One Minute With: Ross Jauncey, head of Create with Google, shares how he stays inspired

Interviewer: What was the hardest career lesson you’ve learnt?

Ross Jauncey: Not everyone sees the world like you do.

Ross Jauncey: Hi, my name’s Ross Jauncey, and I’m the head of Create with Google, from Google.

Interviewer: How did you get into the creative business?

Ross Jauncey: I actually walked into the front lobby of BBDO Toronto and I got a job on the spot.

Interviewer: What’s the hardest part of your job?

Ross Jauncey: Think protecting your team.

Interviewer: What industry topic doesn’t get talked about enough?

Ross Jauncey: Probably craft and storytelling.

Interviewer: What industry topic do you wish people would stop talking about already?

Ross Jauncey: Data?

Interviewer: How do you stay inspired?

Ross Jauncey: I stay inspired by staying close to creative people.

Interviewer: How do you shake off a creative block?

Ross Jauncey: Noise-cancelling headphones.

Interviewer: What’s your worst habit?

Ross Jauncey: Definitely mobile phone games.

Interviewer: What’s the most underrated part of your job?

Ross Jauncey: Stakeholder management.

Interviewer: What would be the theme song of your career?

Ross Jauncey: “Why Can’t We Be Friends?” by Smash Mouth.