Stephen Gates

The Crazy One

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The Crazy One is an award-winning podcast for creatives, leaders, and anyone who refuses to settle. Hosted by renowned designer and global design leader Stephen Gates , this show delivers unfiltered honesty, actionable insights, and hard-won wisdom to help you grow your creativity, lead with confidence, and build a meaningful career. With over two decades leading world-class design teams at companies like InVision, Citi, Starwood Hotels, WW, and McCann Erickson, Stephen has built brands and digital experiences for clients including Disney, American Airlines, W Hotels, Verizon, Acura, and more...

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Stephen Gates

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Ep 3 Teamwork: Creating a stronger culture, team beliefs and the power of 'What inspires you?' 14.07.2016 51:36

In this episode of The Crazy One , Stephen Gates dives deep into the pivotal role of culture in the workplace—how it can either evolve organically or be strategically designed. Learn how to assess your team’s current culture and uncover the essential steps to cultivate a vibrant, supportive environment that fosters creativity and collaboration. Discover the transformative power of asking the simpl...

Ep 2 Leadership: Common obstacles and 7 steps to becoming a better leader 14.07.2016 37:53

In this episode of The Crazy One , Stephen Gates addresses the pressing need for effective creative leadership in today’s organizations. While companies crave innovative leaders, many lack the strategies to nurture and develop them. Stephen dives into the most prevalent challenges faced by aspiring leaders and outlines a clear, actionable roadmap consisting of seven key steps to enhance your leade...

Ep 1 Creativity: Lightbulbs are bullish*t 14.07.2016 50:43

In this enlightening episode of The Crazy One , Stephen Gates challenges the common misconception that ideas are like lightbulbs—instant and bright. Instead, he dives into the reality of the creative process, revealing that great ideas are often the result of hard work, experimentation, and persistence. Discover practical insights and actionable tips that will enhance your creativity and help you...

Welcome to the crazy 14.07.2016 9:21

In this inaugural episode of The Crazy One , host Stephen Gates, an award-winning Creative Director, shares his unique journey and the experiences that ignited his passion for creativity and leadership. Stephen introduces listeners to the vision behind the podcast, outlining the exciting topics that will be explored in future episodes, from harnessing creativity to navigating the challenges of des...