Telling stories

Our stories

We cut through complexity and uncertainty. We unlock the power of honesty and transparency by using evidence and rich detail in our storytelling.  Cogent Content will show how to develop a distinct written, verbal and visual identity and speak like you really speak. 

Minutes are kept, hours are lost
Andy Furlong Andy Furlong

Minutes are kept, hours are lost

We all spend far too much time 'in meetings', and some of these meetings can prove challenging. Here are some thoughts on improving the effectiveness of your meetings and increasing the chances of reaching a 'good' decision before you enter the meeting room.

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Are you living on the edge?
Andy Furlong Andy Furlong

Are you living on the edge?

We all regularly encounter people who seem wired most of the time. This frame of mind often results in jumping to the wrong conclusions and poor decision making. Or, to put it more kindly, actions based on beliefs that are not grounded in sound data and thoughtful analysis.

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The onion explained
Andy Furlong Andy Furlong

The onion explained

The first step on the journey to overcoming this fear is to ‘know thyself’ and how your personal values and beliefs overlap with those of your organisation, project team, club or social group.

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Good people

Check out these links to some of our favourite businesses and organisations. Here you’ll find a mix of legislatures, commercial companies, think tanks, NGOs and gurus who share data, analysis and insight about society and where we might be heading.