In this episode, Ryan Scott, designer, business leader, and educator, joined us on the podcast.

We explore what it really means for designers to thrive in today’s ever-evolving landscape. Drawing from his experience at DoorDash, Airbnb, and Salesforce, Ryan breaks down the difference between tactical and strategic skills, and why focusing only on craft is no longer enough.

We dive into how designers can start thinking like product leaders, communicate the value of their work in business terms, and build careers that are resilient, flexible, and fulfilling.

Whether you’re navigating a tough job market, thinking about a pivot, or trying to scale your impact within a team, this episode offers clear, practical advice. Ryan also shares lessons from his popular ROI of Design course and gives a behind-the-scenes look at his new offering focused on career strategy.

If you’ve been asking yourself “what’s next?” — this conversation is your starting point.

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Guest:

Ryan Scott: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanscott/

Ryan's Maven Course: https://maven.com/ryan-scott

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Host:

Emmanuel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omoleemmanuel/

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