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COMMUNITY EDITION October 03, 2025

It's time for the Leapers annual mental health and self-employment study - make sure you're taking part. Plus Zenia Duell on depth vs craft, and our usual curiosity stream and gigs.

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A curated community of over 800 independent strategy professionals - along with a network of over 4k across the globe, from CSO to emerging talent, in disciplines including brand, comms, content, digital, social, innovation and beyond.

We provide peer-support, resources, events, discounts, tools and inspiration - and work with businesses looking to collaborate with the world's best independent thinkers.

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