Life’s Work

Thoughts on craft, pragmatism, and reconnecting with our younger selves.

Lessons learned halfway through a 365 project

For as long as I can remember, I was never a great student.

Or why “UX Designer” makes no sense to me

Because you’re doing it wrong

A definition we can all understand

How to run a debate with your design team

and create a healthier culture of leadership

Designing for moments worth celebrating

I once worked for a client where I was the only Designer on the team and the only female involved in building the product.

A model for helping people become better designers

Don’t just do design, practice it.

“Gamification” means more than in-game/in-product reward systems.

Some designers have criticized others who have chosen to spend their time building start-ups instead of solving “real problems.”

Creativity in the context of the medium

Last week I went to see Alt-J perform live and it was one of the most amazing musical experiences of my life.