Podcasts about design teams

In this episode, I reveal the key signs it's time to hire your first team member and how to make this transition successfully. Learn how to identify what tasks to delegate, who to hire first, and why having systems in place before bringing someone on is absolutely critical for success. This episode is perfect for designers who are feeling overwhelmed and considering growing their team.Hope you enjoy the episodeBeth xxHow to Know When You're ReadyHiring your first team member is a huge milestone, but it can also bring up a lot of fear. Here are the tell-tale signs you're truly ready to make this move:• You're constantly booked out and turning away work• You're spending too much time on admin and logistics rather than design• Your service quality is slipping because you're spread too thin• You can financially sustain an extra set of handsHiring isn't just about getting help. It's about building capacity in your business. The right hire allows you to stay focused on what only you can do—the design thinking, the vision, the client relationships—while someone else supports the execution.Mapping Your TasksBefore writing that job description, I recommend mapping out the tasks you do weekly:• Highlight the ones only you can do• Circle the ones someone else could do with trainingThis exercise becomes the foundation of your first job description and helps clarify exactly what kind of support you need.Who Should Your First Hire Be?There's no one-size-fits-all answer, but most designers fall into one of these three paths:Studio Coordinator/Admin Assistant: Someone to handle inboxes, supplier quotes, follow-ups, and schedules. This hire often gives you the biggest time win right away.Junior Designer/Design Assistant: Ideal if you need help with sourcing, documentation, or CAD work. Great if you're creatively stretched but still managing admin on your own.Bookkeeper/Virtual Assistant: Sometimes you don't need someone full-time or in-person. Starting with part-time support can ease your workload while reducing risk.Think about where your time is most drained and what tasks you procrastinate about the most. That clarity will show you where your first hire should be.The Hiring ProcessTo make hiring smoother, follow these steps:• Write a clear job description that outlines what success looks like• Create a simple application process (CV and short video introduction)• Interview for values, not just skills—the "vibe" needs to be right• Set clear expectations from day one with a basic onboarding checklistThe vibe of the person needs to be right, especially if they're the first person you're bringing into your business.The Systems ImperativeThis might be the most important point of all: Do not take on someone until you have good systems and processes in place.Without clear systems:• You'll spend all your time answering questions• Your new hire will feel lost and frustrated• You'll wonder why you bothered hiring at allIf you don't have systems and processes in place, you are setting yourself up to fail and you're setting up this new person to fail.The Leadership Mindset ShiftHiring is more than a process—it's a mindset shift from doing everything yourself to being a leader. That means:• Setting boundaries• Creating systems• Sometimes letting someone else make mistakes so they can learnYour job is to grow the business, not just run it.This episode is essential for interior designers approaching that growth threshold where doing everything yourself is no longer sustainable. Whether you're ready to hire now or planning for the future, these insights will help you make this transition successfully. Want to work together? Here are the ways I can help you in your business. 1.Sign up to our MAILING LIST where each month you will receive helpful business tips straight to your inbox 2. Start a HEALTH CHECK today. We will work together for 8 weeks and improve your systems and processes.I only have 8 spots available every month. 3. Start my course THE PROCESS so you know exactly what to do when in your interior design studio. 4. Have a look at THE RESOURCE STOCKROOM - this is where you will find our short courses and free resources to help you run a better interior design studio 5. Want to use our tool MTTD in your studio? Start your FREE 30 DAY TRIAL today.

In this episode, I tackle one of the biggest decisions you'll face as your design business grows: when to move out of your home office and into a dedicated studio space. Learn the key signals that it's time to make the move, how to budget for this significant investment, and why a studio space can transform both client perception and team dynamics.Hope you enjoy the episodeBeth xxEpisode NotesThe Home Office Reality CheckWorking from home has its perks—comfy clothes, coffee on hand, and efficiency. But there comes a point where your dining table setup or spare bedroom studio no longer supports the business you're building.Let's be honest, working from home has its perks. You're in comfy clothes, coffee is always on hand, and it can feel incredibly efficient. Until it isn't.Signs you might be outgrowing your home office include:• Constantly rearranging or working around home life• Hesitating to host client meetings in your space• Needing to hire team members with nowhere to put them• Wanting to create a more professional brand experienceThe Emotional ShiftMoving to a studio space isn't just a logistical decision—it's an identity shift.You're not just moving locations, you're stepping into a new identity as a business owner. One who is investing in space, presence and scale.This transition brings up big questions around confidence, money, team structure, and what kind of studio you're creating.The Financial ConsiderationsStudio space isn't cheap, and it's not just rent you need to consider:• Internet and utilities• Furniture and fit-out costs• Insurance and security• Cleaning and maintenanceI recommend looking at this decision through the lens of revenue per square meter: What will this space help you generate? Could it allow you to bring on another team member, raise your fees, or streamline your workflow so you take on more projects with less stress?Also consider the tax implications—office expenses are deductible, and separating your business from personal life can help with tax clarity.The Perception FactorA studio space tells clients, suppliers, and collaborators that you're established, trustworthy, and in it for the long game.It becomes part of your brand story. Clients are walking into your curated environment. They're experiencing your process before you even open your mouth and that elevates everything—your confidence, your pricing, and your position in the market.Team Dynamics and Studio CultureIf you're planning to grow your team, having a studio can be a game-changer:• Creates clear boundaries between work and home• Allows for real-time collaboration• Builds a studio culture where people feel aligned with your values• Attracts talent who want to be part of something biggerPerhaps most importantly, it creates a studio culture. One where people feel proud to come in, aligned with your values, and invested in the long-term success of your business.Practical Tips for Making the LeapReady to consider a studio space? Here's some practical tips:• Start small—you don't need a huge space in the trendiest suburb• Think about client flow from parking to signage to meeting space• Do a cost-benefit review with your accountant• Get support from designers who've made this transition beforeA small, well-located, beautifully styled space can be incredibly impactful.This episode is essential for interior designers who are feeling the limitations of their home office and considering the next step in their business growth. Whether you're ready to make the move now or planning for the future, these insights will help you make a confident, informed decision. Want to work together? Here are the ways I can help you in your business. 1.Sign up to our MAILING LIST where each month you will receive helpful business tips straight to your inbox 2. Start a HEALTH CHECK today. We will work together for 8 weeks and improve your systems and processes.I only have 8 spots available every month. 3. Start my course THE PROCESS so you know exactly what to do when in your interior design studio. 4. Have a look at THE RESOURCE STOCKROOM - this is where you will find our short courses and free resources to help you run a better interior design studio 5. Want to use our tool MTTD in your studio? Start your FREE 30 DAY TRIAL today.

Shane waxes eloquent (ok, he might rant mildly) on several aspects of the mainstream comic book industry including the direct market business model, variant covers, multiple characters with the same name, and constant status quo changes (plus the overuse of the word “iconic” these days, which isn't comics-related but Shane kvetches about it anyway). A mini-review and comparison of DC's Absolute Universe and Marvel's Ultimate Universe (which one does Shane like best). Doctor Who has been back on the air for 20 years! A sincere shout-out to Toby Hadoke. An ailing Doctor Who super fan, lost episodes of Who, and the use of AI. D&D 2024: is it a new edition or not? (and no one seems to really be talking about D&D 2024 to be honest). The tariff war's effect on game publishers and vague predictions and hopes for the future. A tribute to friend of the show Tony Dutra, now sadly gone.  Shane Plays Geek Talk Episode #282 - 4/26/2025 Like what you hear? Support Shane Plays Geek Talk on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/shaneplays Listen to the Shane Plays Geek Talk podcast on YouTube, SoundCloud, iTunes, Google Play Music, Amazon Music, Podbean and Stitcher (and other fine, fine podcast directories). Hey, you! Yeah, you! Buy cool stuff, support Shane Plays Geek Talk with these affiliate links! Humble Bundle https://www.humblebundle.com?partner=shaneplays DriveThruRPG.com https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=488512 SHOW NOTES DC's Absolute Universe https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Absolute_Universe Marvel's Ultimate Universe https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ultimate_Universe  Toby Hadoke Patreon https://www.patreon.com/TobyHadoke  Ailing ‘Doctor Who' superfan spends fortune to recreate 97 lost episodes to see ‘complete' series before he dies https://nypost.com/2025/04/13/entertainment/ailing-doctor-who-superfan-spends-fortune-to-recreate-97-lost-episodes-to-see-complete-series-before-he-dies/  DnD 5e to 2024 DnD Transition Guide and Change Log: Everything That's Different in the New 2024 Player's Handbook https://rpgbot.net/dnd-2024-5e-transition-guide-and-change-log-everything-thats-different-in-the-new-players-handbook/  Jeremy Crawford and Chris Perkins to Leave Dungeons & Dragons' Design Team  https://screenrant.com/jeremy-crawford-chris-perkins-leaving-dnd-interview/  Tariffs affecting games https://www.catalystgamelabs.com/news/tariffs-rolling-against-american-game-publishers  What Game Publishers Are Saying About The Tariffs https://www.enworld.org/threads/what-game-publishers-are-saying-about-the-tariffs.712717/  How Will The New Tariffs Affect TTRPG Prices? https://www.enworld.org/threads/how-will-the-new-tariffs-affect-ttrpg-prices.712698/  Do Tariffs Apply To RPG Books? Maybe, Maybe Not! https://www.enworld.org/threads/do-tariffs-apply-to-rpg-books-maybe-maybe-not.712908/  Wizards of the Coast Says That China Tariffs Will Have Minimal Impact on D&D https://www.enworld.org/threads/wizards-of-the-coast-says-that-china-tariffs-will-have-minimal-impact-on-d-d.713072/  Shane Plays Geek Talk Episode 252: The Wit and Wisdom of Troll Lord Games https://shaneplays.com/wit-and-wisdom-of-troll-lord-games-castles-and-crusades-rpg/  Tony Dutra: GURPS! – Radio Show / Podcast Ep. 40 https://shaneplays.com/gurps-radio-show-podcast-ep-40/  Tony Dutra: Game Master / Dungeon Master Tips & Panel Discussion! – Radio Show / Podcast Ep. 70 https://shaneplays.com/game-master-dungeon-master-tips-panel-discussion-radio-show-podcast-ep-70/  Tony Dutra: RPG News Blast! – Radio Show / Podcast Ep. 105 https://shaneplays.com/rpg-news-blast-radio-show-podcast-ep-105/  Tony Dutra: How To Create A GURPS Character https://shaneplays.com/how-to-create-a-gurps-character/  Tony Dutra: How To Play GURPS https://shaneplays.com/how-to-play-gurps-rpg-tutorial/  Dungeons and Desktops: The History of Computer Role-Playing Games 2nd Edition Shane's book! Co-authored with Matt Barton of Matt Chat https://www.amazon.com/Dungeons-Desktops-History-Computer-Role-Playing/dp/1138574643/

In this episode, Toni and I dive into the latest AI image generation announcements from OpenAI and Google and how they are completely disrupting marketing agencies, graphic design and ecommerce overall. What You’ll Learn OpenAI’s latest image gen release Why graphic designers are in trouble How to adapt to work alongside AI tools Sponsors SellersSummit.com – The Sellers Summit is the ecommerce conference that I’ve run for the past 8 years. It’s small and intimate and you’ll learn a ton! Click Here To Grab The Recordings. The Family First Entrepreneur – Purchase my Wall Street Journal Bestselling book and receive […] The post 586: AI Just Replaced Your Entire Marketing And Graphic Design Team. Here's What's Happening appeared first on MyWifeQuitHerJob.com.

En esta conversación, Pablo Stanley cuenta su recorrido desde ser un artista de graffiti en Mexicali hasta convertirse en un diseñador y emprendedor multifacético en la industria tech. Habla sobre sus influencias tempranas, incluyendo su etapa en el graffiti y experiencias algo complicadas con pandillas, que eventualmente lo llevaron a conseguir su primer trabajo en una agencia de diseño. Comparte cómo es su proceso creativo, su filosofía de aprendizaje constante y cómo se mueve dentro del mundo tech que está siempre cambiando. Pablo resalta lo importante que es la curiosidad, la creatividad y la perseverancia. También habla sobre su trabajo con Lummi, una herramienta de ilustraciones generadas por IA, y menciona usos prácticos de varias herramientas de IA como ChatGPT, Claude y Cursor. Da consejos para que diseñadores sigan siendo relevantes e innovadores. Al final, comparte su visión sobre cómo cuidar la salud mental y mantenerse motivado en los momentos difíciles.Temas: • Introducción y Bienvenida • Conociendo a Pablo: Primeros Encuentros • Inicios en el Diseño: De las Pandillas al Graffiti • El Mundo del Graffiti y su Impacto • Transición al Diseño Profesional • Primeros Trabajos y Experiencias en Diseño • Oportunidades en San Francisco • Reflexiones sobre la Suerte y el Éxito • Consejos para Diseñadores Latinos • El Balance Entre Creatividad y Métricas • Encontrando Tu Estilo y Voz Artística • La Evolución del Estilo por Necesidad • Experimentación en Marketing y Growth • El Impacto de la Competencia y la Innovación • Herramientas y Estrategias para Diseñadores • El Futuro del Diseño con IA y Herramientas Avanzadas • La Importancia de los Fundamentos del Diseño • Pro Tips y Herramientas para la Productividad • Reflexiones Finales y Consejos PersonalesSobre Pablo Stanley:Pablo Stanley es un reconocido diseñador, ilustrador y emprendedor que está dando forma al futuro de las herramientas de diseño y la narrativa creativa. Es cofundador y CEO de Musho AI — AI Designer, Blush y Lummi, proyectos con los que ha dedicado su carrera a empoderar la creatividad a través del diseño y la tecnología.Anteriormente, fue cofundador de Carbon Health, diseñador líder en InVision, y diseñador senior en Lyft. Además, es el creador de populares librerías de ilustraciones open source como Humaaans, Open Peeps y Avataaars, que han inspirado a miles de diseñadores en todo el mundo.Su pasión por la educación y la creación de comunidad se refleja en su canal de YouTube Sketch Together, en sus talleres de diseño y en la serie de cómics The Design Team, donde cuenta con humor el día a día de un diseñador en startups.

Twitch is going to be destroying a decade of gaming history by limiting all Twitch channels to only 100 hours of highlights on their account, affecting only 0.5% of active channels, which apparently include everyone I know in the speedrunning community. An entire US based team of designers has been laid off by Chinese company NetEase, even though they worked on the hugely successful Marvel Rivals. Limited Run Games has put out a warning regarding some recently released NES cartridges that may damage the cartridge or the console due to faulty voltage regulation. Then we talk with the chat about asset reuse and the Yakuza/Like A Dragon series, now that Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is out.

Discover the important distinctions between being a solo designer and a founding designer as Taylor Palmer reveals the often-overlooked realities of establishing design leadership in early-stage companies.What's the real difference between being a startup's first designer and being a founding designer, and why does it matter?Taylor Palmer brings a wealth of experience as an early-stage product designer who has worked for startups from seed stage to unicorn status for the last decade. As the founder of UX Tools and someone who's built multiple design practices from the ground up, Taylor offers unique insights into what it really means to be a founding designer.Our conversation explores the distinction between being a company's first designer and a founding designer—a difference that goes far beyond a simple title. Taylor shares his journey through various startups, discussing how he's built design practices from scratch and the importance of understanding when to transition from individual contributor to design leader.We dive deep into the skills, mindset, and experience needed to build a successful design practice from the ground up. Whether you're considering a founding designer role or want to understand what it takes to build design leadership, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice. Listen in to learn about the realities of this critical role in startup environments.Topics:• 03:01 – Taylor's Background and Experience• 05:03 – Challenges of Being a Founding Designer• 09:49 – Skill Sets for Founding Designers• 16:38 – Confidence and the Dunning-Kruger Effect• 19:40 – Building and Growing a Design Team• 22:28 – Transitioning to Leadership Roles• 27:09 – Emotional Intelligence in Leadership• 29:52 – The Peak of Importance• 30:13 – Realizing What Truly Matters• 31:50 – Shifting Gears: Design Evangelism• 32:45 – The Journey of Design Maturity• 34:27 – Gathering Experience and Wisdom• 38:30 – Traits of Successful Design Founders—Thanks for listening! We hope you dug today's episode. If you liked what you heard, be sure to like and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And if you really enjoyed today's episode, why don't you leave a five-star review? Or tell some friends! It will help us out a ton.If you haven't already, sign up for our email list. We won't spam you. Pinky swear.• Get a FREE audiobook AND support the show• Support the show on Patreon• Check out show transcripts• Check out our website• Subscribe on Apple Podcasts• Subscribe on Spotify• Subscribe on YouTube• Subscribe on Stitcher---Support our sponsors!Ok web designers. Let's talk about the “c” word—creative burnout.You're working on a site for a really big client, but between resourcing, feedback, tight budgets and even tighter deadlines—it doesn't make the cut. Wix Studio helps close that gap, so you can deliver your vision with less friction. Built for agencies and enterprises, you get total creative control over every last pixel. With no-code animations, AI-powered tools, reusable design assets, advanced, intuitive layout tools and a Figma to Wix Studio integration, you can design the way you want to and deliver when you need to.And if you're worried about the learning curve eating into time you don't have—don't be. Wix Studio is intuitive by design, so your entire team can hit the ground running.For your next project, check out ⁠wix.com/studio

Dani Snyder on leading design teams out of their silos As someone who started out as an industrial designer and who is now the Head of Design AI, Servicing and Communications at JPMorganChase, Dani Snyder deeply understands the design process and organizational design. This week Dani joins Tammy to talk about how to empower design teams. She shares strategies to help align design teams with organizational strategic goals and encourages designers to break out of their silos and remain curious about all aspects of the design process. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From stylist to educator, Beto Sanchez shares his inspiring journey while discussing the importance of mentorship, embracing creativity, and balancing career success with personal well-being.Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review!KEY TAKEAWAYS:

I've noticed a concerning shift in how organizations are handling their design budgets lately. You're probably seeing it too - companies are tightening their belts, and unfortunately, senior design leaders are often the first casualties of these cuts. It's understandable from a pure numbers perspective as they are the most expensive resource. But losing these leaders creates a significant void in strategic design oversight and user advocacy that's hard to fill.Worse still, some organizations are removing their internal design capabilities entirely and instead relying on agencies. Although an agency can do an excellent job, they will not provide the design leadership and direction that organizations require.The Impact of Losing Design LeadershipLet me tell you what happens when design leadership disappears from an organization. The strategic vision that once guided product development starts to fade. You see it happening - teams that previously shaped innovative solutions now find themselves simply implementing other people's ideas. The disconnect between user needs and business decisions grows wider by the day.You might recognize this pattern in your own organization. Junior designers become trapped in execution-only roles, missing out on growth opportunities. Their valuable insights get buried under stakeholder demands. Before you know it, your design practice loses its strategic edge and struggles to deliver the value you know it can bring. If you are a design leader or have ambitions to become one, you might want to consider attending my Design Leadership Workshop this coming February. And don't forget I also have a workshop on website conversion optimization in January. Introducing a Solution: The Fractional Design LeadLet me share an alternative approach that's gaining traction: the fractional design lead. Think of it as having an experienced design leader working with you for just a day or two each week. This setup works when you can't justify a full-time senior position but still need that strategic guidance.The value of this arrangement lies in its flexibility. You get someone who can steer your design efforts in the right direction, keeping everything focused on your users while aligning with your business goals. It's a smart way to maintain high-level design leadership without breaking the bank.What makes me think this approach has potential is how it supports your existing team. Junior designers get the mentorship they need to grow, while having someone in their corner who understands design thinking. This protection from well-meaning but misguided stakeholder requests ensures your team can focus on creating truly user-centered solutions.Don't misunderstand me, this is not a replacement for a full-time design lead. It saddens me that we're seeing the cuts we are in the design sector at the moment. However, we're not going to change that reality by moaning. A fractional design lead offers the best solution in a bad situation.Benefits of a Fractional Design LeadNow, let's explore what makes a fractional design lead valuable. Having worked with organizations who have adopted this model, I've seen firsthand how it can deliver significant benefits while addressing the challenges of our current economic climate. Here are the key advantages I've observed:Save Money: You get access to seasoned leadership at a fraction of the cost of a full-time position. Perfect for keeping design standards high while managing those tight budgets we're all dealing with.Start Quickly: Tired of those endless recruitment cycles? You won't need to wade through countless CVs or sit through interview after interview. A fractional design lead can hit the ground running within days.Keep Design at the Top Table: Your users' needs stay front and center in decision-making. Having a design voice at a strategic level ensures products and services actually solve real problems.Scale With Your Needs: The role grows or shrinks alongside your organization. When times are busy, increase the hours. When things slow down, scale back. Simple.Grow Your Team: Your junior designers won't feel lost or unsupported. They'll have someone to learn from, bounce ideas off, and help them develop. The result? Better design work across the board.Is a Fractional Design Lead Right for You?If your organization is struggling to maintain a strategic design vision, or if your junior designers are lacking the guidance they need, it might be time to consider a fractional design lead. Here are a few questions to reflect on:Are you struggling to keep a cohesive and strategic vision for your design work?Do your designers need mentorship and a champion who can advocate for them?Has design been undervalued at a leadership level since the economic downturn?If any of these questions resonate, it might be worth exploring whether a fractional design lead could provide the support your team needs.Navigating Challenging TimesSure, times might be tough right now, but your design standards don't need to suffer. I've seen how a fractional design lead can make a real difference, giving you that strategic direction while staying within budget constraints. You can still deliver exceptional work, mentor your team, and keep users at the heart of everything you do.I'm Happy to Discuss This With YouIf you find yourself wishing that your organization had stronger design leadership but are unsure how to make it happen, please drop me an email. I am happy to discuss how we can build the business case and see if we can get you the support you need.

Cal Thompson is the VP of Product Design & Research at Headspace, where they lead a team dedicated to creating user-centered designs that drive real-world impact. Their focus is to combine design practices with rigorous research to help users achieve their meditation goals. Before Headspace, Cal served as a Design Director at Fjord San Francisco. In this episode, we explore: What key metric Headspace measures for active use The small feature change that increased engagement The one trick they use for copy-editing What drives people to re-engage with Headspace How pricing (free vs. paid) impacts user engagement  This episode is packed with practical takeaways for PMs and anyone interested in the psychology of habit creation. Enjoy this episode? Rate it and leave a review. It really helps others find the podcast. Learn more about Kristen and Irrational Labs here.

Nick Schiffer discusses the complexities of pre-construction, emphasizing the importance of understanding client needs, managing budget expectations, and maintaining trust through effective communication and collaboration with the design team.   The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts:  Nick Schiffer Construction Company Handbook Podcast Produced By: Motif Media Modern Craftsman Merch: 2 Pencils  Stone Paper Notebook

Join us as we chat with Erick Gama, a strategic RFP specialist at BOS in Chicago, about his unique journey in the design world. From his college days studying interior design to becoming an integral part of a specialized response team, Eric shares how he carved out his career path. He opens up about the challenges of working on RFPs, the lessons he's learned along the way, and his advice for emerging designers eager to make their mark. Eric's story is a testament to the power of teamwork, personal growth, and staying open to unexpected opportunities in the design industry.Sign up for The Design POP's Monthly webinar as we continue to learn existing design technologies and explore new ones too! https://www.thedesignpop.com/webinarThe Design Pop is an Imagine a Place Production (presented by OFS)Connect with Alexandra on LinkedInFollow The Design Pop on LinkedInConnect with Alexandra Tseffos and The Design Pop

This is the third podcast in our Airline UX Series in partnership with 815Labs! In this series we're speaking with top airline and travel UX leaders to uncover what it takes to build outstanding digital experiences. This time, our guest is Martyn Reding—former Head of Digital Experience for an airline at Virgin Atlantic and now Director of User Experience Design at Expedia. He also developed his own platform where he is mentoring designers and managers from the global UX community. So, Martyn really is one of the best people from our industry to talk about digital experience and UX design. RESOURCES: You can find the full article with examples, key concepts, quotes, and other notes from this chat here: https://diggintravel.com/airline-ux-design-teams-in-travel/

Episode 252: In this episode, host Lori Wilson PFCI sits down with her co-host Vonda LaFever AIFD PFCI CFD and friend Julie Poeltler AIFD PFCI CFD  to discuss their recent collaboration with a top-notch video production and design team. Join them as they reflect on their experience at the Benz Institute on the Texas A&M Campus in College Station.From overcoming challenges to embracing highlights, Julie and Vonda share what they learned from working with these talented teams and how it has impacted their own approach to their profession. Tune in to hear about the wonderful lessons and experiences gained from this collaborative endeavor.Sponsored by: Flower CliqueFlower Clique Prep SchoolReal Life Retail Florist

Interior Designer's Business Blueprint   In today's episode, I sat down with Gabriela Eisenhart of Silo Studios in Atlanta, Georgia. She and her team help clients nationwide infuse homes with their fresh, modern aesthetic that pushes boundaries while still being livable. We talked about the evolution of SIlo Studios how she manages a team today that helps move projects from concept to completion.   Here's a glance at this episode… We discuss client-centric design and how to reflect a client's style in their design. We dive into slow design and trying to utilize pieces that will last a long time and are more sustainable. Gabriela shares how she has grown her team and what it took to find the right balance. We share how getting feedback from your team helps you to grow a more sustainable business and streamline your systems and processes. We talk about imposter syndrome, family life, and building a business you love and can sustain Mentioned in this episode:  JOIN: Interior Designer's Business Blueprint FREE DOWNLOAD: 7 Habits of Highly Profitable Interior Designers FREE Masterclass: 6 Part Framework for A Thriving Interior Design Business Dear Kate: Submit your questions for the show! Find Gabriela at Silo Studios Follow Gabriela on Instagram: @silostudiodesign

Too many teams are less than the sum of their parts, and building a great team requires more than just picking an all-star roster or doing trust falls. Adam dives into the hard-hitting research on what makes teams work — with members of the “Miracle on Ice" Olympic hockey team and organizational behavior professor Anita Woolley. You'll also hear some special tape from Adam's late mentor Richard Hackman, a leading expert on teams. Available transcripts for WorkLife can be found at go.ted.com/WLtranscripts 

Too many teams are less than the sum of their parts, and building a great team requires more than just picking an all-star roster or doing trust falls. Adam dives into the hard-hitting research on what makes teams work — with members of the “Miracle on Ice" Olympic hockey team and organizational behavior professor Anita Woolley. You'll also hear some special tape from Adam's late mentor Richard Hackman, a leading expert on teams. Available transcripts for WorkLife can be found at go.ted.com/WLtranscripts

Richard is back to host this week's aBlogtoWatch Weekly show — sadly, he needs a vacation from his vacation —  and the team starts right off on its usual quirky path by asking ChatGPT the price of a rhino. What does this have to do with watches? It all comes back to Hublot. (You'll have to listen to decode all this.) Then Rick chastises Ariel and Ripley for talking about too many watches last week. Once that post-mort is done, the guys spend some time talking about Ariel's recent column, whose thesis is that watch consumers don't really care who invented things. An interesting convo ensues. Back on the subject of watch books, which took up a good bit of air time last week, the team discusses the new Rolex Submariner book. Then it's on to some chitchat about watches from Casio, Sinn, and Hublot, followed by the moment we all wait for every week.... Guess the Price of the Seiko! As per usual, they conclude the show with a few rounds of Hit, Miss, Maybe. 0:00 Introduction 9:57 Ariel's Thoughts: Watch Consumers Don't Really Care Who Invented Things First https://www.ablogtowatch.com/ariels-thoughts-watch-consumers-dont-really-care-who-invented-things-first/ 15:34 Perezcope Review Of Rolex Submariner Book. https://perezcope.com/2024/09/30/review-of-the-authorized-rolex-submariner-book-and-why-the-1926-oyster-was-not-the-first-waterproof-watch/ 21:49 Mod Your Casio F91W https://www.crowdsupply.com/oddly-specific-objects/sensor-watch-pro 26:21 Sinn 903 St II Aviation Chronograph With Slide Rule Bezel https://www.ablogtowatch.com/watch-review-sinn-903-st-ii-aviation-chronograph-with-slide-rule-bezel/ 31:42 Hublot Spirit Of Big Bang Tourbillon Sorai Watch https://www.ablogtowatch.com/new-release-hublot-spirit-of-big-bang-tourbillon-sorai-watch/ 38:23 Guess The Price Of The Seiko Seiko Presage Cocktail Time STAR BAR Limited-Edition SRPK93 and SRE015 Watches https://www.ablogtowatch.com/new-release-seiko-presage-cocktail-time-star-bar-limited-edition-srpk93-and-sre015-watches/ 45:00 Hit, Miss, Maybe 49:20 Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Watches https://www.ablogtowatch.com/new-release-jaeger-lecoultre-reverso-tribute-watches/ 1:02:00 Omega Seamaster Regatta America's Cup Watch https://www.ablogtowatch.com/new-release-omega-seamaster-regatta-americas-cup-watch/ 1:11:00 Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Split-Seconds Chronograph GMT Large Date Watch In Forged Carbon https://www.ablogtowatch.com/new-release-audemars-piguet-royal-oak-concept-split-seconds-chronograph-gmt-large-date-watch-in-forged-carbon/ Check out ABTW on YouTube to catch up on the latest episodes of ABTWW, Hit, Miss, Maybe, video reviews, and more. We'd love to hear from you with feedback or suggestions for future show topics or guests. Advertising opportunities are also available. Comment or contact podcasts@aBlogtoWatch.com. You can also send us a WhatsApp message at: +44 7386 690 897.

The best operating models for design orgs are mission-driven, evolving, and team-developed. Those criteria might seem daunting, but Daniel Orbach, Lou's guest and a speaker at September's DesignOps Summit, explains how he facilitates a dynamic culture of co-creating with his team at JP Morgan Chase. Daniel outlines his framework, one where the whole team is involved. It's a dynamic, fluid process that builds teamwork, creates buy-in, and establishes a framework of periodic review, which encourages continual evolution. Lou and Daniel discuss the impact of rituals and mission statements on both teams and individuals. They also explore the impact of a team's operating models on the broader organization and how interactions with various teams can foster shared understanding within the broader context of the organization. What You'll Learn from this Episode: - How mission statements can inspire and drive operating models - The power of organic rituals and the unusual, unifying ritual of Daniel's team at JP Morgan Chase - How cross-pollinating between teams can create a shared vocabulary and increase understanding Quick Reference Guide: 2:36 - Introduction of Daniel 3:14 - Co-creating operating models with a team 4:33 - On mission and operating models 7:19 - Quarterly impact retrospectives 9:16 - Rituals and mission 12:55 - Co-creating operating models 15:34 - Why you need the Rosenverse 18:39 - Operating models' effects on broader organizations 21:00 - Shared vocabulary 23:07 - Cross-pollinating in organizations to facilitate shared understanding 25:05 - Operating models and the individual 28:09 - Daniel's gift for the audience Resources and Links from Today's Episode: DesignOps Summit https://rosenfeldmedia.com/designops-summit/2024/ Boyd: The Fighter Pilot Who Changed the Art of War by John Coram https://www.amazon.com/Boyd-Fighter-Pilot-Who-Changed/dp/0316796883 Pieces of the Action by Vannevar Bush https://www.amazon.com/Pieces-Action-Vannevar-Bush/dp/1953953204

Unlocking the Future of Organizational Design: In this episode from the Org Design Festival, experts Joemmy Ramirez and Mary Selden, join Podcast hosts Tim Brewer and Amy Springer, explore the art and science of developing effective organizational design functions within large organizations. They discuss unconventional career paths and innovative approaches to modern organizational challenges, along with the crucial elements for reshaping and future-proofing organizational structures. Joemmy and Mary provide invaluable advice for leaders, highlighting the importance of adaptability, strategic foresight, and the evolving role of technology in organizational design.Support the show

 In this fun, upbeat episode, we get to hear from one of our newest Design Team members, Carissa Wiley. An amazingly talented crafter, Carissa discusses crafty friendships, nursing, boosting your confidence as a crafter, serial killers, and more! Check out Artistry by Altenew website:Artistry by Altenew | Watercolor, Markers, & Art Supplies – ArtistrybyAltenewInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/artistrybyaltenew/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Artistry-by-Altenew-102472322591073YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCY0ifFqCq6irkxFZeQGrXgPinterest: https://www.pinterest.es/artistrybyaltenew/Craft your life with Altenew! Follow us for more design inspiration:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/altenewllc/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/altenewYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/altenewPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/altenew/Card blog: https://www.blog.altenew.comScrapbook blog: https://www.mixedmedia.altenew.comVisit https://www.altenew.com to shop for your crafting stash.Contact our Customer Happiness Team at support@altenew.com if you have any questions.

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In Part 2 of our deep dive into Apple's iconic sound design, the Apple Design Team unpacks the iPhone's trio of default ringtones, the evolution of their alarm sounds, the UX sounds of the AirPods Pro, and much more. Along the way, legendary beatmaker Flying Lotus breaks down his collaboration with Apple, and the Design Team reveals how they use haptics as a standalone “instrument.” Featuring Billy Sorrentino, Hugo Verweij and Flying Lotus. Sign up for Twenty Thousand Hertz+ to get our entire catalog ad-free. If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at mystery.20k.org. Follow Dallas on Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn. Watch our video shorts on YouTube, and join the discussion on Facebook. Get a free Netsuite KPI Checklist at netsuite.com/20k. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/20k. Subscribe to What It's Like to Be at whatitsliketobe.com RSVP to meet Dallas at the informal audio hangout at All Season in LA, on Thursday, September 26th. Join Dallas at the Sound for Film & TV event at Sony Pictures Studios on Saturday, September 28th. Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: www.20k.org/episodes/the-sound-of-apple-2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LIVE from Gen Con we explore the D&D 2024 Player's Handbook with WotC designers Makenzie De Armas and Justice Ramin Arman. We also get a sneak peak at Project Sigil, the D&D 3D VTT, and prepare ourselves to Draw Steel! Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Shawn: @shawnmerwin Makenzie: @MakenzieLaneDA Justice: @justicearman Editor: @ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 01:11 - Gen Con 06:29 - Puncheons & Flagons 09:12 - 2024 PHB 24:54 - The "Math" 32:43 - Designing for humans 36:04 - Monster Manual 41:25 - Designing from art 48:07 - Project Sigil 53:27 - Draw Steel!

Best of MTC: Live AMA with Ben Crick, Apple Design Team , Former Partner & Creative Director at COLLINS  

Senior Product Design Manager and respected UX community contributor Mitch Clements shares how he created an attentive, fair, and effective hiring process to scale his 26-person (and counting!) design team at Encino. UX hiring managers and job seekers will appreciate Mitch's reflections on: Lessons learned on screening and interviewing candidates in a crowded market, from entry level to advanced practitioners The necessity of implementing a career architecture framework and standardized assessment rubrics to streamline the process and set expectations The importance of empathy, communication, transparency in creating a high quality hiring experience What Mitch looks for when hiring senior designers/IC's and design managers Why portfolios should NOT be a requirement for applications! How posting on LinkedIn can help hiring managers attract design candidates Optimistic predictions for a resurgence of UX hiring… sometime down the road Links Episode transcript Mitch's website and coaching services Mitch's LinkedIn Please support our work with a rating and review or a throw us a few gold doubloons! Got a request for a topic or guest speaker? Reach out to Amy on LinkedIn.

Get access to the full episode, show notes, transcript and more on our Substack: https://designbetterpodcast.com/p/pablo-stanley Pablo Stanley's creativity seemingly knows no bounds. Constant doodling is a key to his creative process, and has spawned countless projects including web comics like The Design Team and Stanley and Rupert, an illustration generation platform called Blush, and most recently Bueno, a platform that lets people build virtual worlds. Pablo makes us all feel like slackers! We spoke with Pablo about his childhood in Mexico and how it influences his creativity, the wide array of creative projects he's working on, and the importance of persistence and hustle when you're earning a creative living independently. Bio Pablo Stanley is a Co-founder at Musho—AI Designer, Blush, and Lummi—tools to unlock people's creativity. He's also working on Bueno, and previously made Robotos, Humankind, Transhumans, Humaaans, Open Peeps, etc . Previously he was was a Lead at InVision, a Staff Designer at Lyft, and co-founder of Carbon Health. He gives design workshops and shares design tutorials on YouTube. He also writes a comic- The Design Team. Premium Episodes on Design Better This is a premium episode on Design Better (learn more in the announcement here). We'll be releasing two premium episodes per month, along with two free episodes for everyone. Premium subscribers also get access to our monthly AMAs with former guests, ad-free episodes, and our new enhanced newsletter The Brief that compiles salient insights, quotes, readings, and creative processes uncovered in the show.  Upgraid to paid Visiting the links below is one of the best ways to support our show: Methodical Coffee: Roasted, blended, brewed, served and perfected by verified coffee nerds

Nashville's vibrant heartbeat set the stage for the third annual BrandWell designer retreat, where creativity and camaraderie fused into an unforgettable weekend. Victoria has returned from an immersive brand experience with her all-female design team, and she's sharing the highlights with you! From paying homage to Taylor Swift with friendship bracelets and customized acknowledgements, to indulging in designer trivia, to experiencing the local brands of Nashville; this retreat balanced strategic play with heartfelt moments. Wrapping up the weekend, Victoria brought in each of the girls for a mini podcast interview to reflect on the mix of leisure and creativity that defined the Nashville retreat. The little joys, like experiencing a unique taco restaurant together and mastering the art of line dancing, became milestones in their girls weekend. As they have now parted ways, the retreat's impact lingers—a strengthened community of women in design, ready to infuse their work with the inspiration drawn from their collective adventure. Join the girls behind BrandWell Designs as they recount the laughter, the learning, and the love for branding that binds them all at BrandWell.Links mentioned in today's episode:Check out their Airbnb VenueAchievement Awards Mock UpHue's and Cue's GameView BrandWell's Nashville IG Highlights!Listen to the Retreat Prep Episode 125 For show notes, head to www.thebrandingbusinessschool.com/thepodcast/ Show notes for episodes 1-91 can be found at www.brandwelldesigns.com/thepodcast/ Follow BrandWell on Instagram. Follow The Branding Business School on Instagram. Save 50% off your first year of Honeybook using this link! Save 50% off your first year of Flodesk using this link! Get $30 off your first month of Nuuly using this link! Get up to $150 off your first box of Factor Meals using this link!

In January of this year, Paula's Design Team celebrated 50 years in business. The story began in Galva but Paula and Jim have spent most of the last 50 years in business in Kewanee. Dave Clark and Sean talked with Paula and Jim about how the business has evolved over the years, taking on new challenges in expanded services while staying on the cutting edge of the latest trends in hair. It's a constantly evolving industry with new things to learn every year. Paula, Jim and Dave also take time to reminisce about one of Dave's famous stories about the time that Paula helped a local woman recreate the incredible Bo Derek braids from the 1980 movie 10. 50 years in business at Paula's Design Team is the subject of this month's Kewanee Back When. 

Smite designer, Aggro, Smite Pro League legend, BaRRaCCuDDa, and new designer guest, Rowe, discuss the 11.4 patch and Rowe joining the design team. To match up to your first $100 deposited, download Prizepicks and use code backliners. #ad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aditi Sharma is an award-winning design executive passionate about inclusive, ethical, sustainable, and human-centered innovation. She is the recipient of the prestigious 'Dr. Sarojini Naidu Award' from the Govt. of India, '40 under 40' award from Business Elite, 'Woman Who Builds' award by Globant, and was named an inspirational woman in STEM by the Authority Magazine. As a lecturer at Pratt, Aditi curated one of the top ten UX programs offered in the United States. Aditi is a published design practitioner, is regularly invited to share her thought leadership across print, keynotes, and podcasts, such as for CampaignLive, Business Insider, AI & Data Analytics Network, Interaction Design Association, Brave UX, Authority Magazine, Inclusive Design Association, Customer Experience Network, Finance Magnates, South by Southwest (SXSW), and Product-Led Alliance (PLA) to name a few. As the Head of Design & Research at Amazon, Aditi manages a global team that leads the customer experience for 30+ Fintech products to help track revenue, usage, costs, and forecasts for AWS. Previously, as the Head of Payments Design/ Executive Director of Digital Experience Design at J.P. Morgan & Chase, Aditi set up a global design practice to build intelligent enterprise Fintech platforms. Prior to that, at Accenture Interactive, she strategized and executed customer-centric design engagements for clients such as Walmart, DuPont, and Cargill. She continues to explore the dynamism of creativity to deliver customer outcomes at the intersection of human excellence, business profitability, and technical innovation.  Today, we're diving into Scaling Design teams with Aditi Sharma. Aditi will share her journey into design, tips for scaling design teams, and her vision for the future of design. Stay tuned for insights on aligning teams, hiring strategies, and managing feedback loops. We'll also explore how Aditi approaches challenges and stays inspired in her daily routine. Get ready for an insightful conversation with Aditi Sharma on the Nodes of Design podcast! Books Recommendations       Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari Find Your Why by Simon Sinek Think Again, Adam Grant Creative Confidence, David and Tom Kelley Thank you for listening to this episode of Nodes of Design. We hope you enjoy the Nodes of Design Podcast on your favorite podcast platforms- Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, and many more. If this episode helped you understand and learn something new, please share and join the knowledge-sharing community Spreadknowledge. This podcast aims to make design education accessible to all. Nodes of Design is a non-profit and self-sponsored initiative by Tejj. Keywords: Design teams, design hiring, scaling design teams, design thinking, Amazon Design, Design systems, Design leadership

Not since the 2013 release of Black Flag's 'What The...' has semi-prominent album release featured cover art nearly as diabolical as Sebastian Bach's forthcoming 'Child Within The Man', though spare a thought for the original designer who misheard his instructions and delivered a sleeve bearing the title, 'Man Within The Child', which for obvious reasons would not fly. Nearly 5000 recycled jackets later, here we are with a printed cover which is deeply confusing (as opposed to highly offensive). Analysis of the aesthetic atrocity in question takes up much of this week's program, though you'll be pleased or relieved to know none of the music is featured. Not for the usual rights clearance issues, mind you, I misplaced the album on the "Bach" shelf and now i can't find it anywhere.

The hosts of the Aged Out Podcast, Michael Fantini and Evan Worrell, sit down and discuss GMU Indoor Drumline's 2024 Program, 'The Devil You Know', with members of their design team, Dan Schack, Travis Peterman, and Tim Fairbanks.

The hosts of the Aged Out Podcast, Michael Fantini and Evan Worrell, sit down and discuss Infinity Percussion's 2024 Program, 'We Were Here', with members of their design team, Mike Hansen, Mitchell Beckman, and Matt Albano.

Anne Forschner, BMW New Class InCar & NonCar Experiences at BMW, and Martin Groschwald, CEO of Konzepthaus delve deeper into the topic of diversity in exterior design teams. Anne shares her journey as one of the few female exterior designers in the industry. She looks at why there's still a gender gap in exterior design compared to other disciplines such as UX and interiors, due to the competitive nature of this niche. Tune in to find out why diverse teams are crucial to shaping the future of automotive design and how we can encourage more women to pursue careers in the field.

Mehr Infos zur Folge:Meine Güte, freu' ich mich: Nach viel, viel Arbeit und einigen Verschiebungen darf ich euch endlich unsere "Superduperspezialfolge" zu einem der heißesten, aktuellen Koop-Partyspiele überhaupt präsentieren! Wir haben uns das in Brighton ansässige Entwicklerstudio Second Impact Games für unsere heutige Spielepodcast-Episode geschnappt. Genauer gesagt haben wir die beiden Gründer des Studios und Köpfe hinter Super Crazy Rhythm Castle, Rob Sienkiewicz und Rowen Holt, zu Gast. Die beiden haben sich vor über zehn Jahren bei ihrem damaligen gemeinsamen Arbeitgeber Disney kennengelernt. Im PC Games Podcast 69 erzählen sie über ihre Reise von damals bis hin zum überaus kreativen und oft sehr seltsamen Party-Abenteuer, das sie Ende 2023 mit Konami auf den Markt gebracht haben. Dabei geht es auch um die millionenfach gespielten Flash-Games (Super Crazy Guitar Maniac Deluxe), die Rob mit 16 ins Internet gebracht hat. Oder auch darum, wie zur Hölle man solch ein Spielekonzept in Bezug auf den Schwierigkeitsgrad überhaupt balancen kann? Und ja, auch darum, wie man sein eigenes Design-Team zur Verzweiflung bringt... das und mehr in der neuesten knapp 30-minütigen Ausgabe eures liebsten Spielepodcasts.Komplett in Deutsch? Jupp!Keine Sorge, wer Probleme mit der englischen Sprache hat. Ihr könnt euch natürlich rundum auf uns verlassen. Wir haben das gesamte Gespräch mit Rob & Rowen für euch professionell synchronisiert. Hier auch nochmal ein kurzes Dankeschön an unsere großartigen Sprecher Carlo Siebenhüner und Tobias Meyer.Feedback? Wenn ihr spezielles Feedback zu unserer Übersetzung und dem Konzept der Podcastfolge habt, dann schreibt das doch gerne in die Kommentare oder schickt mir eine Mail (Marcel.Naeem-Cheema@computec.de) - danke!

In this riveting episode of our podcast, I sit down with Pablo Stanley, a luminary in the world of design and a visionary at the intersection of technology and creativity. As a Latinx designer with an illustrious career spanning various high-impact roles—from the co-founder and CEO at Bueno and Blush to his groundbreaking work at Carbon Health, Lyft, InVision, and Udemy—Pablo shares his invaluable insights into the evolving landscape of design in the age of artificial intelligence. Diving deep into the future of design careers, Pablo illuminates how AI tools are not just tools of automation but beacons of innovation, opening new opportunities and frontiers for designers worldwide. His predictions for the industry are not only insightful but infused with a tech-optimistic outlook, envisioning a future where AI's speed, creative variety, and accessibility are fully embraced to enhance the creative process. Pablo's work with Musho (https://musho.ai) an AI design tool capable of transforming simple prompts into near-complete, development-ready websites, exemplifies his commitment to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in design. Alongside Musho, his involvement in Lummi (https://lummi.ai), an AI-generated image library, showcases his dedication to making design more accessible and streamlined. Beyond his professional achievements, Pablo's passion for community and education shines through his YouTube channel, Sketch Together, and his podcasts, including "Diseño Cha Cha Cha," where he interviews Latinxs in the tech industry. As the creative force behind projects like Open Peeps, Avataaars, Humaaans, Open Doodles, Bottts, and Buttsss, and as the writer and illustrator of “The Design Team” comic series, Pablo's influence on the design world is both profound and far-reaching. Join us for an inspiring conversation with Pablo Stanley, where we explore the future of design through the lens of AI, the power of creativity in technology, and the importance of inclusivity and accessibility in shaping the next generation of design tools. Whether you're a designer, engineer, or simply someone fascinated by the potential of AI, this episode promises to offer valuable perspectives on the transformative power of technology in the creative world. Follow Pablo Stanley on X: https://www.twitter.com/pablostanley More from The Creative Brief Podcast: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1gpbpH7XuollGokRc2XcJg iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-creative-brief-with-brian-athey/id1720613498 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/brianathey Instagram: https://instagram.com/brianathey Website: https://brianathey.com

In this episode, I connect with Deema Aburizik, the force of nature behind the new Street Design Team, a firm that is taking inspiration from the Dutch Cycling Embassy, the European Cyclists' Federation, and other institutions to build the knowledge capacity needed to expand the active mobility networks on the ground in Dubai, the UAE and across the Middle East. Thank you so much for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend and subscribe to the Podcast on your preferred listening platform, and don't forget to check out the Active Towns Channel for more contentHelpful Links (note that some may include affiliate links to help me support the channel):- The Street Design Team- Dutch Cycling Embassy- European Cyclists' FederationIf you are a fan of the Active Towns Podcast, please consider supporting the effort as an Active Towns Ambassador in the following ways:1. Join our Patreon community. Contributions start at just $1 per month(Note: Patron benefits include early, ad-free access to content and a 15% discount in the Active Towns Merch Store)2. If you enjoyed this episode, you can also "leave a tip" through "Buy Me a Coffee"3. Pick up some Active Towns #StreetsAreForPeople Merch at my storeCredits:- Video and audio production by John Simmerman- Music via Epidemic SoundResources used during the production of this video:- My recording platform is Ecamm Live- Editing software Adobe Creative Cloud Suite- Equipment: Contact me for a complete listFor more information about the Active Towns effort or to follow along, please visit our links below:- Active Towns Website- Active Towns on Twitter- Periodic e-NewsletterBackground:Hi Everyone! My name is John Simmerman, and I'm a health promotion and public health professional with over 30 years of experience. Over the years, my area of concentration has evolved into a specialization in how the built environment influences human behavior related to active living and especially active mobility.Since 2010,  I've been exploring, documenting, and profiling established, emerging, and aspiring Active Towns wherever they might be while striving to produce high-quality multimedia content to help inspire the creation of more safe and inviting, environments that promote a "Culture of Activity" for "All Ages & Abilities."The Active Towns Channel features my original video content and reflections, including a selection of podcast episodes and short films profiling the positive and inspiring efforts happening around the world as I am able to experience and document them.Thanks once again for tuning in! I hope you find this content helpful and insightful.Creative Commons License: Attributions, Non-Commercial, No Derivatives, 2024 ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

As projects get more complex, dealer designers juggle more responsibilities - and as more responsibilities grow, so too does dealer designer compensation, right? RIGHT?! Well, apparently, not always…In this first episode of our two-part series, we dive into the complexities of dealer designer compensation and incentives. Join us with consultant Shelley Rosetta from Solomon Coyle, who helps shed light on why, despite rising pay, 80% of designers are leaving for better opportunities. Together, we tackle how Dealer Principals can better retain and motivate talent by aligning compensation with skills, setting clear KPIs, and offering more than just monetary rewards. Expect insights on transparency, training, and recognition in part 1 of today's episode, setting the stage for more in-depth discussions and survey data in part two. Stay tuned!The Design Pop is an Imagine a Place Production (presented by OFS)Connect with Alexandra on LinkedInFollow The Design Pop on LinkedInLearn more about Alexandra Tseffos and The Design Pop

All aboard! This episode we're discussing the non-fiction genre of Transportation and Transit! We talk trains, buses, bicycles, spaceships, and more! You can download the podcast directly, find it on Libsyn, or get it through Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast delivery system. In this episode Anna Ferri | Meghan Whyte | Matthew Murray | Jam Edwards Things We Read (or tried to…) The Art of the Locomotive by Ken Boyd Iron Empires: Robber Barons, Railroads, and the Making of Modern America by Michael Hiltzik Ghost Train (four part podcast by Denver Public Radio) Transit Maps of the World: The World's First Collection of Every Urban Train Map on Earth by Mark Ovenden Transit Maps of the World: Expanded and Updated Edition of the World's First Collection of Every Urban Train Map on Earth by Mark Ovenden Confessions of a Recovering Engineer: Transportation for a Strong Town by Charles L. Marohn Jr. Canadarm and Collaboration: How Canada's Astronauts and Space Robots Explore New Worlds by Elizabeth Howell Links between two cities: historic bridges between Ottawa and Hull by Lucien Brault.  Other Media We Mentioned The Platform Edge: Uncanny Tales of the Railways by Mike Ashley Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie Orient Express by Graham Greene Maiden Railways by Asumiko Nakamura Heaven's Design Team, Vol. 1 by Hebi-Zou, Tsuta Suzuki, and Tarako For 2 Weeks, Switzerland Has A Rail Replacement Helicopter Vancouver's Expo Line 1990 vs 2020 Mini Metro Soviet Bus Stops by Christopher Herwig There's a documentary movie! Soviet Metro Stations by Christopher Herwig How To F#€k Up An Airport (five part podcast by Radio Spaetkauf) Some YouTube channels and videos about trains and transport things: CityNerd Not Just Bikes Stroads are Ugly, Expensive, and Dangerous (and they're everywhere) Crossing the Street Shouldn't Be Deadly (but it is) (See the building Anna and Matthew used to live in!) RMTransit The Tim Traveller This New LA Metro Station Should be PACKED - Here's Why It's Not Denver's Transit System is Problematic Freight Trains: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO) A Supposedly Fun Thing I'll Never Do Again: Essays and Arguments by David Foster Wallace Links, Articles, and Things Note to self: Make “derail” joke about conversation going off topic. Train_Station-Katowice_Poland.wav by jgrzinich Rail replacement bus service (Wikipedia) Slow television (Wikipedia) “It was popularised in the 2000s by the Norwegian Broadcasting Corporation (NRK), beginning with the broadcast of a 7-hour train journey in 2009.” Fort Collins Trolley ‘I am done': Amid rider woes, is Ottawa's transit system a victim of its own success? Heritage Minutes: Avro Arrow 12 Transit/Automotive/Planes/Trains/Boats books by BIPOC Authors Every month Book Club for Masochists: A Readers' Advisory Podcasts chooses a genre at random and we read and discuss books from that genre. We also put together book lists for each episode/genre that feature works by BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, & People of Colour) authors. All of the lists can be found here. Traveling Black: A Story of Race and Resistance by Mia Bay Driving the Green Book: A Road Trip Through the Living History of Black Resistance by Alvin Hall Empire's Tracks: Indigenous Nations, Chinese Workers, and the Transcontinental Railroad by Manu Karuka Bicycle/Race: Transportation, Culture, & Resistance by Adonia E. Lugo Making a Chaputs: The Teachings and Responsibilities of a Canoe Maker by Joe Martin with Alan Hoover Taxi!: Cabs and Capitalism in New York City by Biju Mathew Crash Course: If You Want To Get Away With Murder Buy a Car by Woodrow Phoenix Colored Travelers: Mobility and the Fight for Citizenship Before the Civil War by Elizabeth Stordeur Pryor Why Flying Is Miserable: And How to Fix It by Ganesh Sitaraman Driving While Black: African American Travel and the Road to Civil Rights by Gretchen Sorin Overground Railroad: The Green Book and the Roots of Black Travel in America by Candacy A. Taylor  The Diary of Dukesang Wong: A Voice from Gold Mountain by Dukesang Wong, translated by Wanda Joy Hoe Give us feedback! Fill out the form to ask for a recommendation or suggest a genre or title for us to read! Check out our Tumblr, follow us on Instagram, join our Facebook Group, or send us an email! Join us again on Tuesday, February 6th just in time for Valentine's day we'll be discussing the genre of Humorous/Funny Romance! Then on Tuesday, February 20th we'll be talking about our reading resolutions for 2024! (2024? That can't be right. That's definitely the future.)  

This episode we're discussing our Favourite Reads of 2023! We talk about our favourite fiction and non-fiction books we read this year! Plus: Our favourite comics, video games, documentaries, podcasts, and more! You can download the podcast directly, find it on Libsyn, or get it through Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast delivery system. In this episode Anna Ferri | Meghan Whyte | Matthew Murray | Jam Edwards Favourite Fiction For the podcast Anna The Majesties by Tiffany Tsao  (Episode 172 - Domestic Thrillers) Jam Mapping the Interior by Stephen Graham Jones (Episode 184 - Horror) Matthew Kurosagi Corpse Delivery Service Omnibus, vol. 3 by Eiji Otsuka and by Housui Yamazaki (Episode 184 - Horror) The Best American Mystery and Suspense 2023 edited by Lisa Unger and Steph Cha (Episode 186 - Suspense Fiction) Meghan The Salt Grows Heavy by Cassandra Khaw (Episode 176 - Fantasy) Not for the podcast Jam Heaven's Design Team by Hebi-Zou, Tsuta Suzuki, & Tarako Naked mole rats do not die of old age Owls' ears are at asymmetrical heights Tarsiers have two tongues Accidental Elephant (YouTube) Matthew Ammonite by Nicola Griffith  Lambda Literary Award for Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror (Wikipedia) Meghan What Moves the Dead by T. Kingfisher Anna Daisy and the Duke by Elizabeth Cole (The Wallflowers of Wildwood) Favourite Non-Fiction For the podcast Matthew Cobalt Red: How the Blood of the Congo Powers Our Lives by Siddharth Kara (Episode 174 - Economics) Meghan Goldenrod: Poems by Maggie Smith (Episode 182 - Lyric Poetry) Anna They Are Already Here: UFO Culture and Why We See Saucers by Sarah Scoles (Episode 178 - Aliens, Extraterrestrials, and UFOs) Jam Histories of the Transgender Child by Jules Gill-Peterson (Episode 170 - Gender Theory & Gender Studies) Not for the podcast Meghan  Prairie Fires: The American Dreams of Laura Ingalls Wilder by Caroline Fraser Anna Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic – and what we can do about it by Jennifer Breheny Wallace Jam The Girl I Am, Was, and Never Will Be: A Speculative Memoir of Transracial Adoption by Shannon Gibney (also discussed in Episode 181) Matthew Thirty-One Nil: On the Road With Football's Outsiders: A World Cup Odyssey by James Montague Other Favourite Things of 2023 Anna If Books Could Kill The Meme Stock Cult (patron episode) & two parter on Nudge Folding Ideas - This is Financial Advice (YouTube) Two Point Hospital / Campus Oxygen Not Included Kirkland Museum of Fine & Decorative Art Jam Nimona (film) Shuna's Journey by Hayao Miyazaki Matthew Ducks: Two Years in the Oil Sands by Kate Beaton Nier: Automata (Wikipedia) Meghan Ten Candles Le Plonguer - Stéphane Larue Runner-Ups Jam Games  The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (Wikipedia) Baldur's Gate 3 (Wikipedia) Redactle Lakelore by Anna-Marie McLemore (Episode 176 - Fantasy) Boy Island by Leo Fox (comic released via 133 installments on Instagram; link is installment #1) Changing my name (legal procedure) Best Bakery Style Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe (cookies) Moon (celestial body) Matthew Comics Box of Light, vol. 1 by Seiko Erisawa Cryptid Club by Sarah Andersen The Girl from the Other Side: Siúil, a Rún Deluxe Edition, vol. 1 by Nagabe Incredible Doom, vol. 1 by Matthew Bogart and Jesse Holden Mimosa by Archie Bongiovanni Steeple, vols. 1-3 by John Allison, Sarah Stern, and Jim Campbell Superman Smashes the Klan by Gene Luen Yang and Gurihiru Superman's Pal, Jimmy Olsen: Who Killed Jimmy Olsen? by Matt Fraction and Steve Leiber  Books Boss Fight: Jagged Alliance 2 by Darius Kazemi Limbo: Blue-Collar Roots, White-Collar Dreams by Alfred Lubrano Chop Suey Nation: The Legion Cafe and Other Stories from Canada's Chinese Restaurants by Ann Hui Before We Were Trans: A New History of Gender by Dr. Kit Heyam The Caped Crusader: Batman and the Rise of Nerd Culture by Glen Weldon The Space Between Worlds by Micaiah Johnson A Fire Upon the Deep by Vernor Vinge Games Hitman: World of Assassination Trilogy Yakuza 0 (Wikipedia) Tetris Effect Bayonetta (Wikipedia) Video Essays The Future is a Dead Mall - Decentraland and the Metaverse - Folding Ideas Panzer Dragoon Series Retrospective - A Complete History and Review - I Finished A Video Game  Meghan Quit Like a Woman: The Radical Choice to Not Drink in a Culture Obsessed with Alcohol by Holly Whitaker Taste: My Life Through Food by Stanley Tucci Onley's Arctic: Diaries and Paintings of the High Arctic by Toni Onley Vita Sackville-West's Sissinghurst: The Creation of a Garden by VitaSackville-West and Sarah Raven Hell-Bent: Obsession, Pain, and the Search for Something Like Transcendence in Competitive Yoga by Benjamin Lorr A Sand County Almanac and Sketches Here and There by Aldo Leopold and Charles W. Schwartz Ducks: Two Years in the Oil Sands by Kate Beaton Made-Up: A True Story of Beauty Culture under Late Capitalism by Daphné B. Witch King by Martha Wells Bad Fruit by Ella King Other Media We Mentioned Thirsty Mermaids by Kat Leyh Theme Hospital (Wikipedia) 25 Food/Cooking Non-Fiction Books by BIPOC Authors Every month Book Club for Masochists: A Readers' Advisory Podcasts chooses a genre at random and we read and discuss books from that genre. We also put together book lists for each episode/genre that feature works by BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, & People of Colour) authors. All of the lists can be found here. Niqiliurniq: A Cookbook from Igloolik by Micah Arreak, Annie Désilets, Lucy Kappianaq, Glenda Kripanik, and Kanadaise Uyarasuk New Native Kitchen: Celebrating Modern Recipes of the American Indian by Freddie Bitsoie Cooking for the Culture: Recipes and Stories from the New Orleans Streets to the Table by Toya Boudy Cooking from the Spirit: Easy, Delicious, and Joyful Plant-Based Inspirations by Tabitha Brown tawâw: Progressive Indigenous Cuisine by Shane M. Chartrand with Jennifer Cockrall-King Start Here: Instructions for Becoming a Better Cook by Sohla El-Waylly 50 Pies, 50 States: An Immigrant's Love Letter to the United States Through Pie by Stacey Mei Yan Fong Modern Native Feasts by Andrew George Jr. Cook Korean!: A Comic Book with Recipes by Robin Ha A Foodie's Guide to Capitalism by Eric Holt-Giménez Chop Suey Nation: The Legion Cafe and Other Stories from Canada's Chinese Restaurants by Ann Hui Korean American: Food that Tastes Like Home by Eric Kim Indian-Ish: Recipes and Antics from a Modern American Family by Priya Krishna with Ritu Krishna 100 Million Years of Food: What Our Ancestors Ate and Why It Matters Today by Stephen Le A Splash of Soy: Everyday Food from Asia by Lara Lee Eat, Habibi, Eat!: Fresh Recipes for Modern Egyptian Cooking by Shahir Massoud The Mexican Home Kitchen: Traditional Home-Style Recipes That Capture the Flavors and Memories of Mexico by Mely Martinez Mi Cocina: Recipes and Rapture from My Kitchen in México by Rick Martinez Food-Related Stories by Gaby Melian Stuffed and Starved: Markets, Power and the Hidden Battle for the World Food System by Raj Patel Farming While Black: Soul Fire Farm's Practical Guide to Liberation on the Land by Leah Penniman Plantcakes: Fancy + Everyday Vegan Cakes for Everyone by Lyndsay Sung Chef Tee's Caribbean Kitchen by Chef Tee Vegetable Kingdom: The Abundant World of Vegan Recipes by Bryant Terry Cooking with the Wolfman: Indigenous Fusion by David Wolfman and Marlene Finn Give us feedback! Fill out the form to ask for a recommendation or suggest a genre or title for us to read! Check out our Tumblr, follow us on Instagram, join our Facebook Group, or send us an email! Join us again on Tuesday, January 2nd when it's time for trains, planes, and automobiles (and bicycles) as we discuss non-fiction books about Transit and Transportation! Then on Tuesday, February 6th just in time for Valentine's day we'll be discussing the genre of Humourous/Funny Romance.

In this week's Insights Unlocked, Alex Mullans, product lead at Figma, provides insightful perspectives and strategies for maintaining human connections in remote design teams during his conversation with Liz Miller, vice president and principal analyst at Constellation Research.

All about the South Carolina DEN STAR  Teacher Design Team .We'll be talking to Niesha Butler who is a team partcipant and an   Instructional Designer at Richland School District #2 in South Carolina .....and also from Discovery Ed, Angela Lance who works with Niesha  and the statewide team to create curriculum and PD.

All about the South Carolina DEN STAR  Teacher Design Team .We'll be talking to Niesha Butler who is a team partcipant and an   Instructional Designer at Richland School District #2 in South Carolina .....and also from Discovery Ed, Angela Lance who works with Niesha  and the statewide team to create curriculum and PD.

I'm Josh Cooperman and this is Convo By Design featuring a return of The Showroom, a conversation series with amazing design talent from across the US and around the world.   In this episode of The Showroom, you are going to hear from C+TC Design Studio heads; William Cox, Billie Thorne and James Culpepper. If not familiar with them you should be and you will be over the course of the next hour. Their work is exceptional and you are going to hear a master-class in hospitality design. Billie, Jim and Bill are a rare combination of artisan creativity, craftsman skill and as a team, they posses this ability to create spaces that cater to feeling, emotion and giving guests a feeling of home while they are away. You are going to hear how they do it, right after this. Designer Resources ThermaSol - Redefining the modern shower experience. Episode 271 featuring Mitch Altman Moya Living -  Beautiful, durable powder coated kitchen, bath & outdoor kitchen cabinetry Design Hardware - A stunning and vast collection of jewelry for the home! Thank you Billie, Jim and Bill for joining me in The Showroom, I really enjoyed our time together. Thank you to my partners and sponsors ThermaSol, Moya Living and Design Hardware for your continued support of both Convo By Design and the design community. A side note, the sponsors and partners you hear on CXD are more than companies with a product, each of the partners I work with have been fully vetted, they are owned and operated by people who love what they do and have dedicated themselves to serving the design community and customers by providing the best products and services available. If you would like to know why I am so proud to have them part of Convo By Design, email me at convobydesign@outlook or on IG @convoxdesign with an “X”. I would be happy to share my experience.  As in every episode of The SHowroom, we have imagery of thier work. Please head over to ConvXDesign with an “X” on Instagram to check it out. Thank you for taking the time to listening to the show and share in the experience, until next week, be well and take today first. - CXD

Zac and Phil got a chance to Ask Questions of Magic's Studio X team. Time Codes Below. 0:00 Opening 2:19 Discussing cards being made for a wide range of folks 4:42 Discussing the health of Standard 8:34 What is Wizards doing to cultivate analog game designers (ZAC'S QUESTION) 11:31 Can players take a hand in the design process in the future? 13:24 Is it more or less challenging to work with Universes Beyond? 15:08 Are we afraid of running out of design space for Magic? 18:01 Discussing Designer's block 19:05 Discussing Pioneer and its future 21:10 How does the 3-year Standard affect design? 22:28 What plans are there for catering to younger kids for Magic? 25:32 Advice for aspiring Magic artists 26:56 Discussing card design for multiplayer design and Legacy (PHIL'S QUESTION) 29:45 How we consider potential Universes Beyond partnerships 32:22 How does Studio X think about powercreep? 36:28 Favorite card each person has had a hand in designing 41:21 On the philosophy about unbanning cards in formats 43:49 What casual formats other than Commander do Studio X think about? 45:08 Discussing the One-set model vs the three-set model 47:06 What does "Vice President of Player Experience" mean? 48:54 What tools does Studio use for their design and testing work 51:57 Advice for aspiring game designers and how to get to work at Wizards 58:35 Favorite thing done that has improved Magic 1:01:01 Where would you like to see Magic in 5 years?

Matt was born and raised in Utah, living in Salt Lake City his entire life.  Spent a couple of years in Cleveland Ohio, and an internship in New York City, but mostly spending time in Olympus Cove, jumping trash cans on his BMX, and hiking the nearby mountains in Millcreek and Neff's Canyons, looking for his dog Oly, and trying to find what other dogs Oly had impregnated.   Matt currently lives in East Millcreek with his wife Sheri, son Isaac, and daughters Sarah and Rachel.  As a family they love to ski in the winters, hike in the summers, and travel to Hawaii, Costa Rica, and anywhere with a beach and tropical weather.  Matt's kids are athletes, and all played high school sports, primarily swimming and water polo.  Matt is a Skyline High School alum and a University of Utah alum.   Matt has been involved and participating in endurance sports, primarily running and cycling for over 35 years, focusing on cycling for the last 10 years.    Matt owns and works at Design Team, a commercial flooring and window covering company, which has been in business for over 40 years, and was started by Matt's father and mother, Steve and Elaine Dalton. Currently Matt and his brother Zach are the owners of Design Team, and current Mi Duole Team sponsors.    Things most people don't know about Matt:        Matt has the ability to self-regulate extreme temperatures by sweating like a fill in the blank...         Matt has run over 30 Marathons       Matt has perfected the art of crashing on dirt, with on one gravel ride crashing 3+ times.         Matt does come from LDS Church royalty.  His mother Elaine Dalton was president of the Young Women's association for the church, and liked to make “cinnamon rolls in the shape of temples” (Utah accent)        Matt was a BYU fan for a short period of time, and has a secret man crush on Mitt Romney.  He has overcome his BYU affliction.       Matt is terrible at making TikTok videos, FACT.    

Kevin Tufts is the real deal when it comes to tech and design. With over two decades of experience working across a number of companies in the Bay Area — Lyft, SendGrid, and Twilio, to name a few — he's now a product designer at Meta working on their Creation team. So believe me, we had a LOT to talk about.Our conversation begin with a look at the current climate inside Meta (pre-Threads, FYI), and he gave some thoughts on where the company is going as it approaches its 20th anniversary. From there, Kevin talked about his path to becoming a product designer, and we took a trip down memory lane recalling the early days of web design and what it was like working during such rapidly changing times. He also spoke on what he loves about product design now, and how he wants to help the next generation of designers through mentorship.Kevin's secrets to success are simple: seize opportunities for growth where you can, embrace collaboration, and remain flexible. Now that's something I think we could all take to heart!LinksKevin Tufts' WebsiteKevin Tufts on LinkedInFor a full transcript of this interview, visit revisionpath.com.==========Donate to Revision PathFor 10 years, Revision Path has been dedicated to showcasing Black designers and creatives from all over the world. In order to keep bringing you the content that you love, we need your support now more than ever.Click or tap here to make either a one-time or monthly donation to help keep Revision Path running strong.Thank you for your support!==========Follow and SubscribeLike this episode? Then subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you find your favorite shows. Follow us, and leave us a 5-star rating and a review!You can also follow Revision Path on Instagram and Twitter.==========CreditsRevision Path is brought to you by Lunch, a multidisciplinary creative studio in Atlanta, GA.Executive Producer and Host: Maurice CherryEditor and Audio Engineer: RJ BasilioIntro Voiceover: Music Man DreIntro and Outro Music: Yellow SpeakerTranscripts are provided courtesy of Brevity and Wit.☎️ Call ‪626-603-0310 and leave us a message with your comments on this episode!Thank you for listening!==========Sponsored by Brevity & WitBrevity & Wit is a strategy and design firm committed to designing a more inclusive and equitable world. They are always looking to expand their roster of freelance design consultants in the U.S., particularly brand strategists, copywriters, graphic designers and Web developers.If you know how to deliver excellent creative work reliably, and enjoy the autonomy of a virtual-based, freelance life (with no non-competes), check them out at brevityandwit.com.Brevity & Wit — creative excellence without the grind.

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