

Tom Scott on Building Your Network and the Rise of the Player-Coach Designer
4 snips Nov 29, 2023
Tom Scott, an experienced design recruiter and founder of the invite-only talent network Verified, shares insights on navigating the design job market. He discusses the importance of community in recruitment and the challenges introverts face in networking. Tom highlights the rise of 'player-coach designers', who balance leadership with hands-on design work, and the evolving landscape of design education, critiquing boot camps and the need for supportive environments for newcomers.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Building a Community-Driven Talent Network
01:47 • 12min
Navigating the Design Career Landscape
13:40 • 13min
Navigating Networking Challenges for Introverts
26:20 • 2min
Taking Initiative in Networking for Designers
28:13 • 2min
The Rise of Player-Coach Designers
29:51 • 7min
Redefining Design Education
36:32 • 8min
Building Community Through Valuable Content
44:30 • 4min