Why Design Is Hard
Scott Berkun, Bob BaxleyHelping designers reframe their frustrations into solvable problems.
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The 5 big lessons designers must learn
Much of my work here has been about teaching important truths that are overlooked in design school and culture. As we head into the fall it’s a good time to revisit the 5 most important lessons for all designers to learn.
Here they are:...
Rules for people who don't like rules
Hi folks. A break from design this week to help me pay the bills (remember this Substack has always been free!).
This post shares with you the first chapters of my new book, How to Live: Rules for People Who Don’t Like Rules. It’s out...
Feeling ignored? Here’s what to do
One of the hardest situations designers face is being ignored. Here’s my advice on how to deal with this situation and make the most of it.
When no one listens to your suggestions
What happened. Let’s be realistic. If no one ever took...
Video: Design Courage w/Bob Baxley
Thank you , , , and many others for tuning into my live video with . Hope you had fun and enjoyed our the conversation.
Live event: Design Courage, with Bob Baxley
I’m excited to invite you to join me for this live event next week.
What: Design Courage: Bob Baxley
When: Wednesday, August 26 · 4:00pm PT
Where: here on Substack
No one is coming to champion your work. Not your manager, not you...
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Scott Berkun is the bestselling author of many books including Making Things Happen, The Myths of Innovation and How Design Makes The World. He is a full time writer and speaker. http://www.scottberkun.com/
I am a designer who lives and works in Silicon Valley.
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