Can imagination redefine the executive portrait? The genre is usually typified by pretty staid and conservative photos — just pick up any annual report. But if you’re lucky enough to work with clients who are willing to explore new solutions, there may be opportunity for creativity. I love the challenge of creating a portrait that captures the personality of that executive and tells the company story. If it stands on its own as illustrative photographic art even better. Below are some examples of business portraits I’ve created for companies in the software industry. You’ll spot pop culture references to the Twist, comic books, benday dots, Roy Lichtenstein, curve-balls, and even pizza wars.
Portrait: Sales executive in risk management software.
Portrait: Senior executive in risk management software.
Portrait: Senior executive in risk management software.
Portrait: Senior executive in risk management software.
News on The James Gang’s create-a-word game Verbotomy.com
We spent a week at Verbotomy playing with Dan Pink’s Johnny Bunko and the Six Career Secrets that no one ever told you. It was a lot of fun and we learned a lot! Like the fact that there is no plan! And that in the long run, persistence trumps talent…
And naturally we created a gaggle of funny words to describe the things we should, and the things we shouldn’t do, acccording to the Johnny Bunko Lessons. At the end of the week Petaj and Arrrteest snagged the top spots and each of them won an autographed copy of Dan’s book.
You can check all the words we created by clicking on the links and definitions below. And if you want, you can still play with Johnny. You can create a word and vote for your favorites. So give it a try! Maybe you’ll invent a word to describe your next big career move!
DEFINITION:v. To stick to your plan even though you’ve realized it’s dumb n. A stupid plan, especially if it’s a career plan suggested by parents, teachers or guidance counselors who want you to be something that you’re not.
DEFINITION:v. To focus on your weaknesses, rather than your strengths. n. A person who is obsessed with their perceived deficiencies, and works hard to ensure that everyone else understands and appreciates their failings.
DEFINITION:v. To temporarily suppress your own need for self-aggrandizement. n. A team member who works very hard to share their responsibilities and workload, but in the end always tries to claim exclusive credit for any work done.
DEFINITION:n. A person who succeeds not because of their talents, but because they just won’t quit. v. To firmly believe in your talents and never give up on your goals, despite the huge obstacles, snide comments, and repeated setbacks.
DEFINITION:v. To create an impression that you have made a positive contribution, especially when related to career activities. n. A personal mark or imprint which proves that you have done something that matters.
