PinnedSam LadnerDesign researchers must think fast and slowResearch into brain science offers some surprising insights for guiding research practice. These findings suggest that the scientific…May 11, 20155May 11, 20155
Sam LadnerWhy I decided to self-publish my second bookYou know it’s true what they say — the second baby is much more of a blur than the first. My good friend Carol likes to tell the story…Jan 18, 2020Jan 18, 2020
Sam LadnerMixed Methods: A Short Guide to Applied Mixed Methods ResearchMy latest book has just been released! I describe why mixed-methods research is so challenging. It’s semi-autobiographical, in the sense…Jun 1, 2019Jun 1, 2019
Sam LadnerWhat even IS this? Why tech companies are still failing usWhy do we know so little about the social implications of technology? It plays a starring role in everyday life, as essential as food…Dec 3, 2018Dec 3, 2018
Sam LadnerWhat technologists can learn from the tragic Greek myth of CassandraLately we’ve been inundated with news about how terrible technology is, and how “no one could have known” what awful outcomes would come…Oct 30, 2018Oct 30, 2018
Sam LadnerThe Desirability of HandbagsHandbags, like technology, can become part of your “everyday carry” — if they fit into your everyday life. Sometimes a handbag doesn’t…Jan 10, 2018Jan 10, 2018
Sam LadnerThe Usability of HandbagsTechnology seems exotic, but it’s actually just another new object in our everyday lives. How handbags become part of our “everyday carry”…Jan 8, 20181Jan 8, 20181
Sam LadnerNo news is good newsI had my doubts about this study. I was pretty sure studying English-language newspaper reading was not really going to reveal the insights…May 19, 2017May 19, 2017
Sam LadnerWhy Cortana doesn’t work at workMicrosoft is betting that Cortana will bring AI to the workplace. Here’s why that won’t happen.Aug 30, 20162Aug 30, 20162
Sam LadnerMaking hard choicesOver the holidays, I had a chance to reflect and consider my future. I found myself unsatisfied with my daily work. Somewhat…Jan 22, 2016Jan 22, 2016