Helping a CXO let go
I’ve seen CEOs who are deeply involved in color schemes, CTOs who want to control every architecture decision and product leaders who are very particular about agile rituals. I’ve written before about how to manage up. If you want to manage a CXO (CEO, CPO, CTO or one of the random other ones) and get […]
Congratulations you’re a design lead or manager, here’s what no one probably told you
If you’re reading this, you are probably good. You probably are a talented product or UX designer who has done quality work. You know the latest tools, trends and techniques. People in your company respect your knowledge, creativity and your contributions. These are all wonderful things and they aren’t going to help you be a […]
The problem with big bang design
It starts with a really fancy deck in your inbox. I’ve received these as both an internal head of UX and as a product consultant. The deck is lovely, comprehensive, well written and detailed. It makes be a bit jealous. The problem is that only about 15% of what’s in it will actually be implemented […]
Intuitive isn’t easy
Everyone says a product should be intuitive and they’re right except it’s doesn’t mean what you think it means. Also making something intuitive is really hard I find this object very intuitive to identify and use. I can put it bounce it while standing still or running, quickly deliver it to another person at a […]