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Finding Our Way

46: Leading with Clarity (ft. Vuokko Aro)

May 5, 2024
Vuokko Aro, VP of Design at UK's Monzo, discusses scaling design approach, peer relationship with product leadership, and unity in remote teams. Topics include design evolution, digital banking, product principles, customer experience, team scaling, and building projects.
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  • Adapting design approaches when scaling a company is crucial for success.
  • Building strong peer relationships with product leadership enhances collaboration and effectiveness.

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Scale and Shift in Design Approach for Company Growth

As the VP of Design at Monzo, Vwoko discusses the challenges of shifting design approaches as a company scales. The importance of building peer relationships with product leadership and fostering togetherness in remote and embedded teams is highlighted. Vwoko shares insights on his journey starting from early startups to leading design at Monzo, a digital only bank in London.

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