SALLY’S INSIGHTS
As part of the industry for more than 20 years, I have learned a lot. As the industry continues to change I’m learning even more. This is where I share all that with you.
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Take Advantage of an Ever-Increasing Network
Visit the Creative Directory on the Brownbill Effect and you’ll be impressed by the quality of the creatives and the work you’ll see. It’s one of the most effective, creative networking tools in Australia …
Sally Brownbill Chooses a Unicorn
That was the suggestion in a recent testimonial. ‘“Sally would ride into battle on a thunderous, snorting grey. Or possibly, a unicorn.” We’re opting for the unicorn because that magical, mythical creature …
Let’s Work It
As we’ve all learned, there’s no road map through COVID-19 so here we are in Melbourne behind closed doors again. In some ways, it feels tougher than the last one but I think that’s because we weren’t …
How to Turn a Flabby Folio into a Knockout
The creative world is stirring and soon you’ll be back out there, showing that you haven’t just survived, you’ve thrived. So it’s important you don’t cart about an out of shape folio. It’s probably been on …
Take Aim at Your Next Big Thing
There are many online marketing options available and it’s smart to take advantage of them. It also makes sense to add another highly focused weapon to your arsenal, and that’s us. Come onboard …
Why Your Website Needs a Makeover
Right now your website is doing all the talking for you so make sure it’s saying the right things. What worked before might not be delivering right now. And while we don’t know what the future holds …
Why Creativity Will Become Even More Important
You’ve now got lots of time to think clearly about your business and what shape it will take when the sky clears. As you line up the cogs and bolts of getting a business back up and running, you might overlook creativity …
Will You Be Ready When Opportunity Knocks?
You have all this time and you have a captive audience so it makes sense to pull out all the stops to impress them. In a 2 hour consultation, Sally Brownbill will help you find the strategies and the direction you need …
You’ve Never Had a More Captive Audience
I am no different to anybody else out there. Early last week I had my own mini-meltdown and put myself to bed for the afternoon when it all became too overwhelming. When I got up, I blasted myself in the shower …
Stay Home and Work With Me
An online consultation will increase possibilities – right now, I can work with you on your career from the self-isolating comfort of your own living room. Thanks to online technology I will be the second set of eyes …
Keep the Lights On and the Work Flowing
How to keep your doors open to opportunity. The way we work is changing by the hour but some things still stay the same. Good times or bad, you need a plan. And we can help you with one that is tailored for right now …
Why are Soft Skills so Important?
Sometimes I lament when I hear about graduates and the career trajectory they think they can launch themselves into immediately. I am absolutely that person that says you should aim high, BUT aim realistically too …
How to Blow Your Own Trumpet in a Job Interview
Being prepared, calm and well informed before an interview is a must. Here are a few tips on helping you get through what many feel is a very stressful thing … THE JOB INTERVIEW!
10 Dot Points on How to Interview
I spend a lot of time with creatives on understanding how to best present themselves and their work in an interview. I recently did a talk to a group of students and was asked to put forward …
I Hate Recruiters
Ha! So do I. I can’t tell you how many clients say that to me, and how many in fact ring up and say first up “hello my name is Steve, I hate recruiters and I have never had any success with them …”
Signs you might need a new team member
If at the end of the week, you’re sitting down and having a conversation with your partner about the long hours you’re working, the lack of diversity of skill sets in your team, the fact your business is …
In an Interview – P.S It’s a Test
If you find yourself in an interview situation where there are several people sitting around a table chatting and the atmosphere has become quite informal, NEVER, NEVER forget you are still in an interview!
In an Interview – ‘Whats’ and ‘Nots’ to do
You have to remember in an interview situation that you have one chance to make an impression on your potential employer. As my mum would say, “you need to be able to stand on your head and blow your socks …
5 ‘Must Includes’ for your CV
Getting a CV in shape is one of the most important things when looking for a new role. Yes, it’s daunting, but, there are a few simple things to keep in mind when you’re updating it …