A framework (Focus on the Wildly Important, Act on Lead Measures, Keep a Compelling Scoreboard, Create a Cadence of Accountability) for moving a team from strategy to high-level execution. https://www.franklincovey.com/the-4-disciplines/ (FranklinCovey)
A framework for building products that respect user autonomy, minimize harm, and prioritize transparency over dark patterns. https://ethical.design/ (Ethical Design Network)
Effective critiques should be objective, focused on goals, and provide actionable feedback, moving beyond personal preferences. https://www.invisionapp.com/inside-design/design-critique/ (InVision)
Design systems are evolving into integrated product platforms that handle code, content, and design tokens, driving efficiency and brand consistency. https://www.framer.com/blog/design-system-future/ (Framer)
Using Jakob Nielsen’s 10 usability heuristics (e.g., Visibility of System Status, Match Between System and the Real World) to quickly find and fix design flaws. https://www.nngroup.com/articles/ten-usability-heuristics/ (NN/g)
Understanding how the human brain perceives visual information (e.g., proximity, similarity, closure) is fundamental to creating intuitive interfaces. https://www.interaction-design.org/literature/topics/gestalt-principles (IxD Foundation)
A structured visualization of the entire experience a user has with a product or service, highlighting pain points and opportunities. https://www.nngroup.com/articles/journey-mapping-101/ (NN/g)
Small, subtle design elements (like button transitions or loading animations) significantly enhance user engagement and provide crucial feedback. https://www.smashingmagazine.com/2014/10/the-power-of-microinteractions/ (Smashing Magazine)
A guide to WCAG 2.1 standards, ensuring products are perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust for all users, including those with disabilities. https://www.w3.org/WAI/fundamentals/accessibility-principles/ (W3C)
Using size, color, contrast, and spacing to guide the user’s eye and communicate the importance of information effectively. https://www.interaction-design.org/literature/article/visual-hierarchy-in-user-interface-design (IxD Foundation)
