The $5 coffee that changed everything

Two weeks ago I met up with a senior design leader at a cafe in town.He'd just come back from a career break. Was having coffee chats with anyone interesting who said yes.Just trying to get the pulse again. See what's out there. Have real conversatio...

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Jun 13, 2025
Blue skies and strategic patience

Got back from a walk this morning.Blue skies. No rain today.Found myself thinking about a conversation I had with a UX designer last week.She'd been applying to jobs for four months.Started optimistic. "I'll cast a wide net, apply to everything that...

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Jun 11, 2025
The swing that changed how I think about career momentum

Last month, I'm on this swing at a glamping site in the countryside.Just sitting there, pushing myself back and forth.And I'm watching other people around the property.Some are frantically taking photos of everything. Others are checking emails on th...

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Jun 10, 2025
Why my "dream job" doesn't look like what you'd expect

Just picked my 3-year-old up from preschool.He's already asking for snacks on the walk home. Soon as we get back, he'll want to play.And I'll be there for all of it.This moment only exists because I said no to what everyone else calls a "dream job."I...

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Jun 09, 2025
The flowers my 3-year-old picked

Just spent Sunday morning at the park with my son.He's 3, so naturally he collected every flower he could find.Purple ones. White ones. Pink ones.A random stem that looked "special."By the time we got home, his tiny hands were full of what most adult...

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Jun 08, 2025
Stop collecting reasons. Find the one that matters.

I spent an hour yesterday with a designer who had a list of 47 reasons why he should start posting content.Build personal brand. Attract opportunities. Network with leaders. Showcase expertise. Get noticed by recruiters. Stand out from other candidat...

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Jun 05, 2025