How We Grow

Let’s get one thing straight: You’ve been sold a lie about building a career. Actually, you’ve been sold nine.The world is full of half-truths, especially when it comes to success and wealth.For years, we’ve been sold the idea that the only way to become a millionaire is aiming for the stars—launch a startup, create the next big app, or revolutionise an industry.But what if I told you that the future millionaires aren't working on the next Facebook? They’re not in Silicon Valley. They're a lot

Let’s get real for a second: I also used to believe the biggest lie on social media—that more followers equals more success. We’ve all been there, scrolling through Instagram, seeing those influencer accounts with hundreds of thousands of followers and thinking:“That’s what I need to land brand deals.”But here’s the truth: it’s total b**s**.I’ve landed more than 27 solid brand deals without ever hitting 100K. In less than 3 months!And guess what? You don’t need 100K either. You don’t even need a

No fluff, no jargon — just pure, actionable insights.It’s a harsh truth, but a headline is your first and only chance to make a good impression. It’s what people see in search results, in their social feeds, and in those overstuffed email inboxes. So if you’re stuck with bland, boring titles, your masterpiece is going to end up like a fine wine at a frat party — completely overlooked.But don’t worry; I’ve got you covered. Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on our top 9 article headlines that

Back in the year 2018, I launched my first crowdfunding campaign online. Believe it or not, it all started because of an “ugly cat” portrait I made.I was a “struggling artist”, barely making ends meet. I just quit my corporate career and started to do art for the first time, without any art network or even art making practice. So, it was challenging to say the least. How We Grow is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid

Did we solve world hunger and world peace already?Because we’re now nitpicking ketchup ads.Yes, ketchup ads.I remember when ads were just ads.We laughed at silly jingles, smiled at clever lines.Now, we're digging into every frame like it’s a crime scene.Take the Heinz wedding ad.People were furious because the dad wasn’t in it.Suddenly, it’s a symbol of erasing Black fathers.Then Heinz drops another ad.A man with ketchup on his lips.And boom, we’re talking about minstrel shows from the 1800s.Are we

How did we get to the point where ketchup ads are now the battlegrounds of racial representation debates? Well, grab your fries 🍟, because this Heinz controversy serves up a whole lot more than condiments.Let me start by saying that advertising isn’t easy—especially these days. I get it. Brands are in constant pursuit of that elusive viral hit, trying to stay relevant, "woke," and sell you something all at the same time. And people… well, people are in the constant pursuit of telling brands how

"I Quit My Executive Role After 15 Years... to Become an Artist."Sounds crazy, right? It’s the classic midlife crisis move: abandon the corporate ladder for something *wild* and unpredictable. But here's the twist—it worked, and it transformed my life in ways I never saw coming.For over 15 years, I was living the executive dream. Jet-setting across continents, managing high-stakes projects, and enjoying the perks of financial security. But deep down? I was *bored out of my mind*. Corporate life