When you've got a surname like 'Braine', you learn to lean in…
So check out some of my brain waves (thoughts), and brain food (inspiration) below.
Brain waves
Insights of my perspective on design, design strategy and startup culture.
Breaking barriers
When brands take a stand
Pop culture has a lot to answer for – both good and bad – but could it be true that through sport, we have the power to change lives?
Dream crazy
When brands take a stand
The risk when brands align with and bring activist causes into the mainstream; they open themselves up to criticism and acclaim.
Time to step back
When brands take a stand
At what point does a brand – or a club – stop being "owned" and become public domain rather than influences by the organisation that created it?
Brain food
Curiosity is one of my drivers. If I'm not learning by doing, I try to learn from the experiences of others. So if you're a founder or a designer working with startups and looking for a book recommendation, voilà!
*I'm not affiliated with Amazon, I don't get a cut, the links are just the easiest way to make the books findable.
Start with Why
– Simon Sinek
In my opinion, a must-read for EVERY founder: forget about what your product does, start with why.
Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of NIKE
– Phil Knight
As a sports’ lover, great read. Founders and entrepreneurs… just be aware that some of the scenarios wouldn’t be possible today with how connected the world is with the internet!
Design is a Job
– Mike Monteiro
A book that had the biggest impact on my mindset when working freelance and contracting gigs. I think everyone who works for themselves should read this book. I re-read it every 18–24 months.
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