Derek Johnson

Visionary
DISC Type : Ds

Digital Design Director - Digital Platforms & Marketplaces at UBS

Zürich Metropolitan Area, Switzerland

Overview

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Personality Overview

Risk Tolerant

Early Adopter

Direct & Assertive

Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them.  They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together. They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily.

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Work History

5-2017
Digital Design Director - Digital Platforms & Marketplaces at UBS
1-2016
Digital Brand Strategist, Creative Director, Art Director, UI Designer at Swisslinx
10-2014 - 1-2017
Interactive Art Director / UI Designer at The Sagehaus
2015 - 2016
Creative Director / Digital Designer - Consultant at PlanetEcosystems
2015 - 2015
Freelance Creative Director at George P Johnson Experience Marketing

Education

2000 - 2004
Certificate of Successful Completion from Schule für Gestaltung, Zurich, Switzerland
1989 - 1993
Associate of Arts (AA) from Santa Barbara City College

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Insights For Selling To Derek

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Come across as a trustworthy professional and be respectful, they usually know their game
  • Suggest clear next steps with confidence, don't be vague or hesitant
  • During followups, use phone or text if needed, they should be fine

DONT's

  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite
  • Don't go over them unless you are left with no other option
  • Don't take their patience for granted, avoid long-winding sermons

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Derek is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Derek

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Derek move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Derek take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Derek

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