Thoughts from the in-between
I write to reflect on design, work-life rhythms, curiosity sparks, and what it means to slowly build things that matter.
This week I reflect on navigating a complex migration project, using research, documentation, and clear communication to bring clarity out of uncertainty.
This week I reflect on annual reviews and career growth, share design thoughts on iPhone’s shuffle wallpaper, and highlight how Partiful made event planning easier.
This week I share how I navigated design challenges under tight timelines and found inspiration from the creativity in Culinary Class Wars.
This week I share practical tips on presenting design portfolios in interviews, from structuring case studies to refining storytelling and feedback.
This week I reflect on my journey from being a solo UX designer in gaming to working within larger design teams, and how these experiences shaped my growth.
This week I reflect on blogging as a tool for documenting design work and explore how sustainable design could help reduce single-use plastics.
This week I share reflections on Designing Your Life and The Making of a Manager, exploring how to use self-reflection and feedback to better manage my time, and grow as a designer
This week I reflect on navigating vague requirements and tough feedback at work, share key lessons I’ve learned, and highlight a talk on moving from ambiguity to clarity.
This week I share reflections on winning second place at Hackweek and call out a frustrating checkout experience at the Met Museum as a reminder of why good UX matters.
This week I reflect on the challenge of initiating impactful projects at work, share the launch of our Cat Allies Project website, and highlight a fun find from Japan called Tokyo Mom.
A product designer from Taiwan living in New York, writing one blog post each month to reflect on design, growth, and finding my voice.