Musings

Industry thought leaders tackle the latest in creativity—news, trends, and viral buzz. Got a musing? Pitch us at editorial@clioawards.com!

When Sophie Met Rom-Coms
The inner workings of an unfairly overlooked genre
by Sophie Solomon
The Top 10 Muse Essays of 2021
Our most-read guest pieces of the year
by Tim Nudd
Designing for the Beatles: When Not Being a Superfan Is Your Superpower
The story behind the cover of '1'
by David Recchia
Choosing Visual Content With Care: A DEI Toolkit
Making better choices with authentic imagery
by Rebecca Swift
If You're Not Having Fun, Neither Will Your Audience
The importance of fun in the creative process
by Daniel DelPurgatorio
An Open Letter to Whole Brand Thinkers: Let's Take Over the World
A creative blueprint toward a better future
by Tim Galles
Your Brand Strategy Needs an Org Design Strategy
How to build an organization that backs your brand promise, inside and out
by Derek Newberry
Why Advertising Should Embrace a More Flexible Way of Working
A fluid future of creativity and company culture
by Art Williams