Andy’s Blog


A space for creatives, leaders, and changemakers to explore creativity, wellbeing, leadership, and personal growth. Rooted in Andy’s personal experiences, the work he does, and the inspiring people he meets.

Discover fresh insights, reflections, and practical tools to help individuals and teams flourish!

How a Tiny Newspaper Fuels Our Creative Connection

How a Tiny Newspaper Fuels Our Creative Connection

After six years of keeping this a secret, Jo and I have decided—it’s time to share a gift. 🎁 As freelancer buddies and creative collaborators…

Creative Flourishing in Poetry: 3 of 4 The Muddle

Creative Flourishing in Poetry: 3 of 4 The Muddle

Creative Flourishing in Poetry | A Four-Part Series Creativity is more than just making—it’s feeling, struggling, questioning, and evolving. It’s a journey that…

Creative Flourishing in Poetry: 1 of 4 The Chaos

Creative Flourishing in Poetry: 1 of 4 The Chaos

Creative Flourishing in Poetry | A Four-Part Series Creativity is more than just making—it’s feeling, struggling, questioning, and evolving. It’s a journey that…

Creative Flourishing in Poetry: 2 of 4 The Well

Creative Flourishing in Poetry: 2 of 4 The Well

A Four-Part Series This is part 2 of a Four-Part series. Written from the quiet comfort on a plane ride to Spain. I…

The 5 Hidden Barriers Holding Freelancers Back (And How to Overcome Them)

The 5 Hidden Barriers Holding Freelancers Back (And How to Overcome Them)

As freelancers and creative professionals, we don’t have a boss, a team, or a rigid structure keeping us on track. This freedom is exciting—but it…

The Power of Visual Thinking: How To Improve Your Communication Skills

The Power of Visual Thinking: How To Improve Your Communication Skills

The first time I truly understood the importance of visual thinking was teaching a Service Design summer school at Central St. Martins.

The World’s Greatest Ice-Breaker

The World’s Greatest Ice-Breaker

In 2019, two years after the very first Creators Club event, my dear friend Jo sent me a WhatsApp message that read:…

Exciting News: I’m Now Accredited as a Certified Practitioner with Human Synergistics!

Exciting News: I’m Now Accredited as a Certified Practitioner with Human Synergistics!

I’m thrilled to share that I’ve officially become a Certified Accredited Practitioner for Human Synergistics’ Life Styles Inventory™ (LSI) and Acumen® Leadership WorkStyles™ assessments!…

How to Deliver a Great Ice-Breaker Using the 4 C’s

How to Deliver a Great Ice-Breaker Using the 4 C’s

Ice-breakers can be a powerful tool for bringing people together, fostering creativity, and setting the tone for an event. But let’s be honest—a poorly delivered ice-breaker can feel awkward, forced,…