Dive Club 🤿 Ryan Scott - Making strategic impact as a designer
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Aug 29, 2024 
Ryan Scott, an early designer at Doordash and former design lead at Airbnb, now helps others amplify their design impact. He shares insights on presenting designs effectively and unlocking credibility. Discover his strategies for navigating UX debt, leading large redesigns, and speaking the business lingo. Ryan emphasizes the importance of collaboration and resilience in design teams, alongside the need for designers to truly understand their organization's dynamics. A wealth of knowledge for designers aiming to elevate their influence!
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Airbnb Crit Experience
- Presenting at Airbnb crit requires extreme attention to detail, even down to pixel-perfect alignment.
- Brian Chesky would notice minor visual imperfections, emphasizing the importance of polished presentations.
Presentation Framing
- When preparing a presentation, start by identifying your audience and their needs.
- Tailor your context and framing to resonate with their specific interests and priorities.
Presentation Structure
- Structure presentations with one thought per slide to maintain focus and engagement.
- Prioritize clean visuals and concise text to complement your spoken narrative.