Hello hello

I'm a creative leader, author, spinner of yarns, motivational speaker and Tigger Type.

Whether I'm de-fending the honor of pearl-clutching, navigating the eternal dichotomies of curly hair, or unpacking the weird world of male looksmaxxing, my stories blends cultural critique with a signature tongue-in-cheek wit.

I Never Succumb to Beige!

I believe you can’t let life happen to you—if your ship doesn’t come in, you need to swim out to it. I also believe, like Sophia Loren, that mistakes are one of the dues one pays for a full life. Diamonds are, after all, only coals that stuck to the job!

I write and record stories for people who wear their metaphorical high-viz vests with flair and panache… or want to. Whether the panache in question is Ming or bling, no problem.

If my philosophy resonates, you'll love my monthly newsletter, The Colourful Times. Hit the 'Subscribe’ button below so you don’t miss a story!

Thanks for stopping by.

Frances

The Colourful Times

My Books

Motivational Speaking

If you’re craving a monthly burst of creativity and inspiration, my newsletter, The Colourful Times, delivers just that! Wit, wisdom & whimsy direct to your mailbox.

You also get a Free PDF of My Concise A-Z Guide to Colourful Living.

I aim to make my writing as upbeat as possible, and I imbue it with all the brio and humour I can. I hope anyone who reads my stories is inspired, maybe a little challenged to think differently or more deeply, and maybe nod in agreement as they read because it strikes a chord.

I had fun at a recent International Women's Day event at Hawek's Bay Chamber of Commerce, asking the amazing women present What Colour Is Yout Leadership Style and whether they're a Pink Bore or a Beige Disruptor. I'm in the branding business, so I took huge licence with the design metaphor.

My day job

Becoming managing director and owner of creative agency anddesign studio Moxie Communications in 2010 was the natural extension to a career focussed on helping great ideas reach the world.

I’ve worked with people and organisations of every type to help them create and manage standout, impactful brands and strategic visual communications.

I believe everyone should have access to high calibre brand thinking, so I've just launched our online learning platform the Brands With Moxie Academy. It's for people at any stage on their brand journey who understand that a compelling and believable brand puts them on a faster track to success.