
Does Boasting About your Team Negatively Effect Business?
Some think you're damned if you do, and damned if you don't, but I'm going to make a case for the latter. Because in 2026, you have a whole lot more to gain than lose.
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Is there any good reason why creatives shouldn't take this opportunity to boast value?

It is just business. But your business is in your hands.