Emberson Marketing is powered by brilliant people. When you are a remote-first business, your team are your most valuable commodity. We invest in their skills, talents and individuality – and in return we get to spend our working weeks watching them thrive.
Our new Re:cognise Series explores the inspirational individuals we’re lucky to work with every single day – and the people that inspire them.
What makes a positive role model for you?
For me, a role model is someone who dedicates their time to being the best they can be, for themselves, and to benefit others. It’s someone who lives life doing things they’re passionate about, not afraid to make mistakes along the way. Someone who values the skills of people they collaborate with and gives them space to shine.
We are all role models in one way or another and we should be open to learning new techniques and listening to those close to us. In the creative world everything is fast moving, and everyone has an opinion. I admire people that keep their vision and deliver quality work they believe in.
How do you try to be a role model to others?
By sharing the importance of learning new skills and not expecting to be great at something straight away. I encourage people not to be afraid of criticism, not to put too much pressure on themselves, and to ask for help when needed.
Who is your role model and why?
I don’t really have one particular role model, but there are several people I really admire for their long-term achievements. These include Martin Scorsese, who’s been creating cinematic masterpieces for over 5 decades by collaborating with regular producers, editors and actors. Another person I greatly respect is snooker player Ronnie O’Sullivan. He might be a controversial figure to some, but to me he’s a genius who’s overcome immense pressure under the spotlight and been honest all the way. And from my own line of work, I really admire Saul Bass, a pioneering graphic designer who created some classic movie posters, title sequences and corporate logos.
Keep checking back for the next edition of our Re:cognise Series.
