Opinions
It’s rare in toys and games… But is Hostile Attribution Bias affecting the way you work?
From knee-jerk reactions to anxiety and delusion: how Hostile Attribution Bias affects people…
What’s the fastest way to simplify rules? Writer Deej Johnson reveals three ways to shorten sentences
“Never mind what your English teacher said…” Deej Johnson on how to make sentences shorter for rules.
Which body language should you never ignore in creative meetings? Deej Johnson discovers the answer…
Creative consultant Deej Johnson reveals the body-language gesture you should always question!
IDEO’s Michelle Lee on why the choice between fun and sustainable isn’t an either/or for toy designers
Michelle Lee – Partner & Managing Director of IDEO’s Play Lab – on why the choice between delivering joy and preserving the planet isn’t an either/or for toy designers.
AI: Embrace the Revolution!
Kids Brand Insight’s Steve Reece evaluates the opportunities – and danger – that AI presents to designers and inventors.
15 years of Ridley’s Games…
Emma Holmes, Head of Brand at Ridley’s Games, reflects back on 15 years of the brand – and what the future holds!
The Brand Radar: Barbie, The Design Museum and the power of exhibitions
Start Licensing’s Ian Downes reports back on a visit to the Design Museum’s Barbie exhibition, and why it’s an encouraging experience for brand owners, licensees and designers alike.
Conquering self-doubt
The Plan A Group’s Lee Allentuck puts Imposter Syndrome under the microscope.
Making Connections
Award-winning game inventor Ellie Dix reveals the benefits of spending time with other designers.
Just Effing Make It!
Deirdre Cross – General Manager of Funko Games – discusses embracing imperfection in the creative process.