A list for designers who feel stuck, need inspiration or hungry for knowledge. — These books have been the most impactful books in my work+life. They have helped me stay inspired, learn from the experts and motivate my best work. Use these books to examine your beliefs, attitudes, habits and skills. …

“You don’t have what it takes.” “You’re not talented. You got lucky.” “You’ve waited too long, you will never be as good as …” “You’re not like them. You don’t belong here.” Ever since I was a kid, I’ve always struggled with the idea of natural talent. I thought that…

Since earning my Bachelor of Computer Science in 2008, I have taken every opportunity to travel (52 countries so far), work and live abroad. Whilst traveling, I learned the importance of diversity in perspective, and how healthy communities thrive in systems where value can be easily created and exchanged. More…

Continue helping others by starting to help yourself. — “Today I escaped anxiety. Or no, I discarded it, because it was within me, in my own perceptions — not outside.” — Marcus Aurelius, Meditations Abstract A negative mindset can kill your creativity, spark unhealthy conflict, damage workplace relationships and impact your wellbeing. …

This reading list is for anyone who wants to learn or deepen their knowledge in the disciplines of User Research, Usability, Information Architecture, User-Interface Design, Interaction Design, Content Strategy or Experience Strategy. The list is broad and includes books that exemplify design thinking, processes, methods, principles and best practices. …

How to become a better designer by telling the story of you behind your work. — Your portfolio is a story about you and your work — your expression of growth through all the obstacles, surprises, successes and failures. This is your epic. Illuminate the arc of your career and why you matter. For the audience, your portfolio showcases your problem-solving superpowers, hard and soft skills…