PinnedPublished inThe StartupReflections on a Year in Product ManagementImportant and actionable insights from my first year in ProductFeb 28, 2021Feb 28, 2021
Published inUX CollectiveLearning to be vulnerable through designVulnerable — Susceptible to physical or emotional attack or harm. Since UX doesn’t involve the use of long range, melee, or magical…Aug 20, 2020Aug 20, 2020
Published inAn Injustice!So, What Is Your Diversity and Inclusion Strategy?It cannot just be about hiring more Black people or other people of color.Jun 30, 2020Jun 30, 2020
Losing My WhitenessI’ve been watching videos of myself conducting user interviews for a project. While watching one I was struck by several thoughts.Jun 8, 2020Jun 8, 2020
Ivan’s InfernoThose of us who own black cats might have to put up with some less than desirable cat shenanigans and traits: very talkative, very…Aug 27, 2019Aug 27, 2019
The DressI got married over 4 years ago and my wedding dress is still hanging up in a closet in a garment bag. Uncleaned at that. Yes, I’m aware…Feb 14, 20193Feb 14, 20193
Published inUX CollectiveUser research & Google Analytics — a UX case studyA tool has a prescribed use, but it can be used for many purposes. Take a flat-head screwdriver for example. The flathead can turn a…Feb 9, 2019Feb 9, 2019
Published inUX CollectiveEmpty spaces — a UX case studyNo, this is not about Gestalt principles. It’s about problem spaces, competitive spaces, and opportunities. It’s about my 4th project UX…Dec 5, 20181Dec 5, 20181
Published inUX CollectiveInformation architecture and grief — a UX case studyI lost my mother to lung cancer in 2015. About 4 months passed between the time she told me about her cancer and the day she died. It was a…Nov 16, 2018Nov 16, 2018
Published inUX CollectiveApplying UX to group dynamicsWe just wrapped up our first group project. I’m both relieved and sad that the time with my team has come to an end.Nov 5, 2018Nov 5, 2018