Gijs van de Wal - Design Director at Design and Innovation Agency AKQA

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Gijs is Design Director at design and innovation agency AKQA.He started life as an awkward child, who found it tricky to fit it. Navigating his early life with more questions than answers, it was tough to stand out, when all he wanted to do was fit in. Now however, being different is his super power. Today Gijs consults with world famous big brands about how they can stand out! He approaches life with mischief and can find the fun in any situation! In this episode he talks about how he has honed his mind to see the world through a more joyful lens; turning pain into passion. He talks about his journey to leadership and the importance of finding your own voice, embracing neurodivergence ... And he shares an ingenious way of turning messy information into meaningful designs.

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