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Letter as new UXPA Boston President
Happy new year, everyone! As we start a new year, I am thrilled to officially begin my term as the incoming president of the Boston chapter of UXPA and continue the efforts of our outgoing President, Bob Thomas. I also want to thank Lisa Spitz, concluding her tenure on the UXPA Boston board, for all…
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Managing remote design teams
Managing a design team remotely can present unique challenges, but with the right strategies in place, it can also be an incredibly effective way to work. Here are some tips for managing a remote design team: Clearly communicate expectations and goals. Use the right tools. Set up regular check-ins. Encourage open communication. Provide support and…
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Action Design Radio looking for new producer
Zach Simon is stepping down as the producer of Action Design Radio. Zach has been involved with the Action Design Network (ADN) since 2015 and eventually becoming lead organizer for the Chicago ADN city chapter. Since the launch of the podcast in 2017, Zach has produced nearly 40 episodes with hosts Erik and Zarak. Episodes…
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Building relationships to support a design practice
To further build a design practice within an enterprise setting, it is vital to establish strong partnerships and relationships with key stakeholders within the organization. This could include working closely with business leaders, product managers, and other cross-functional teams to identify areas for design innovation and to align the design practice with the overall goals…
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Looking back at 2021
This has been an exhausting year. I was a part of the second cohort of the NYC[x] Innovation Fellows, a program with USDS and the NYC Office of the CTO. I was part of the team working to improve how the city’s procurement process engages with minority- and women-led businesses (M/WBE). Not all of the…