Mindset

This piece explores how to find the winning idea within any set of constraints, using the mindset of bricolage to stay creative, resourceful, and open to new possibilities when the path ahead feels fixed. Includes 20 prompts for members.

Kenneth O. Stanley’s Why Greatness Cannot Be Planned challenges the obsession with goals and metrics. By focusing on curiosity, exploration, and unexpected stepping stones, he demonstrates how true breakthroughs emerge from wandering, rather than rigid planning.

As you grow in your craft, the rules that once gave you confidence can start to feel limiting. That’s when your instincts step in, helping you question old habits, trust your judgment, and create work that feels original and alive.

Productivity isn’t about doing more, but rather about doing what matters in a way that supports your energy, focus, and well-being. This guide explores why modern work makes it so hard, and how to create a system that actually works for you.

High-performance cultures are glorified in tech, but companies like Meta and Atlassian reveal the hidden costs. This piece examines how these systems drive results, where they fall short, and how to build teams that perform without promoting burnout and a toxic culture.

Purpose may not be what we think it is. In a world where everything changes, how you show up is your constant. This piece explores a more resilient, values-led view of purpose, especially for designers navigating a changing landscape.

In his talk Inventing on Principle, Bret Victor challenges us to anchor our work and lives to guiding principles—beliefs that define what truly matters. Learn how principles shaped innovations by Tesler, Engelbart, and Kay, and discover how to find and live by your own guiding principle.

Your personal values are the foundation of a purposeful life. They shape your decisions, provide motivation, and are core to your identity. Discover how to identify, embrace, and live by your values to create a life and career that reflects who you truly are. Let your values guide the way.

Evan LaPointe shares insights on leadership, highlighting two epiphanies that reshape how leaders understand and empower teams. Drawing from his journey building businesses, he emphasizes mindset over skills, advocating for intentional, human-centered cultures that drive innovation and growth.

Landing a design role takes more than luck—it’s about resilience, strategy, and effectively telling your story. This guide will help you understand the importance of a strong personal brand, navigate interview challenges, and align your skills with employers’ needs.

Understanding that “confidence is quiet, insecurity is loud” shifts how we view ourselves and others. By focusing on growth and inner assurance, we can let go of the need for external validation and move through life with calm, meaningful confidence that speaks for itself.