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View ResultThe Design Of Leadership With Loyalty and Purpose: Meet Julie Sims
Julie Sims, a global marketing and communications leader and strategist, has had quite a career. Listen to her experience in leading MarCom functions, managing agency relationships, and developing strategic business plans.
View ResultThe Design Of Character, Leadership and Community: Meet Mike Erwin
Listen to how Mike Erwin, a decorated military veteran and psychologist, founded successful nonprofits serving veterans and youth.
View ResultThe 1st Responsibility of a Leader: Defining Reality
For roughly five years, once a month, I had lunch with the same guy on the same day of the month at the same restaurant and at the same booth. And while many conversations are memorable, the following one greatly impacted the way I see the world.
View ResultThe 1st Responsibility of a Leader: Defining Reality
For roughly five years, once a month, I had lunch with the same guy on the same day of the month at the same restaurant and at the same booth. Although we never deemed it a "mentor/protege" relationship (Seinfeld, anyone?), it was very much this. I
View ResultRain or Shine: Embrace the Unplanned
In discussions of leadership and personal development, we often emphasize the journey. Yet, it's crucial to examine the unexpected paths we've traversed. Life rarely adheres to our plotted course; it's marked by twists, turns, and unforeseen accelerations. Embrace these challenges as opportunities for growth, navigating toward the adventure ahead.
View ResultThe Importance of Understanding Culture
We can get inspired; we can learn how to upgrade our skills – but if we are not in the right culture, or helping to create the right culture, we are missing out on our best work opportunities.
View ResultJustin Ahrens joins AIGA National Board
Rule29's Principle and Creative Director, Justin Ahrens, has been nominated to the 2016 AIGA National Board! In this role, Justin will be on the leadership team of the largest professional design association in the country, and speaking into the
View ResultThe Design Of a Recovering Political Mercenary and Reformed Community Activist: Meet Hugh Weber
Experience the remarkable journey of Hugh Weber, a South Dakotan with a knack for forging connections and chasing dreams. From political pen pals to community leadership, his story inspires. Tune in to learn about his humble beginnings and unwavering dedication to making a difference.
View ResultHow Research Can Make You a Better Person
Research is inherently tied to bias, whether conscious or unconscious. While biases shape our perceptions, they can also lead to discrimination. Learn how to recognize and address biases to help foster inclusivity and reduce bias in the workplace.
View ResultR29 Design Leaders Enjoy AIGA AZ's PHXDW
Rule29's design leaders recently immersed themselves in the vibrant atmosphere of Phoenix Design Week (PHXDW), presented by AIGA AZ. From captivating speakers to inspiring design showcases, the event celebrated creativity and community.
View ResultRule29 and AIGA Design Leader Certification
AIGA brings design to the world and the world to designers through their latest initiative: a new professional certification program. As the design profession’s oldest and largest professional membership organization—with more than 70 chapters and
View ResultIt’s About Brand Time
In today's fast-paced world, capturing attention is more challenging than ever. Infographics offer a powerful solution by presenting information visually, allowing viewers to quickly grasp and engage with complex concepts.
View ResultRule29 is a Certified B Corporation®
Dreams evolve, and mine led to a mission-driven business. At Rule29, we're committed to making a difference while serving our clients with integrity.
View ResultKeeping it Real at the 2022 Phoenix Design Week
Phoenix Design Week (PHXDW) by AIGA AZ is back with a bang! Join us this September for face-to-face interaction and inspiring keynotes, including Rule29's Justin Ahrens. Don't miss out on this celebration of creativity!
View ResultThe Design Of The Beautiful Business: Meet Steven Morris
Steven Morris is a brand and culture advisor, author, and speaker. He believes that at its heart, business is a human-to-human venture. Much of what people do, they do unconsciously. People make decisions with their heads but act with their hearts.
View ResultSuperAwesome
SuperAwesome, born out of the urgent demands of advancing technology, prioritizes the safety of youth in the digital age. Their security-focused platform ensures parents can trust that their kids and teens navigate devices and the internet safely.
View ResultVelocityEHS
VelocityEHS are trailblazing a path towards creating better EHS and ESG solutions for the modern workplace. They approached the Rule29 team looking to cement their identity with a new brand guide, updated set of icons, and a website that can keep up with their big ideas and contributions to the workforce.
View ResultMarrow
Marrow dedicates itself to acquiring and nurturing businesses committed to using profit for a purpose. Focused on business as a force for positive change, Marrow champions a new era of purposeful growth.
View ResultSimon Beltran
Simon is a lover of music and a proud ASU Sun Devil.
View ResultJustin Ahrens
As founder, President, and CCO of Rule29, Justin Ahrens lives the firm’s philosophy of Making Creative Matter®
View ResultNicolas Cage and Brand Identity
In today's culture, some figures like Nicolas Cage attract more attention for perceived failures than past successes. Yet, branding's power lies in perceptions. Despite divided opinions, understanding brand storytelling fosters connections beyond surface judgments. Nicolas Cage's brand reflects this complexity, illustrating the nuances of perception in branding dynamics.
View ResultRule29 Joins The 2022 Clutch 1000 (Again)
A business can have numerous partnerships during its lifetime. Each one of these is an important opportunity for growth in skills, knowledge, and even the bottom line. But there is one partnership that stands above all the others and it’s the one a company shares with its customers.
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The 1st Responsibility of a Leader: Defining Reality
For roughly five years, once a month, I had lunch with the same guy on the same day of the month at the same restaurant and at the same booth. And while many conversations are memorable, the following one greatly impacted the way I see the world.
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The 1st Responsibility of a Leader: Defining Reality
For roughly five years, once a month, I had lunch with the same guy on the same day of the month at the same restaurant and at the same booth. Although we never deemed it a "mentor/protege" relationship (Seinfeld, anyone?), it was very much this. I
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Rain or Shine: Embrace the Unplanned
In discussions of leadership and personal development, we often emphasize the journey. Yet, it's crucial to examine the unexpected paths we've traversed. Life rarely adheres to our plotted course; it's marked by twists, turns, and unforeseen accelerations. Embrace these challenges as opportunities for growth, navigating toward the adventure ahead.
View ResultThe ROI on Design
Investing is putting time or money in something you believe in hoping for a potential return. This sentence contains a few key terms that are paramount when thinking about the factors that can affect your business.Design is an investment. It should
View ResultExploring Good Culture
In the last blog post, I explained "why" culture is important to your company. (If you haven't read it yet, make sure you catch up!)To summarize, I would like to challenge you to think about culture as something other than the physical output you
View ResultStory Makes the Whiskey Go Around
Recently I had an opportunity to holiday in Scotland and visit some of my favorite whiskey distilleries with some of my favorite people. We visited the Speyside region (located appropriately along the Spey river), whose distilleries tend to produce
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The Design Of Character, Leadership and Community: Meet Mike Erwin
Listen to how Mike Erwin, a decorated military veteran and psychologist, founded successful nonprofits serving veterans and youth.
View ResultLooking Versus Seeing
Between dinner and bedtime last night, I received a similar message via two different mediums. One came from a Seinfeld re-run I was watching as the loudmouthed George Costanza (ironically) pitched NBC on a “show about nothing.” George cried out in
View ResultThe Design Of a Producer, Conversation Starter, and Listener: Meet Samantha Curley
Join us for an enlightening episode featuring Samantha Curley, a visionary advocate for LGBTQ+ conversations and creative expression. Discover her journey as an independent producer and co-founder of Level Ground, and learn how she's shaping narratives to foster understanding and connection. Tune in for a deeper perspective on storytelling and empathy.
View ResultThe Design Of Willet's Chief Whiskey Officer: Meet Britt Kulsveen
Bourbon. These days it seems to be the hottest spirit around, but do you ever wonder where it is made? Who are the actual bourbon makers? We did too – so much so that we produced a book about it! We did our research by going to the only place one
View ResultSteps for a Brand Pivot
That famous Robert Frost quote, “The best way out is always through, ” couldn’t be more applicable than it is for our current state of the world. It’s appropriate for any time your business is facing a crisis or a possible storm ahead.
View ResultThe Design Of a NFL Offensive Lineman and Business Leader: Meet Rudy Niswanger
On this episode of Design Of Rudy, a simple kid from Louisiana that became a lineman in the NFL, shares how to make the most of what life has to offer.
View ResultJustin Ahrens on the Beautiful Business Podcast with Steven Morris
Steven Morris is a trusted advisor, author, and speaker helping to build evolved brands and beautiful businesses. Along with his latest book, Beautiful Business, he has also launched a podcast that recently featured our Chief Evangelist, Justin
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R29 Design Leaders Enjoy AIGA AZ's PHXDW
Rule29's design leaders recently immersed themselves in the vibrant atmosphere of Phoenix Design Week (PHXDW), presented by AIGA AZ. From captivating speakers to inspiring design showcases, the event celebrated creativity and community.
View ResultThe Design Of an Expert on Being an Expert: Meet David C. Baker
Enjoy this conversation about David’s start living among a remote Mayan community to becoming a leading authority on positioning, reinventing, and selling for firms in the creative and digital space.
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Rule29 is a Certified B Corporation®
Dreams evolve, and mine led to a mission-driven business. At Rule29, we're committed to making a difference while serving our clients with integrity.
View ResultThe Design Of a Family Advocate and Change Maker: Meet Nichole Carter
In this episode of Design Of, meet Nichole Carter. A woman of many roles. Mother, wife, fighter, advocate, leader, and academic. Together, we have an open and honest conversation about race, #BlackLivesMatter, privilege, and what America feels like for people of color.
View ResultThe Design Of a Creative Mentor and Community Builder: Meet Vernon Lockhart
This episode we talk about what Vernon's family and community did to help him get to where he is at, and what we can all do to live out our unique hero to make a difference.
View ResultExploring Good Culture
In the last blog post, I explained "why" culture is important to your company. (If you haven't read it yet, make sure you catch up!)To summarize, I would like to challenge you to think about culture as something other than the physical output you
View ResultThe Design Of Contemplation and Being Known: Meet Father Richard Rohr
Known around the world for his teaching, counsel, and compassion, Friar Richard Rohr, O.F.M. is a Franciscan Priest who has devoted his life to helping people walk the challenging road of self-acceptance and understanding.
View ResultJustin Ahrens will be Speaking at HOW Design Live 2022
HOW Design Live brings together some of the most remarkable design thinkers of our time and innovative design leaders to inspire and educate our community of makers, thinkers, and creators. Founded in 1985, the HOW brand began its life as a print
View ResultThe Design Of Kindness and High Performance: Meet Ed Hess
We all have the potential to step up and help those around us. The question is: will you do that when the situation presents itself? If we take an honest look back we will see and remember the people who extended a helping hand.
View ResultThe Design Of Lettering a New Creative Career: Meet David Jon Walker
Many of us dream of creating a new path, a new career, or just some new life options, but more often than not they stay just that – dreams.