Im Your Ad Guy

Phillip Deems

Take The Off-Angles

Seeing things differently as a concept to better your skills can be described in a variety of ways.  But one of my favorite lessons comes from my fight training when … Continue reading

December 18, 2015 · Leave a comment

Are You Selfish?

Don’t assume the answer is NO.  Answer the following questions HONESTLY. Do you consistently use your blinker when you drive? Is complimenting others a normal practice for you? Do you … Continue reading

December 17, 2015 · Leave a comment

You’re On Your Own Kid!

Other than the rare exception that is the spoon fed adult, who by the way makes up a meager percentage of the world’s population, you are pretty much on your … Continue reading

December 16, 2015 · Leave a comment

Tip The King and Reset The Board

In chess, sometimes you just have to lay the King down and concede the game.  I have officially put the king on its side for 2015.  But that doesn’t mean … Continue reading

December 15, 2015 · Leave a comment

I’ve Fallen And My Next Step Is?

After you have (figuratively) fallen down.  You really only have THREE choices and I will rate them accordingly for you. Stay Down And Just Wait For Death.  You really can … Continue reading

December 14, 2015 · Leave a comment

TRUCE???

If two big Brands can set their differences aside for the holidays, so can you.  Now go and sing in front of your archenemies house this evening and let him … Continue reading

December 2, 2015 · Leave a comment

Results Based Artistry!

It is a shame that we, myself included, forget that this is our jobs.  Art is Advertising and Advertising should be Art! Yes, I am mindful of our ultimate purpose … Continue reading

June 9, 2014 · Leave a comment

You Talking To Me?

No matter what profession you are in, “knowing the audience” for your good or service is the most important aspect of your job.  Obvious right?  If that is the case, … Continue reading

March 22, 2014 · Leave a comment

Please Don’t Take This Personally…Okay!

Soap Box Moment:  As I grow older, when it comes to my friendships and professional relationships, I am finding out that I am actually placing more emphasis on “Trust”.  I … Continue reading

March 8, 2014 · Leave a comment

Why Do We Work So Hard? For What? Ummm…A Cadillac?

I LOVE Cadillacs!  Does that make me an OLD SOUL?  Or am I  just OLD?  Well maybe, but I must say that I am VERY impressed with their new campaign … Continue reading

February 11, 2014 · 2 Comments