Can I Have It in Blue? | E7
Growing as a Designer – Stories and Strategies
Episode Summary
In this episode of ‘Can I Have It In Blue,’ Filipa, Joana, and João discuss various aspects of design, technology, and professional growth. They dive into transitioning from being a designer to taking on a leadership role, its challenges, and the omnipresent imposter syndrome. They discuss how imposter syndrome can affect one’s career progression and strategies to manage it, including embracing discomfort and trusting the process. The episode also touches on the artistic versus functional aspects of design and the significance of continuous improvement and feedback.
Episode Notes
In this episode of ‘Can I Have It In Blue,’ Filipa is joined by Joana and Joao to discuss Joao’s new role as CPO at Subvisual.
They delve into the responsibilities and challenges of his new leadership position, including process implementation, team mentorship, and maintaining personal growth. The discussion extends to imposter syndrome, with each sharing their experiences and strategies for overcoming self-doubt, such as ‘faking it till you make it’ and embracing discomfort. The conversation also touches on design principles, the distinction between design and art, and the importance of aligning design with user experience.
00:00 Introduction and New Roles
00:41 Understanding the CPO Role
02:49 Transitioning to Leadership
04:40 Designing Beyond the Screen
11:23 Imposter Syndrome in Design
15:20 Learning and Growing in Design
31:45 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
31:58 The New Designer by Manuel Lima
32:22 Embrace Discomfort
32:34 Sharing Work and Getting Feedback
33:20 Personal Experiences with Imposter Syndrome
38:29 Fake It Till You Make It
47:00 Design as a Learnable Skill
49:48 Art vs. Design Debate
57:41 Advice for Dealing with Imposter Syndrome
59:35 Conclusion and Future Topics
