Blog Posts

  • Food’s Effect on Attention

    As I continue my journey of learning why I can’t seem to pay attention like I used to, I became aware of the (likely) possibility that a western diet, one that includes high levels of saturated fat and processed carbohydrates, could have a larger impact on my attention span than I previously thought. In chapter…

  • Ideation Methods: What They Are and How They Work

    As a designer, I’ve always thought I had a knack for developing creative solutions and sharing my ideas with others, but as I continue to look deeper into my abilities, I realize I’ve just scratched the surface of ideation possibilities. When I work individually, I can go about problem solving in any way that makes…

  • 4-Day Work Weeks: Is it the answer to our constant stress?

    Right now, a 40-hour, Monday through Friday work week is the golden standard across the globe. It wasn’t always this way; this concept only became protocol in the early 20th century. Following the rise of industrialism, workers demanded an extra day off, resulting in what we now have as weekends. Henry Ford implemented the 40-hour,…

  • POV: You Learn about Point of View Statements

    In the world of UX design, defining a problem sounds like a piece of cake, but knowing the right problem to address takes a bit of work. This is where point of view statements come into play. A point of view (POV) statement is an actionable problem statement that allows you to ideate in a…

  • Exploring the Practice of Project Management

    Recently, I was introduced to the world of project management. As I earn my masters in interactive media and communications, the practice of keeping myself and others on task is essential for my future aspirations. As a graphic designer, I keep track of my projects in my planner and on sticky notes, which isn’t the…