Tom Conlon: Building a Successful Creative Agency from Scratch

00:00 Introduction to Tom Conlin and North Street 03:06 Family Background and Early Influences 05:59 Navigating Color Blindness in Design 09:00 The College Experience and Creative Awakening 12:03 Early Career and Writing Journey 15:05 Transitioning to Entrepreneurship 17:59 Building Client Relationships and Retention 20:58 Scaling the Business and Team Dynamics 25:07 The Importance of Honest Feedback 26:04 The Origin Story of North Street 27:14 Navigating Change in the Creative Industry 28:10 AI: Tools for Efficiency and Creativity 30:17 The Future of Branding with AI 32:00 Using AI as a Medium for Inspiration 33:37 Concerns About AI and Content Authenticity 39:04 The Challenge of Critical Thinking in the Digital Age 40:10 Finding Balance in a Tech-Driven World 41:05 Hiring for Values and Character 45:20 Defining Success in Business