How to Pick the Grays in Your Design System Color Palettes for Product Design
Let’s admit it. Creating color palettes in Product Design is a tough feat to do well, and there doesn’t seem to be much of a process besides trial and error…
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Apps That Make MacOS a Better Operating System to Use
Even as an Apple fanboy that loves MacOS and iOS, I know that like any software, it isn’t perfect. Not to mention the lack of customization options and (at times)…
How to Put Your Music on Streaming Services Without a Record Label
After releasing over 9 albums of music I’ve had a couple folks reach out to me about being inspired to make their own music (thanks to those that did!) and…
Why to Seek Unfamiliarity in Your Next Full-Time Job
As of when I am writing this, I am starting my first day at my new job tomorrow. I’ll be starting as a Product Designer at Dave, a financial tech company…
How I’m Managing My Debilitating Anxiety and Depression
Feels good to say that publicly. The past few weeks have been pretty tough for me on a personal level and I’m not someone to bring up personal issues often….
Finding Purpose in Life Outside of Your Work
Design, code, and the pursuit of being better at each was all I lived and breathed in college. It’s all I ever thought about, to the point of me daydreaming…
How Blogging Can Make You a Better Remote Employee
Working remotely is all the rage nowadays. Companies can hire more diverse sets of people, save money on salaries, and find the best people fit for the job. After all, 43%of…
You Don’t Lack Motivation to Get Started, You Lack Clarity
Starting a new endeavor is typically difficult. You’re excited to get started and have all kinds of ideas in mind as to how you can be successful in this, seemingly…
Knowing When and Where to Seek Feedback on Your Ideas
Sharing an idea is like passing around an ice cube in a room of people. When you first have the idea it’s a good size and it’s sturdy. It has potential…
Easy Ways to Make Your Product Design Work Better Designed
Over the 5+ years I have been working in the tech world on websites and products, I’ve come to learn that the combination of many small details come together to…
The Struggle of Having Too Many Interests
Ihave been struggling quite a bit lately coming to terms with the various interests and pursuits I have in life. Feels like a strange statement to say if I’m being…
How to Find Great New Music on Spotify
As a music lover and artist myself, I’m always looking for new music to keep me inspired and motivated whether I’m working, at the gym, or just relaxing. I switched…
Ways to Use an iPad for Product Design Work
Apple’s iPad is advertised as a stand alone device that can replace a laptop, but for many this definitely isn’t the case yet. For example, as a Product Designer, I…
How a Creative Outlet Can Benefit Your Creative Profession
If you’re someone who is lucky enough to work in the creative field, you probably know how difficult it is to work in the same vein of creative work outside…
How to Be Well Prepared for Morning Standups
Since joining MetaLab a few months ago, I’ve had to transition back into daily stand-ups after not having them since I worked at Satchel last year. While stand-ups are incredibly useful in…