Glad you asked! This question is especially relevant to me right now, as I’m currently learning a new prototyping tool here at Slack. 🙃 Whether you’re trying to learn a technical skill, a new industry tool, sharpening your visual design chops, or leveling up a soft skill like public speaking, the only way to get …| Slack Design
As someone who used to teach design at an online code and design school, I’ve answered this question many times. That tells me many people wonder this—so if you’re one of them, you’re not alone. Short answer to the first question: YES. It’s 2021. For better or worse, you can learn and do (almost) anything from …| Slack Design
I wish I could tell you that I had a flowchart to show you precisely when you should switch to management. There’s no simple answer — in my career, I’ve transitioned between roles as an individual contributor (IC) and a manager four — four! — times. Yep, that’s IC to management to IC to management …| Slack Design
This is a really good question—without any right answers! It depends on what you want right now in your career. Ask yourself: What kind of impact do you want to have, be it on products or people? Would you prefer to gain deep expertise in one area, or broad expertise in multiple areas? How much …| Slack Design
If you’re thinking about this question early in your career, good for you! As a young designer, you’re likely eager for a job that pays you well and lets you do what you love, all while building your portfolio and design skills to set you up for more exciting opportunities in the future. The dream!| Slack Design
Slack Senior Product Designer Weili Shi shares unexpected ways her theater degree has helped her work as a designer.| Slack Design