Originally published March 06, 2014
Seemingly forever ago I wrote about how we’re only human and that we shouldn’t be expected to do everything. I argued that there is this invented, and unhealthy, pressure to produce.
My work title has been “Web Designer” for 7 out of the 9 years I have been in the workforce post-college.
The last two years it’s been a combo of front-end developer and UX designer/lead.
This is not a how-to guide to read faster. Or to comprehend more. It’s what I’m doing.
Last year I “read” over 50 books. The quotations are there because I’m never sure how to qualify audiobooks. About half the books I “read” were audiobooks. Let’s say I finished 50…
The worst thing you can do to someone is write them off. Unworthy of your time, support, and empathy.
I’ve watched younger designers and developers starting out. Eager to learn and grow be completely mismanaged.
I’m of the opinion that you should always be learning. Expanding your knowledge in some area.
It doesn’t matter that it is, either. Dedicating your time to learning will enrich your life.
I used to think, “the world doesn’t need another twitterbot, another weather app.” Shouldn’t we be focusing on other things that actually matter? That could actually help someone?
The world does need more inquisitive individuals, though. Those drawn to tinker and…
The term “self-taught” is used too often by too many today. Just because you didn’t go to school for what they’re doing…