An inside look at our latest explorations and undertakings.
Less panic, more purpose
Another reason to take a deep breath and release some of the anxiety that AI will put us all out of work. This one harkens back to c&t’s signature question: What problem are you trying to solve? (JSYK this article requires an account to read.)
Marketing trends
In this piece from Exploding Topics, AI is front-and-center. From generative-AI content creation to chatbots, personalized experiences, and even visual search, the article gives us a look at how marketing teams are evolving. It’s not just “tools change”—it’s a strategy shift.
Brand reports
Sure, AI’s everywhere right now, but it’s not the only thing worth watching. It’s also that time of the year again. The brand reports are here. Wondering who’s really ruling the brand world right now? Two fresh reports dig deep into what makes a name stick—and stay—at the top.
But wait, there’s more
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Around the Agency – March 2026 Edition
We’ve been looking for ways to help here in Minneapolis and have been deeply moved by the support pouring in from across the country.
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The Stillpoint: A cat&tonic Reflection
Closing 2025 & Opening 2026 “At the still point of the turning world, there the dance is.” - T.S. Eliot This year didn’t explode with a single [...]
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