(For those looking for a post about how I use AI tools to level up my design process as I mentioned at the end of last week’s newsletter, apologies in advance; this is not that. I’m still working on that and will share it soon.) Beware:this is a sales post. Below, I’m going to tell you about a new group coaching program I’m launching publicly for freelancers and agency/studio owners. I’m going to give you some info about it so you can identify if I’m talking to you. I’m going to...| Dan Mall Teaches Design Systems, Design Process, and Design Leadership
It’s that time of year—people want stuff. Maybe your inbox looks like mine, flooded with unsolicited messages: Would be great to hop on a call. I’d love to have you on my podcast. I could really use a portfolio review. I’ve attached my book draft, and I’d appreciate any feedback you have on it. Can you help spread the word about our product? (It’s always that time of year.) You shot your shot. Good for you. (Well, not quite, but close, and points for effort.) I get it. I used to s...| Dan Mall Teaches Design Systems, Design Process, and Design Leadership
I was on the Bible Committee in fifth grade, and I designed a scavenger hunt that scarred me. I went to a small Christian school from grade 1–8. In the older grades, we had class officers, but I didn’t really care much for student office. We also had a Bible committee, a group of students that were in responsible for the religious growth of the student body. As someone who prided himself in Bible knowledge, this was much more my bag. (Yes, I was a huge nerd as a kid, which explains why I...| Dan Mall Teaches Design Systems, Design Process, and Design Leadership
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