IC or Manager, laid off twice, prototyping with AIDesigners must ultimately choose between continuing as individual contributors or transitioning into management roles.
Physical buttons going extinct, growth mindset, the design metric evolutionEmphasizing critical design thinking can refine user experiences and enhance product development.
Am I working with the right manager?Managers can be categorized into styles: process, people, hands-on, and strategic, each catering to different needs and team dynamics.
Shea McGee's Formula for Scaling Her Design FirmThe growing trust within the design team has allowed for more structured project management and deeper involvement in creative partnerships.
Why do designers become managers?The transition from individual contributor to manager is challenging.