Career Switch

The baggy linen pants, the bold rectangular red eye frames, the ruler hanging off an ear (this sadly I have never seen yet)…I glamourized the idea of being an architect. Less than a year into my degree, I quickly realised that my decision to enrol into architecture (a decision I…

Everyone is allowed to make mistakes in life, right? But dwelling on mistakes is worse than making them in the first place. I couldn’t stop thinking for years that how could I slip a bright career from my hands. …

Hello! I’m Elisha, and in this article, I’m going to share my personal journey of transitioning into UX design. From my background in healthcare (Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine) to my decision to pursue this creative career, I’ll share some insights I have picked up so far. …

TL; Dr- UX Designers: Actors ::Users: Characters but sometimes also Users: Audience Members. Analogies abound, and empathy reigns supreme. Tech and Entertainment grow inextricably linked day by day, from the macro use of computer generated SFX in film to the advent of projection replacing painted sets in middle school theater…

This article was previously published at cobeisfresh.com. You’ve been working at the same company for a while now, you enjoy the culture, you identify with the company’s values, and you adore your team — but something’s missing. Your job doesn’t excite you anymore. Is it because you don’t see room…

From a young age we are asked this question- “What do you want to be when you grow up?” and my answer for a good time was “A Doctor”. I was happy as the answer made my parents also happy. Fading childhood dreams But as I grew older this dream…

Dear Creative Friends, It’s time for a change. As a graphic designer and digital marketer, I’ve had the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects, from brand strategy and identity design to web design and digital marketing campaigns. But for a while now, I’ve felt like there’s something…

If there’s one field that has a high potential for making a good income, that keeps your mind sharp… it’s got to be “getting techy with it”. And you’re wondering (rightly so), how to get in on the act? You’re asking yourself, “how can I position myself to take advantage…

Taking on the challenge to lead a vibrant community with a wealth of talented individuals. — Challenges often come to people uninvited. Some, however, do not wait to be ambushed. Instead, they actively leave their comfort zone and seek new challenges to conquer. Whether switching career lanes or taking on new responsibilities, they take it on with a sense of excitement and determination. …