My Principles
Commandments from past projects as they pertain to Leadership, Design Direction, and UX / UI Design
Leadership Principles
I have been very motivated from early on to create collaborative environments that breed success for all team members involved—and doing so sustainably.
(If one is invested, they’re going to be more motivated to work hard)
(Team comes out stronger at the end than when they first began)
(Invest in those who show up and deliver, re-engage the rest)
(Everyone gets the same chance to succeed and are encouraged to use it)
(Celebrate individual accomplishments as a team)
(Iterative product design is long play, so keep a healthy pace)
(After completion of every project, take a moment to reflect, learn, and grow)
(Defeat is permanent only when one decides to quit)
Design Direction Principles
Some of my most rewarding experiences are rooted from building encompassing design systems, mentoring others, and growing with my team.
(Get to the core of what motivates each team member to do their best)
(Get to the core of what inspires the team to perform at their peak)
(Create independent team units who take responsibilities on with passion)
(Build a sense of certainty by instill patient listening and active participation)
(Arm your team with resources they need to feel professionally fulfilled)
(Don't be shy, warm up and get your reps in to get to the good stuff)
(Understand and double down on a team member’s strengths)
(Empathy and front-line experience go a long way when managing creatives)
(Every decision is carefully considered as to how it brings us closer to the goal)
UX / UI Design Principles
My definition of good design is using the least amount of visual elements to create to most impact. Building design systems isn’t just a job—it’s fun—let’s keep it that way!
(…Provides clarity about what does not)
(Foster conversations that offer different ways of thinking)
(Prioritize actions that will deliver the most meaningful results)
(Become a better listener to design for a greater audience)
(The deeper the knowledge the more effective the solution)
(Allow stakeholders to weigh in often to maintain being on track)
(Comprehensively consider how each experience fits into the next)
(Leave no stone unturned when it comes to design decisions)