The podcast explores effective strategies for presenting your work, nailing your next design interview, and mastering storytelling tactics. It also discusses the importance of recognizing and tackling problems in mature companies, transitioning from Facebook to a startup, effective communication in design, negotiating job offers, and a product design interview course.
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Quick takeaways
Identifying and solving problems beyond your immediate sight can make a significant impact.
Designing for emerging technologies should focus on solving real human problems and understanding user needs.
Transitioning from a public policy background to product design can be done by working on relevant projects.
Learning from exceptional designers and understanding success is possible by working at companies like Facebook.
To make a significant impact as a designer, identifying important problems and effectively communicating with stakeholders is crucial.
Deep dives
The Importance of Identifying and Solving Problems
Even in mature companies, there are always problems beyond your immediate sight. Finding and solving these problems can make a significant impact.
Designing for New Technologies
When designing for emerging technologies like augmented reality and self-driving cars, it is important to focus on solving real human problems and understanding the user's needs.
Transitioning from Public Policy to Design
The speaker transitioned from a public policy background to product design by working on various projects at a company she was involved with during school, which unknowingly involved product design.
Learning and Growth at Facebook
Working at Facebook provided the opportunity to learn from exceptional designers and understand what success looks like for both a design team and a product.
Making a Big Impact as a Designer
To make a significant impact as a designer, it is essential to identify important problems, propose solutions, and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
The Science of Getting a 'Yes' in an Interview
In a design interview, it is crucial to demonstrate relevant skills and experience, showcase a variety of work, and clearly articulate problem-solving abilities.
Creating an Effective Portfolio Presentation
Creating a portfolio presentation involves summarizing key points about yourself as a designer, showcasing different types of work, and clearly communicating the problem-solving process.
Negotiating Job Offers
Negotiating a job offer involves understanding the different components of compensation, considering personal goals, and effectively communicating one's value and desired terms.
Reflecting on Interview Experiences
The speaker shares personal anecdotes about interview experiences, including the importance of honesty, the value of learning from mistakes, and the significance of continuous improvement.
In this interview, Steph shares valuable insights from her experience designing at Facebook, Cruise, and currently at Snap. We delve into effective strategies for presenting your work, nailing your next design interview, and mastering storytelling tactics. Steph highlights the importance of having a clear thesis statement about oneself and provides practical tips on formatting a portfolio presentation 😎
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