The Rise and Fall of Superheroes

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Jason Jones: If there ever was a time that we need superheroes, it certainly is now. He says he likes modern movies because they really dive into the struggles of people who have superpowers but are also struggling with personal challenges. Jones: A superheroes typically possess a strong moral code, including a willingness to risk one's own safety and the service of good without expectation of reward. "I can't wait to see what you're going to do over at Shopify"

Matt Griffin shows us how empathy and sensitivity to the world around us is the key to great design. He teaches us how as a leader, the worst decision is no decision. He explains how hands are his most invincible UX resource or tool. He also inspires us starting out to take 'every damn opportunity we can get'.

Secret Identity (4:46)
Origin Story (7:18)
Bearded Closing its Doors (17:04)
Biggest Failure (31:45)
Awkward Testing Story (43:21)
Design Superpower (45:44)
Design Kryptonite (46:54)
UX Superhero Name (50:07)
Fights for Users (51:48)
Habit of Success (63:25)
Invincible Resource (65:22)
Recommended Book (70:54)
Best Advice (78:12)

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