advertising, marketing, and branding.

A hand spreads open above a marionette. The hand is large and imposing, with strings dangling from each of its fingers and thumb. The puppet hangs limp from the strings, like it’s kneeling on the ground with its arms and head drooped forward.

No strings attached

April 1, 2026Leave a comment

How to make the work worth it: let go of expectations and lean into enjoyment. In 362 words on The Davis Daily.

A stick figure lifts a barbell over its head. It’s struggling due to the weight. The bar is bending with three plate weights on each side. The inner most weight is largest, the middle weight is smaller, and the outer weight is smallest, indicating different weights of each plate. There are wing clips outside of the smallest weights, keeping the plates in place. The stick figure is looking up and its mouth is open in shock. It’s worried the bar might snap in two. The figure’s back is arched and its knees are bent. Wavy lines imply the figure’s knees and back are shaking under the heavy weight.

What makes it worth the weight

February 22, 20261 Comment

Insight on purpose and perspective from a personal trainer. In 672 words on The Davis Daily.

This is an image of a green curtain. The curtain is hung by a yellow curtain rod, which curves around to the right. The curtain hangs down and has several wrinkles in it. The wrinkles give the curtain depth, while darker green along many of the creases add shadows. The left side of the curtain is pulled back at the lower edge, revealing the back of a person. It looks like the person is hiding behind the curtain. They’re wearing a brown blazer, brown pants, and black dress shoes. Only a third of the person is visible. Their upper body and head are still tucked behind the curtain out of view.

The wizard or the sweaty guy behind the curtain

February 15, 20263 Comments

Be the character you were born to play: a lesson in acceptance from funny fellow Jim Carrey. In 692 words on The Davis Daily.

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