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The Top 100 in 10 Golf PodcastNish's Top 5 Holes of 2025Nish picks five holes that stayed with him long after the cards were binned, and explore why memory, setting, and small rituals beat raw score. From Trump’s commanding 14th to Queens’ phone box charm, we trace the moments that defined a year of golf.• how he choose holes he can still walk in his head• trump 14th as theatre and isolation• Dumbarnie 8th as beautiful, playable downhill par three• Hindhead 5th as true roller coaster heathland• Gullane 17th as character and golden hour finish• Queens Gleneagles 9th as reveal, rhythm, and halfway phone ri...
2025-12-0923 min
The Top 100 in 10 Golf PodcastNish's Top 3 Golf Courses in 2025We rank our top three UK courses after a year of bucket‑list golf, weighing playability, beauty, and pure golfing soul. Along the way we revisit Queens, Cruden Bay, Gullane, Hindhead, Hollinwell, and why thoughtful details can make or break a day.• setting the goal to play the top 100 and reflect on progress• short courses as smart design, not soft tests• contenders that nearly made third place• number three: Hankley Common for grown‑up, heather‑lined strategy• number two: Dumbarnie Links for guest‑first design and playability• number one: Trump International Aberdeen for unforgettable du...
2025-11-2527 min
The Top 100 in 10 Golf PodcastSurviving Golf's Toughest Test - Carnoustie PreviewCarnoustie doesn’t host championships so much as it interrogates you. We tee up our most anticipated round yet with a blend of lore, strategy, and honesty about what it takes to survive the toughest mile in golf. From Hogan’s Alley to the Barry Burn, we map the decisions that separate a tidy bogey from a card-wrecker, and we share the member insights that reveal where the real trouble hides.***** our gracious hosts Paul & Barry are attempting to play all of the golf courses in Scotland for charity - if any cause is dear to yo...
2025-10-2842 min
The Next GenCastEpisode 49: Backstage with Prof Sir Jonathan Van-TamIn this episode, Professor Sir Jonathan Van-Tam, former Deputy Chief Medical Officer for England, shares his remarkable journey from a market town in Lincolnshire to the national stage during the COVID-19 pandemic.Known for his honesty, clarity, and trademark analogies, JVT reflects on his family’s extraordinary story, the challenges of breaking into medicine, and the pivotal choices that shaped his career in public health.He talks candidly about stepping into leadership “by accident,” managing the pressure of being thrust into the spotlight, and navigating the uneasy intersection of science and politics. Along the wa...
2025-09-2957 min
The Top 100 in 10 Golf PodcastThe Village Of Golf - Gullane Golf Club No. 1 Course ReviewGullane Golf Club delivers a magical links experience, leaving us completely in love with the course and facilities as we explore the self-described "Village of Golf."• Driving to Gullane provides immediate immersion in golf with courses lining both sides of the road• The club features two clubhouses - the historic Members' Clubhouse and the newer Links Clubhouse built about 10 years ago• Dylan, the Sales Manager, showed us their exceptional facilities including a top tracer driving range and new starters pavilion• Gullane's visitor philosophy treats guests as "members for the day" with exceptionally friendly service• Th...
2025-09-1648 min
The Top 100 in 10 Golf PodcastIs This a Marmite Course? Cruden Bay Golf Club ReviewIs this a marmite course? The third part of the trilogy of Scottish courses... and this one certainly had us on different sides of the argument.Billed and a unique and interesting golf course, Cruden Bay Golf Club didn't disappoint...Chris wasn't a fan to say the least, Nish really liked it - find out where the battle lines were drawn for this oneIn this review, we cover;- The club and clubhouse experience- Meeting a local celebrity- Some top tips if you end...
2025-09-0231 min
Taskmaster The PodcastTaskmaster the Podcast Live with Nish Kumar - Part OneIt's the first ever live Taskmaster Podcast! Ed recorded the podcast back in July at the Just For Laughs Comedy festival in Montreal! Ed was joined by Taskmaster Royalty (and his best mate) Nish Kumar! Ed and Nish attempt to create Nish's ultimate episode and in this part they chat about his favourite prize task and of course the infamous basketball task! They also discuss how the Mantouzas x Kumar friendship blossomed and why Nish was always going to be a part of Jason's Taskmaster journey. Come back next week to hear the rest of...
2025-08-2229 min
The Next GenCastEpisode 48: Backstage with Prof Jason Leitch, former National Clinical Director of the Scottish GovernmentJason Leitch on Leadership, Public Trust & Fixing the HooverIn this powerful and personal episode, Professor Jason Leitch – former National Clinical Director of the Scottish Government – joins Dr. Nish Manek for an honest, insightful conversation on what it truly means to lead through crisis.From storytelling and the imposter syndrome to the pressure of daily COVID briefings, Jason reflects on his remarkable career and the lessons that still resonate today.Whether you're a healthcare leader, or simply curious about the human side of leadership – this one’s for you.
2025-07-151h 00
CreativeOps PodcastEP 51 - The Role Found Me — How Chris Varela Built Creative Ops from the Inside OutEpisode SummaryChris Varela didn’t find creative ops. It found him—twice.The first time, he realized the work he was already doing had a name: solving friction between marketing and creative, protecting his teammates’ time, and building systems that made the entire process more efficient, more effective—and frankly, more fun for everyone involved.The second time, his company realized it too. After years of Chris operating without a title—quietly translating between functions and elevating how work flowed—Workday came to the conclusion that this wasn’t just helpful. It wa...
2025-07-101h 04CreativeOps PodcastEP 50 - The Creative Force Awakens — A Storytelling Rebellion Against the Algorithmic EmpireEpisode SummaryIn a galaxy flooded with content, storytelling is no longer a skill—it’s the rebellion.In this milestone 50th episode, Nish and David Granger frame the conversation through the lens of the original Star Wars trilogy—exploring how brands moved from story-rich origins (A New Hope), through algorithmic obedience and commoditization (The Empire Strikes Back), to a moment of reckoning (Return of the Jedi).They dive into why storytelling is the last true differentiator in an AI-driven landscape, how CMOs became “chief algorithm officers,” and why creati...
2025-07-081h 01
The Top 100 in 10 Golf PodcastThe NISH Invitational - What A Day!We dive into the highs and lows of the fifth annual Nish Invitational golf tournament held at Worsley Park Golf Club, where twelve players battled Singapore-like heat, competitive tension, and occasional controversy.• Custom welcome packs including personalised Titleist Pro V1 balls, tees, ball markers, and divot tools set the tone for a special day• Extreme heat forced even the most traditional golfers to break their own rules and wear shorts• Worsley Park proves the perfect venue with its playable course, practice facilities, and communal spaces• Nearest to pin competition created drama when one player celebrat...
2025-07-0121 min
The Next GenCastEpisode 47: Backstage with Prof Sir Steve Powis, National Medical DirectorIn this landmark episode of the Next GenCast, Dr. Nish Manek sits down with Professor Sir Steve Powis, just weeks before he steps down as National Medical Director of the NHS in England after more than seven years in the role.This is not just an interview — it's an unfiltered, powerful reflection on leadership under pressure, told by the man who stood at the helm of the NHS during one of its most turbulent chapters: the COVID-19 pandemic.In a conversation recorded live at NHS Confed Expo in June 2025, Sir Steve opens up in...
2025-06-271h 07
The Top 100 in 10 Golf PodcastThe Best Golf Course You've Never Heard Of? Ganton Golf ClubIs Ganton Golf Club near Scarborough in Yorkshire the best golf course you've never heard of?Have a look at our scorecard and pictures from a great day on the links People in the know and in and around golf their entire lives know about the reputation and allure of Ganton, but as it's not an Open rota course or host of major tournaments, Nish had never heard of it.We found out what was so special about this great, historic golf course and club.Send us fan mailS...
2025-06-2446 min
Nish's Niche - Delightful InspirationsWho the Heck is NishWhat is Nish’s Niche – and who’s behind it?Welcome to Nish’s Niche, a podcast where curiosity meets calm. I'm Nish, and this is a space dedicated to exploring ideas that spark inspiration, bring peace, and offer thought-provoking insights. Whether it’s personal growth, culture, creativity, or simply life’s quirky moments, each episode is designed to give you something meaningful to take with you.In this introduction, I draw inspiration from a playful yet honest exchange between Jon Stewart and Paul Rudd – a moment that captures the spirit of balance between humor and sincerity, something I aim to bring to ev...
2025-06-0300 min
Happy & HumanDJ Nish on Music, Healing & Starting OverSend us a textThis week we’re diving into a raw and inspiring conversation with DJ Nish, a London-based artist who’s not only rocked dance floors across the globe but also found her footing in the midst of personal transformation. From BBC radio host to unforgettable festival sets, Nish opens up about her unexpected journey into music, the pressures and double standards of the industry, and why she chose to walk away from a marriage that no longer reflected who she was.This conversation is about much more than nightlife and career. It’s a vu...
2025-04-0859 minCreativeOps PodcastEP 42 - Air's Big Bet, Creative Ops' Big Opportunity: A System of Record for Creative WorkEpisode SummaryWith Air.inc securing $35M in funding, the creative operations world is facing a major inflection point. In this solo episode, Nish Patel explores what this investment means for creative ops leaders, why the concept of a "system of record for creative work" is critical, and how creative professionals can seize this moment to elevate their roles from tactical execution to strategic systems design. This isn’t just about one company—it’s about an industry-wide shift that demands creative ops leaders rethink their approach to scale, speed, and storytelling.Key Takeaways Creative...
2025-03-1119 min
The Top 100 in 10 Golf PodcastGolf in Japan I (Nish) am fascinated by golf culture abroad, and nowhere captures my interest more than Golf in Japan!It feels very different to how we play golf in the UK, and I wanted to explore that.In a chat with Kieron from Golf In Japan, The comprehensive guide and service for golfing in Japan, we discovered the golfing customs of Japan, the history of Golf in Japan, and the little touches around a round of golf there that make it so different and so special!We weren't prepared for just how much knowledge K...
2025-02-2543 min
The Top 100 in 10 Golf PodcastThe Competition We're playing a pair competition at Ganton Golf Club in June, in this episode, we chat about comps in general.They can sound intimidating for the casual, social golfer, but are they really?Nish & Chris have a chat to find out.And we're joined by Mark, a listener of the podcast, who reached out to us, and as we started chatting, we discovered we were playing at the same comp!We had a great chat with him, talking all things Top 100!Send us fan mailSupport the s...
2025-01-2856 minCreativeOps PodcastEP 35 - In-House Evolution vs. Offshore Extinction: The AI RevolutionThis episode explores the potential role of AI in disrupting offshore production and accelerating in-house innovation. Penri Jones shares his bold perspectives on the evolution of workflows, modular storytelling, and why creativity remains the ultimate differentiator in an AI-driven world.Key TakeawaysThe Economic Disruption:AI is fundamentally reshaping the business model of creative production.Offshore production may face obsolescence as in-house operations leverage AI to scale and innovate.From Linear to Modular Workflows:Brands must move from traditional workflows to modular, AI-enabled storytelling.This approach enables hyper-personalized content and one-to-one consumer connections.Creative’s Tr...
2025-01-151h 07
The Top 100 in 10 Golf PodcastThe Invitational In the first episode of 2025, we discuss the annual Nish Invitational, and all that entails.The Nish Invitational is an annual golf day we organise for Nish's birthday. It's a great fun day, with a bit of healthy competition, and a lot of time spent in the 19th Hole!Learn about it's history, and what is in store for the 2025 edition.Send us fan mailSupport the showLearn more about our journey on our website Top100.in10.co.ukYou can even sign up to our p...
2025-01-0737 min
The Top 100 in 10 Golf PodcastThe Christmas Special It's our Christmas Special! We've got some treats for you over the festive period.We indulge Nish with his Tiger obsession, we have some great tips to have fun if you're brand new to playing golf on a course, and we have some PGA tour stats to put your own game into perspective!Merry Christmas from The Top 100 in 10 Golf Podcast team!Send us fan mailSupport the showLearn more about our journey on our website Top100.in10.co.ukYou can even sign up to o...
2024-12-2426 minCreativeOps PodcastEP 34 - AI Gives You an Unlimited HR Budget for 2025Episode SummaryIn this solo episode, Nish explores how AI is transforming creative operations by shifting from traditional role scarcity to role abundance. He highlights how creative leaders can spin up AI-driven “roles” like Creative Brief Coach or Chief Storytelling Officer out of thin air, without budget constraints. Nish shares practical frameworks and examples to help listeners reorient their thinking around AI’s infinite capabilities in speed, scale, and knowledge—setting the stage for a transformational 2025.Timeline • [00:01] - Intro: AI and your 2025 planning • [02:15] - Creative bri...
2024-12-1722 minCreativeOps PodcastEP 32 - CreativeOps & IHA Leaders: 4 Buckets & 4 Questions for a More Impactful 2025Episode SummaryIn this reflective and forward-looking episode, Nish explores four critical questions every Creative Ops and in-house agency leader must ask as they prepare for 2025. Drawing inspiration from Patrick Burgoyne’s four-bucket framework and Jason Holtzman’s thought-provoking philosophy, Nish emphasizes aligning creative operations with business priorities, embracing AI as a game-changer, and crafting a roadmap for strategic impact.Episode Timeline • [00:01] - Intro: Reflections on 2024 and planning for 2025 • [02:20] - Podcast updates: New series and upcoming AI workshops • [07...
2024-12-0929 min
Zen SuccessThe Diamond Model with Nish DubashiaInterview with Nish Dubashia. Nish is a British writer and Integral thinker who studied alongside some of the world's leading research mathematicians at the University of Warwick. He is the creator of the Diamond Model, an innovative framework that integrates Bohmian physics, Integral Theory, and Eastern philosophy to reveal the fundamental patterns and relationships shaping human perception. Nish is the author of three books: Gifted, Dancing with Angels, and The Unity of Everything: A Conversation with David Bohm—two of which have appeared on best-selling lists on Amazon and WHSmith. In addition to his...
2024-12-0847 minZen SuccessThe Diamond Model with Nish DubashiaInterview with Nish Dubashia. Nish is a British writer and Integral thinker who studied alongside some of the world's leading research mathematicians at the University of Warwick. He is the creator of the Diamond Model, an innovative framework that integrates Bohmian physics, Integral Theory, and Eastern philosophy to reveal the fundamental patterns and relationships shaping human perception. Nish is the author of three books: Gifted, Dancing with Angels, and The Unity of Everything: A Conversation with David Bohm—two of which have appeared on best-selling lists on Amazon and WHSmith. In addition to his...
2024-12-0847 min
The Top 100 in 10 Golf PodcastJerk That Lower Back Check out Denika's Pilates VideosFollow Pilates with Denika on FacebookJoin me, Nish, and my friend Denika, who is a Physiotherapist and Pilates instructor on this bonus episode of the Top 100 in 10 Golf Podcast.We had a GREAT chat, talking about her journey in Pilates, how she can help me, and how she can help YOU with your golf as we approach the winter months, where we'd like to play more, but the weather often gets in the way.The time flew by, and when you listen, you'll be lost i...
2024-11-191h 19CreativeOps PodcastE31 - Live from LA! The AI Meteor is a Gift for Creative OpsIn this special episode of the Creative Ops podcast, we’re bringing you a live recording of my presentation at the Henry Stewart Creative Operations Conference in Los Angeles. The feedback from attendees was incredible—people left inspired and motivated to reimagine the role of AI in Creative Operations.During this talk, I dive into the real opportunity AI presents—not just as an automation tool, but as middleware for the Creative Operations imagination. You’ll learn how to leverage AI to elevate your role, spark creativity, and drive your career forward in this rapidly...
2024-10-2334 minCreativeOps PodcastE30 - The AI Meteor: Evolution, Extinction, & the Future of Creative Services w Wesley ter Haar of MonksIn this critical episode for creative operations and creative leaders, we dive deep into the AI revolution with Wesley ter Haar, co-founder of Monks. Wesley shares invaluable insights on how AI is reshaping creative workflows, team structures, and business models. This conversation is essential listening for any leader looking to future-proof their operations and creative processes to leverage AI for competitive advantage.Key InsightsRedefining Workflow Efficiency:How AI is collapsing traditional departmental functionsBalancing AI-driven "Scale" workflows with human-centric "Story" processesStrategies for integrating AI into existing creative operationsEvolving Team Structures:Moving from rigid departments to fluid, A...
2024-10-081h 04CreativeOps PodcastE29 - Redefining Creative Operations. Adapting to the New Normal w Brianne Gallagher of WayfairBrianne Gallagher, Head of Creative Operations at Wayfair, shares innovative strategies for reimagining creative operations. Drawing parallels with Hollywood production methods, she introduces concepts like the "producer mindset" and strategic "casting" of talent, while exploring how to balance human creativity with AI capabilities to drive breakthrough innovations.5 of 10 Key Takeaways:The "Producer Mindset": Adopting a Hollywood-inspired approach to creative operations involves strategically "casting" talent based on their unique strengths or "majors and minors," rather than just job titles. This method enhances team dynamics and project outcomes.Balancing AI and Human Creativity: While AI offers unprecedented efficiency...
2024-10-021h 03
We’re Not Kidding with Mehdi & FriendsMake Nando’s, Not War - with Nish KumarIn the latest episode of ‘We’re Not Kidding’, Mehdi’s in London (again!) and this time chatting with the Nando’s-loving comedian and host of ‘Pod Save the UK’ Nish Kumar. We promise you will laugh – and maybe even cry of laughter. Nish and Mehdi lead with that - their shared love of Nando’s - and how, as Nish describes, it’s the only thing uniting a fragmented British society right now. The two also get deep into what that fragmented society looks like: the far-right, racist-fueled riots that took hold of the country this summer wh...
2024-09-2655 minCreativeOps PodcastE28 - News from the Creative Ops Future: Data-Informed Creativity w John Pagano of NickelodeonBuckle up, creatives! We're about to dive into a world where data and imagination collide in the most spectacular ways. Meet John Pagano, the maverick leader who's turned Nickelodeon's digital playground into a data-driven wonderland. Forget everything you thought you knew about analytics sucking the life out of creativity. In Pagano's universe, spreadsheets spark joy, AI is your artistic wingman, and even SpongeBob's pores hold the secret to viral success. Get ready to discover how embracing your inner data nerd might just be the key to unlocking your wildest creative dreams!That Got My Attention: Data a...
2024-09-231h 15CreativeOps PodcastE27 - TLDL: AI Hosts Breakdown Upcoming E28 w John PaganoThis preview was generated utilizing Google's Notebook LLM to produce an engaging discussion about the upcoming full episode with John Pagano. Here's what makes it unique:AI-powered Analysis: Two AI-generated hosts, discussing insights from the full episode's content.The Big Game Breakdown: The preview mimics the format of sports commentary How It Was Created:The full episode transcript was uploaded to Google's Notebook LLM.The LLM generated a conversation between two AI hosts, discussing key points from the episodeThis generated content was then formatted into th...
2024-09-1707 minCreativeOps PodcastE26 - Rutgers Creative Ops Program with Amy StricklandEpisode Summary:In this episode of the Creative Ops Podcast, host Nish welcomes back Amy Tesch Strickland to discuss the new advanced creative operations silver certificate program offered through Rutgers University. The program, developed in collaboration with Clair Carter-Ginn and Corey Dill, promises a comprehensive 12-week curriculum divided into three modules focusing on foundational concepts, organizational maturity, and change management. With a structured learning approach, including video lectures, readings, assignments, and optional office hours, the program aims to professionalize and elevate the field of creative operations. Amy emphasizes the program's value in networking and advancing the strategic capabilities...
2024-09-1225 min
The Tamil CreatorEP #125: Nish Ithayakumar - Co-Founder of YC Startup Ponyrun (AI-Driven Sales Prospecting Tool)Nish Ithayakumar is a Vancouver-raised tech entrepreneur currently living in San Francisco, running Ponyrun (formerly Nimbus), an AI-based sales tool that helps automate research for high-quality results at scale, and the company was part of the prestigious Y-Combinator program.He joins Ara on this week’s episode of #TheTamilCreator to discuss growing up in Vancouver (including the Grizzlies), playing “way too many video games” growing up, firsthand benefits of the Y-Combinator program for his startup, the Eureka moment that sparked the birth of Ponyrun, how his investors reacted to him pivoting from Nimbus to Ponyrun, leveraging a consul...
2024-09-081h 03CreativeOps PodcastE25 - Back from Summer Break! S2 Preview PLUS Dinosaurs, Conversations & OrchestrationEpisode Summary:In this episode, Nish returns from his summer break to reflect on his travels and introduce the upcoming second season of the Creative Ops podcast. He discusses the concept of creative operations as a living system, shares updates on the podcast community, and explores ideas about the future of creative work in relation to AI, data, and content orchestration.Timeline:[00:01] - Back from Summer Break & Already Missing Europe [02:22] - System differences between Europe and North America and Creative Operations as a Living System [07:04] - Introduction of the Creative Ops FM community...
2024-08-1232 minCreativeOps PodcastE24 - Creative Operations Manifesto: Unveiling the "Why" with Shane Hegde of Air.incGuest: Shane Hegde, Co-founder, Air.incShane is the Co-founder of Air.inc, a company that provides solutions for creative operations. With a background in Liberal Arts and a deep appreciation for the creative process, Shane has gained valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by creative teams in today's fast-paced, content-driven world.Episode SummaryIn this episode, Shane shares his perspective on the evolving role of creative operations and the importance of empowering creative ops leaders. He dives into the game-changing Creative Operations Manifesto, exploring how it gives...
2024-06-061h 08CreativeOps PodcastE21 - Grassroots Creative Ops: From Chaos to Efficiency w the Jeffrey Lash & Roman Kuebler of Under ArmourIn this episode, we'll take you behind the scenes with Roman Kuebler and Jeffrey Lash, the dynamic duo of creative ops at Under Armour. They share their secret sauce for building a well-oiled creative operations enabled content supply chain from the ground up, one template, one process at a time.Key Takeaways:1. Empathy as the Foundation for Effective Creative Operations: Understanding the pain points and needs of creative teammates is crucial for developing processes that stick.2. Collaboratively Creating Guardrails for Creatives: Providing structure and...
2024-05-2345 minCreativeOps PodcastE20 - Smashing Silos: Creative Ops & Marketing Ops Unite w Mike Rizzo of MarketingOps.comIn this episode, Mike Rizzo, founder of Marketing Ops.com, joins us to explore the untapped opportunities in creative ops and marketing ops alignment. Discover how these two critical functions can partner to drive better outcomes across the entire organization.Key Takeaways1. Creative Ops and Marketing Ops: Natural Partners: Creative ops and marketing ops are natural partners that should be collaborating much more closely to drive efficiency and effectiveness.2. Integrating Processes and Technologies for Speed: Integrating creative and marketing processes and technologies can...
2024-05-0847 minCreativeOps PodcastE19 - Legal as Co-Pilot in Accelerating Creative's AI Adoption w Betty Louie of Brandtech GroupIn this episode, we challenge the stereotype that legal teams hinder innovation by sitting down with Betty Louie, General Counsel and Partner at BrandTech Group. Betty shares how their legal team has been integral to catalyzing AI adoption through their simple yet effective "Green List" process, which creates a safe space for experimentation.Key Takeaways1. Legal Teams as Enablers of AI Adoption: Legal teams can play a crucial role in accelerating AI adoption by creating safe spaces for experimentation and providing clear guidelines."We...
2024-05-0159 minCreativeOps PodcastE18 - Secrets of a People-Centric Creative Ops Leader w Bethany ThorntonIn this episode, Bethany Thornton, former head of Creative Operations at Atlassian, shares her secrets of a people-centric approach to Creative Ops. She discusses how fostering communication, collaboration, and a culture of curiosity allowed Atlassian's creative organization to thrive through a period of rapid global growth.Key Takeaways & Sound Bites1. Onboarding as a Foundation for Success"That was like the biggest thing for me was making sure that we had a solid foundation for people coming in. And that really empowered not just...
2024-04-1840 minCreativeOps PodcastE17 - Creative Ops Dots: Purpose; Creative Ops Vocabulary; Change, Grandpas & Bruce LeeSummaryIn this episode, I discuss: Purpose of this Podcast: sharing my What, Why & How. "..... to facilitate the evolution of creative operations and help define what it is and what it can be......" Creative Ops Vocabulary: the power of the words we use to create the stories we want to come true (i.e. people provide feedback on time). "....for example .... the language and story of Easy Mode vs Hard Mode... changes the framing of how recipients of notifications think about their responsibilities."Change: the changing landscape of change management and the need for cr...
2024-04-1539 minCreativeOps PodcastE16 - Creative Ops Crystal Ball Gazing w/ Jeremy Wintroub of ICPEpisode HighlightsJeremy's Definition of Creative Ops (2:00)Mix of people, process and technology to bring brand stories to life"Breathing oxygen" into historically fractured creative processesThe evolving relationship between scale and storytelling (12:00)Overcoming the tension between creativity and operational efficiencyUsing AI to break free from templatized approaches to scaling creativeCreating capacity for more blank slate "storytelling" briefsFostering empathy across marketing and creative teams (22:30)The importance of human communication and ceremonies around briefsInfusing creative ops with data and insights to align on objectivesJeremy's vision for cross-functional "pod" team modelsHow...
2024-03-2058 minCreativeOps PodcastE15 - Creative Ops Dots: More on Scale & Story; That Altman Quote & Creative Ops AltitudesExplore the dynamic world of creative operations in this insightful episode. We delve into strategies for scaling creativity, connecting the dots in storytelling, and analyzing that famous Altman quote. With engaging discussions about navigating the altitudes of creative processes, this podcast equips listeners with actionable insights and inspiration and proposes a framework for bringing more clarity to creative ops career progression. Perfect for innovators, creators, and storytellers aiming to elevate their craft.Stay Connected:Companion Newsletter: sign up at https://creativeops.fm/newsletterFollow Me, Your Host: Nish Patel on LinkedInSubscribe:...
2024-03-1827 minCreativeOps PodcastE14 - Creative Ops Dots: The Org Chart DebateIn this episode, Nish explores the topic of where creative operations should be located on the org chart. He discusses the response to a previous episode on the subject and shares the results of a survey he conducted. Nish also highlights the feedback he received from the community and the conversations he had with marketing operations professionals. Nish concludes by explaining why he wants to continue exploring this topic and proposes the idea of creating a 'Creative Ops Org Chart Locator Decision Tree' BUT only if he hears from the community that they want it. Stay Connected:
2024-03-1233 minCreativeOps PodcastE13 - Location, Location, Location! CreativeOps on the Org Chart w Cella's Amy StricklandJoining us is Amy Tesch Strickland of Cella, a prominent figure in the creative operations community with extensive experience on both the brand and consulting sides, known for her expertise in guiding creative and marketing operations teams.You’ll hear about the strategic positioning of creative operations within an organization, the natural (and untapped?) potential of closer alignment between creative and marketing operations, and how this may be a key factor in creative ops maturing from a tactical to a strategic function.TakeawaysLocation of Creative Ops: It highlights the importance of...
2024-02-2152 minCreativeOps PodcastE12 - Prompting CreativeOps Leaders: AI IdeasIn this episode, I list various ways creative operations leaders can leverage AI to enhance their work. Using the T3 (Thunking, Thinking & Transforming with) AI framework I walk through some easy and accessible ways to leverage AI. To free up time by outsourcing your boring, rote work to it. And re-investing that time to use AI as a thinking partner and become. the 10x leader you can be. And continue your transition to being a strategic creative operations leader. AI Idea Categories00:00 Introduction05:54 AI Meeting Notes & Institutional Memory 12:19 AI Pictu...
2024-02-1534 minCreativeOps PodcastE10 - Fast Marketing, Calm Creativity & Self Service Automation: A CreativeOps Fable w Hubspot's Mark BradyMark Brady, Head of Creative Solutions at HubSpot, discusses the value of self-service automation to increase content and go to market velocity and at the same time free up creatives. Said differently: Deliver More, Deliver Faster, Deliver Cost Effectively. He explains how HubSpot has implemented self-service automation through tools like Canva, web modules, and email templates, allowing marketers to create on-brand experiences. Allowing the creative team to focus on "big think" work. He also discusses the use of data to inform decision-making and measure success in self-service automation. Lastly, Mark explores how Hubspot's self-service automation journey is informing a...
2024-02-071h 06CreativeOps PodcastE09 - AI Creative/Operations Wave Series w Juliana Vail of Dreem.AiIn this kickoff episode of our AI Creative/Operations Wave Series, we are joined by Juliana Vail from Dreem.AiThis conversation starts us on our journey of surfing the gentle and not-so-gentle waves of the AI Tsunami. Juliana applies her expertise from 18 years of leveraging each successive wave of new technology to unlock new possibilities and value in creative workflows. With the active participation of the audience for this live recording we tackle a number of topics. This is the first in a series of ongoing discussions where Juliana and Nish along with...
2024-01-3148 minCreativeOps PodcastE08 - The Data & Metrics Series; the 100,000 Foot View w Nickole Brown of CellaIn this kickoff episode of our Data & Metrics Series, we are joined by Nickole Brown from Cella. The conversation dives into the critical role of data and metrics in creative operations. Nickole elevates our understanding at the 100,000-foot view, exploring how effectively leveraging data and metrics can transition creative operations from a tactical function to a strategic role.TakeawaysThe Importance of Data and Metrics: Understanding and utilizing data is a defining factor that separates leaders from pretenders in creative operations.Strategic Transformation: Data and metrics enable creative op...
2024-01-2449 minCreativeOps PodcastE07 - Creative Ops Dots: January 17 '24SummaryIn this episode, I share insights and observations from my conversations with many of you across the creative ops community . In this episode I discuss the maturity of creative operations, the need for clear definitions and paths for creative operations leaders, and the importance of using metrics and data. I also explore the emergence of meta workflows in creative operations, focusing on scale and speed, as well as storytelling. Lastly, I address emerging concerns about layoffs and the opportunities for creative operations leaders to step up and navigate through these challenges.Timestamps
2024-01-1729 minCreativeOps PodcastE06 - My Takeaways from E3 w/ Michelle VincentThe 'Takeaways' episodes offer my key insights and actionable ideas from our guest interviews. Through these episodes I am sharing what I am learning and some of the dots that I am connecting along the way. Questions or a different point of view than what you heard today? Drop me a line nish@creativeops.fmStay Connected:Companion Newsletter: sign up at https://creativeops.fm/newsletterFollow Today's Guest: Michelle VincentFollow Me, Your Host: Nish Patel on LinkedInSubscribe:SpotifyGoogle PodcastsPlayer.fmPodcast addictRSSTimestamps:00:00 - Introducing Takeaways Episodes02:22...
2024-01-1217 min
The Rubasha Family PodcastMEET NISH SHARMA CEO OF PROFESSIONAL VISA & EDUCATIONAL SERVICES…🌏 Embark on an extraordinary journey with Nish Sharma, the visionary CEO and Founder of Professional Visa and Educational Services, as he shares the riveting story of a young boy from Nepal who transformed his imagination into a groundbreaking migration law franchise in Australia and Nepal.📖 In this powerful podcast episode, we delve deep into Nish's backstory, exploring the trials and tribulations that shaped him into the formidable leader he is today. Discover the untold challenges he faced and the unwavering determination that fueled his journey to establish one of the most successful migration law fi...
2024-01-1144 minCreativeOps PodcastE05 - Creative Ops Change Management - Paul Nicholson's Lessons from 20+ Yrs at Showtime NetworksJoining us is Paul Nicholson who just wrapped up 20+ years with Showtime Networks, a prominent American premium television network known for its wide array of original programming, movies, documentaries, and sports.This episode dives into Paul's approach to implementing change to reduce friction in creative workflows. Learn about his 'Product Release' strategy for change, when and how to gather team input, the science and art (or is that experience based instinct) for how to prioritize changes, how and why to sell change up the org chart, packaging change into mini releases, and measuring progress and impact along the...
2024-01-101h 04CreativeOps PodcastE04 - Navigating Creative Ops Evolution - with Dmitry ShamisJoining us is Dmitry Shamis whose experience includes brand and creative at SevenRooms, founding The Creative Brand, and heading creative and brand at HubSpot.You’ll hear about the importance of creative operations as a connective hub, the role of self-service tools in accelerating marketing experiments, and the need for aligning creative operations with business KPIs.Questions or a different point of view than what you heard today? Drop me a line nish@creativeops.fmStay Connected:Companion Newsletter: sign up at https://creativeops.fm/newsletterFollow Today's Guest: Dmitry Sh...
2024-01-0340 min
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2023-12-2901 minCreativeOps PodcastE03 - AI & the Future of Creative Storytelling - with Mofilm's Michelle VincentJoining us is Michelle Vincent of Mofilm, a creative agency focused on storytelling and leveraging AI in creative operations.You’ll hear how Mofilm uses AI as a creative assistant, the importance of storytelling in the age of algorithms, and the challenges of data bias in AI tools.Stay Connected:Companion Newsletter: sign up at https://creativeops.fm/newsletterFollow Today's Guest: Mofilm's Michelle VincentFollow Me, Your Host: Nish Patel on LinkedInSubscribe:SpotifyGoogle PodcastsPlayer.fmPodcast addictRSSTimestamps:13:03 - Experimenting with AI in creative operations16:48 - Understanding AI's im...
2023-12-2743 min
The Podghost PodcastNish : '' Putting BANGLA On The Map , Battling Cancer Was An Eye Opener '' | PODGHOST | EP.34Its the 34th episode of the Podghost Podcast! In this captivating episode, hosts Yazz and Seff are joined by the incredibly talented Nish, a singer, songwriter, and ambassador for Cancer UK. Get ready to be inspired as Nish opens up about his remarkable journey to becoming a highly successful singer, sharing the origins of his career and how cancer has profoundly impacted his life. With an impressive following of nearly 500k subscribers and close to 100 million views on YouTube, Nish has become a prominent figure in the urban Bangla scene, playing a pivotal role in establishing Bangla music as...
2023-12-221h 13CreativeOps PodcastE02 - Serving Michelin-Starred Creative Ops - with HubSpot's Kate SullivanJoining us is Kate Sullivan of HubSpot, a leading inbound marketing, sales, and customer service software company.You’ll hear about adapting communication styles in creative ops, the value of a service mindset, and managing creative processes through unique dining experience analogies.Questions or a different point of view than what you heard today? Drop me a line nish@creativeops.fm Stay Connected:Companion Newsletter: sign up at https://creativeops.fm/newsletterFollow Today's Guest: Kate Sullivan Follow Me, Your Host: Nish Patel on LinkedInResources:DISC Personality Test...
2023-12-1552 min
Chris and Nish PodcastDATE NIGHT WITH CHRIS & NISHIn this episode we discuss our experiences at different restaurants on our weekly date nights.
2023-11-2026 minCreativeOps PodcastE01 - Welcome to the Creative Ops Water CoolerWelcome to the Creative Ops podcast podcast.I created it to open up conversations about our emerging field. With creative ops in its "teenage years," we need community and clarity of purpose as we grow.My vision is to drive curiosity through interviews with innovators across industries. We'll explore experiences, challenges and wins around creative ops' core of people, process and technology. I'll also share my own hot takes on key topics and trends like the impacts of AI.I invite you to join these "water cooler" talks as we learn together. Subscribe...
2023-11-1013 min
The Funny Thing About YogaNish the F1sh Explains It AllJuly 3, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaNish the F1sh Explains It All Episode No. 21In this very episode Giana and Bradshaw talk with Nishanth Selvalingam, also known as Nish the F1sh on TikTok and Instagram. Nish teaches yoga and meditation in Los Angeles and hosts a weekly virtual and IRL Sangha gathering focused on philosophy and spiritual studies. He has grown a large following on TikTok for sharing his understanding of deep concepts in a digestible and uplifting manner, which he also does in this episode today. We tal...
2023-07-031h 02
The Smart Marketer PodcastHow To Use Influencer Marketing To Lower Your CPA, Nish SamantrayHave you tried Influencer Marketing but with disappointing results? Or maybe you don't even know where to begin. This episode will help. We have Nish Samantray, co-founder of the 8-Figure Brand, 'Arrae,' on the show for our Special Summer Speaker Series. He's presenting live from Ezra's Blue Ribbon Ecommerce Mastermind, sharing how Arrae grew exponentially when they developed this Influencer Marketing strategy. You might say that it was a fluke that Hailey Bieber bought their products (and talked about them on social media), but Nish argues otherwise, and you will hear how they did it so that you...
2023-06-2622 min
Your Art MattersE107 | Behind the Sketchbook with Nish ShahOvercoming self-doubt and reigniting passion for art. This is what we are talking about today with our special guest, Nish Shah. A self-taught artist who has been creating art from a young age, finding solace and comfort in the process. However, crippling self-doubt caused Nish to put his passion on hold for three decades, until the pandemic gave him the opportunity to reignite his love for art. It is truly a pleasure to speak with Nish about his journey of rediscovering his passion and going on to sell his incredible artwork. Despite having no formal art...
2023-05-0833 min
The Big Nish ShowWhat’s Your 20I’m back like I never left!!! On todays episode we briefly touch bases on the hiatus and long awaited return of Big Nish. Hot Topics- SWV & Xscape reality show, Woman’s History Month and the rebrand of Blac Chyna and Alexis Sky. King Cure Tribute preview.
2023-04-0859 min