Colored by Design
By Corwin Stone, Jesse Jackson IV
A discussion series that looks at the design industry through a uniquely biased lens.
Colored by DesignMay 01, 2019
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#19 - How and Why to Decide Where to Focus
In this episode, Part 2 of a 2 part discussion, Corwin and Jesse discuss ways to determine where to focus as a design practitioner - especially as it relates to career progression. Is there tension between craftsmanship and advancement in technology companies as it relates to design? Do you hit a ceiling if you have no desire to manage a P&L or people? If you have any thoughts you'd like to share, reach out to Corwin Stone or Jesse Jackson IV on LinkedIn!
May 01, 201926:05
#18 - Maintaining Relevance in the Age of Machines
In this episode, Part I of a 2 part discussion, Corwin and Jesse discuss ways to maintain relevance as increasingly data driven products and experiences become the new normal - how to design when the things you are directly impacting are further and further abstracted away from what the end user experiences. Come back for Part 2, and if you have any thoughts you'd like to share, reach out to Corwin Stone or Jesse Jackson IV on LinkedIn!
May 01, 201931:33
#17 - Emerging Trends, Finding your Sweet Spot, and Staying Ahead of the Curve
In this episode, Corwin and Jesse discuss the ever expanding fields design is pushing in to, and how that expansion can cause tension when deciding where to focus your time. They discuss taking a toolbox approach to jobs to be done in your organization. Finally, they discuss the importance of staying ahead of the curve. Enjoy!
Mar 13, 201930:25
#16 - Trust, Happiness, and.. Sandbagging Interviews!
We’re back! (Even though we never really left 😉). In this episode, Corwin and Jesse discuss where they’ve been, trust in design collaborations, pursuing happiness, and what happens when you get to far in an interview process and realize you just don’t want the job. We hope you enjoy!
Mar 07, 201930:17
#15 - Playing Your Position, Staying Ready, and Greatness
In this episode, Corwin and Jesse discuss the importance of playing your position to the best of your ability, staying ready to contribute at the next level, and what it means to be great. Enjoy our last episode of 2018 - we’ll be back better than ever in 2019!
Dec 05, 201836:41
#14 - The Side Hustle, Self Education, and Creative Outlets
In this episode, Corwin and Jesse discuss the peaks and valleys of the side hustle, ways to educate yourself on subjects outside of design, and the ways no-rule creative outlets can recharge your creativity in the workplace. Enjoy!
Nov 14, 201835:10
#13 - Opportunity Cost and the Value of Self Analysis
In this episode, Corwin and Jesse discuss the value of self reflection when you're presented with a big opportunity - and how to decide whether or not you're ready to take it on. Enjoy!
Nov 07, 201839:32
#12 - Is Everyone a Designer?
In this episode, Corwin and Jesse discuss the value of a design degree, and speak to the age old question - is everyone a designer? Enjoy!
Oct 31, 201832:36
#11 - The Value of Good Questions
In this episode, Corwin and Jesse discuss the value of cultures that encourage open dialogue in lieu of having every answer, and how those cultures seem to create environments for excellent critiques. Enjoy!
Oct 24, 201836:44
#10 - Definitions of Design, Learning, and Relationships
In this episode, Corwin and Jesse discuss ever expanding design disciplines (and how you may be designing without even knowing it) the importance of continuing your education in a rapidly evolving business environment, and the power of on-the-job relationships.
We also make mention of being "live and in color" - keep your eyes peeled to our Instagram (@coloredxdesign) or more news on that front soon!
We also make mention of being "live and in color" - keep your eyes peeled to our Instagram (@coloredxdesign) or more news on that front soon!
Sep 27, 201853:39
#9 - Blockchain Potential, Uber's Redesign, and Winning
In this episode, Corwin and Jesse discuss the potential future applications for blockchain technologies, Uber's redesign and audience, and the importance of having the energy to tackle the important problems. Enjoy!
Sep 19, 201801:01:15
#8 - Leadership, Collaboration, and Respect
In this episode, Corwin and Jesse discuss design thinking, the value of strong leadership in the collaborative process, and respect - with lots of football analogies (and a biblical allegory?!) Enjoy!
Sep 12, 201848:08
#7 - Nike Ads, Growth Hacking and Craft, and People Process
In this episode, Corwin and Jesse discuss the recent Nike advertising campaigns and the effect understanding your demographics has on your creative freedom, the tension between the craft of design and the need to iterate quickly and fail fast, and engaging the right people for the stage your product or idea is in.
Sep 05, 201858:26
#6 - Apple and Digital Health, Loyalty, and Portfolio Tips
In this episode, Corwin and Jesse are back in the studio! They discuss Apple spearheading digital health efforts in the industry, loyalty to an individual vs. loyalty to a cause, and tailoring your portfolio to the job you want. Enjoy!
Aug 29, 201859:04
#5 - Netflix Testing, Data, Intuition, and Decisions
In this episode, Corwin and Jesse battle technology! Please bear with us as we work through the perils of remote collaboration and audio quality as captured through the internet.
In all seriousness, this week we discuss recent Netflix user testing around video recommendations (aka ADS!) data and intuition when making design decisions, and ensuring there is a proper chain of responsibility in the product design process.
In all seriousness, this week we discuss recent Netflix user testing around video recommendations (aka ADS!) data and intuition when making design decisions, and ensuring there is a proper chain of responsibility in the product design process.
Aug 24, 201855:53
#4 - Facebook and Blockchain, Conversation Design, and Tools
In this episode, Corwin and Jesse discuss recent news around Facebook's entry into the blockchain space, ways to approach designing for emerging technologies, and ways to think about the design tooling space.
Aug 15, 201801:08:55
#3 - Elon and Tesla, Apple's Stand, and Organizational Value
In this episode, Corwin and Jesse discuss Elon Musk's possible plan to take Tesla private, Apple et al. taking a stand on content on their platforms, and ways designers can provide value within their organization by truly understanding the business.
Aug 08, 201858:59
#2 - Tech Earnings, Unconscious Bias, and Design Evolution
In this episode, Corwin and Jesse discuss Facebook and Twitter's recent earnings and Goodhart's Law - which outlines how important it is to use the right measures for success. They also discuss unconscious bias, and how we should respond. Finally, Corwin highlights the importance of understanding foundational design principles - if only to know how to best break them.
Aug 01, 201859:48
#1 - Uber, Culture, and Diversity
In this episode, Corwin and Jesse discuss recent headlines around Uber's internal work culture, the effects of culture on products, and the topic of diversity more broadly.
Jul 24, 201859:46