05 November 2009

I Could be Don Draper

First of all, let’s get this out of the way. For those of you who don’t know, Don Draper is the protagonist in the TV series, Mad Men, which takes place around 1960 in the office of fictitious ad agency, Sterling Cooper. For three years, I’ve watched Don’s character unfold. The similarities between us are evident.

Don Draper is a Creative Director.
I am a Creative Director.

Don Draper has been made a partner in the agency.
I am the owner of an agency

Don Draper is suave and irresistable to women.
I have imagination.

Don Draper is married to Betty, a dead ringer for Grace Kelly.
I am married to Robin. She is cute.

Don Draper has a secret life.
I know how to keep a secret.

Don Draper chain-smokes and drinks.
I am addicted to Strawberry Smoothies.

Don Draper is watched by millions.
I am read by several.

Don Draper can be ice cold.
I can be luke warm.

Don Draper knows what motivates people.
I am surprised by what motivates people.

Don Draper leads by expertise.
I lead by example.

Don Draper practices tough love, often minus the love.
I practice tough love, often without the tough.

Don Draper is fascinating.
I’m hoping the blog helps me get there.

Categories: General
Posted by Paul Regensburg at 9:55 AM

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Comments

Rob Leavitt

Rob Leavitt wrote on Nov 5, 2009 at 4:21 PM

Hmm -- Imagination is a good thing, right?

Nice job with this -- and with the blog overall. I'll keep reading with interest.
Paul Regensburg

Paul Regensburg wrote on Nov 5, 2009 at 5:15 PM

Thanks. Imagination is fun, that's why this post came so easily.
LaurentB

LaurentB wrote on Nov 15, 2009 at 4:18 PM

For sure, if Don Draper had a blog, it would be like yours !
I'm a fan (of DD and your blog :D )
Paul Regensburg

Paul Regensburg wrote on Nov 16, 2009 at 3:08 PM

Thanks! DD had a tough week last week. Wouldn't want to have been him then!

On a separate note, if there are any other specific topics loosely under the theme of differentiation) you'd like to see in this blog, feel free to comment.
LaurentB

LaurentB wrote on Nov 16, 2009 at 5:54 PM

You noticed that even when shit goes down, DD is still the smoothest ?

James Bond is a fag compared to him :D

About topics, I would love to hear your views on personal branding.

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