033: Fun And Whimsy At Work Design Kaffé podcast

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In episode 83, we unpack the often uncomfortable, but essential, topic of visibility at work for designers. From the challenges of self-promotion to navigating cultural dynamics and finding the right moments to share your impact, we share practical tactics for making your work seen. ☕️ Grab some coffee and listen to us talk about visibility as designers. Subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . New episode every other Tuesday.…

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082: Simplifying your Design Process 49:48

21 days ago49:48

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In this episode, we talk about what makes a design process helpful vs. what makes it bloated. From spotting common bottlenecks to knowing when to cut steps (or when to keep them), we share how our own approach to design has evolved over time. It's all about finding that balance between structure and speed, depth and delivery. ☕️ Grab some coffee and enjoy some reflections on a lean design process. Subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . New episode every other Tuesday.…

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081: Navigating Shifting Priorities 36:30

5 weeks ago36:30

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We've all been there when priorities keep changing and we have to adapt. We talk about classic examples of priorities shifting, how to build resilience to cope with those changes, and how we can make better quality priorities in the first place to avoid having to change them. ☕️ Grab some coffee and listen to us reflect on shifting priorities Subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . New episode every other Tuesday.…

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080: Will AI Replace Designers? How to Design in the Age of AI 58:32

8 weeks ago58:32

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Will AI replace us as designers? Or will it simply evolve the way we design? In this new episode, we unpick the hot debate and different buzzwords around AI, and its impact on our design industry. From tools like ChatGPT and Midjourney to the ethical and creative dilemmas they bring, we explore how designers can stay relevant, learn to work with AI (instead of against it), and rethink the value we bring in an increasingly automated world ☕️ Grab some coffee and listen to us reflect on how AI is impacting our industry Subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . New episode every other Tuesday.…

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079: Designing with AI: Navigating Bias, Trust, and Transparency 47:50

11 weeks ago47:50

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In this episode of Design Kaffé, we're exploring the ethics of AI and key considerations for designing with it. How do we design ethically with AI? Can we design ethically with AI? How can we empower users and preserve their trust? We discuss bias, transparency, user trust, and the challenges designers may face in creating responsible AI-driven products. ☕️ Grab some coffee and listen to us reflect on how AI is impacting our industry Subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠ or follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠⁠⁠ . New episode every other Friday(ish).…

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078: Concepting & Bringing Ideas to Life 38:50

17 weeks ago38:50

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We talk about concepting and bringing ideas to life. How do we balance pragmatism and innovation in design? How do we relate to thinking big but starting small? ☕️ Tune in to listen to us share advice on how we organise our design space for creative conceptualising yet remain focused on the user problem, challenges we face when sharing concepts with stakeholders, and more. Subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠ or follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠⁠⁠ . New episode every other Friday.…

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077: The State of UX in 2025 53:50

19 weeks ago53:50

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In the first episode of the year, we talk about the state of UX in 2025. What changes have we found in our design roles? How are embracing or being challenged by those changes? What is the role of AI in all of this? We explore how design has shifted towards generalism, dip into the ongoing debate about job titles, discuss the job market, and discuss the role of research and creativity. ☕️ Grab some coffee and listen to us reflect on where UX has been and where we feel it’s going. Subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠ or follow us on ⁠⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠⁠ . New episode every other Friday.…

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076: Creating Space for Introverted Voices 39:11

25 weeks ago39:11

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In this episode, we dive into the unique challenges and strengths of introverts in the workplace, especially in design roles. We discuss navigating extroverted environments, finding ways to make our voice heard, and the value of thoughtful leadership. We share practical tips on everything from running inclusive conversations to managing energy as an introverted leader. Whether you’re an introvert yourself or work with one, this chat is full of useful takeaways to help teams work better together and make sure everyone’s voice is heard. ☕️ Grab a cup and join us for practical tips, personal stories, and a fresh take on what it means to embrace introversion in tech and design. Link to our previous episode on introversion in the workplace Subscribe to our ⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠ or follow us on ⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠ . New episode every other Friday.…

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075: Analysis Paralysis & Making Decisions 49:03

27 weeks ago49:03

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Sometimes it can be hard for us as designers to know when to finish analysing research insights or evaluate which design directions to move forward with. Similarly, when we present users with too many options, they often end up not choosing any. We talk about analysis paralysis and how we can break out of it. Subscribe to our ⁠Substack⁠ or follow us on ⁠Linkedin⁠ . New episode every other Friday.…

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074: Onboarding to New Design Roles 41:07

29 weeks ago41:07

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Breaking into a new design role can feel daunting and overwhelming. In this episode, we share how we get ready before joining a team, the goals and frameworks we follow for onboarding, and our priorities in our first month(s) to set ourselves up for success. Subscribe to our Substack or follow us on Linkedin . New episode every other Friday.…

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Season 5 - Trailer 7:06

30 weeks ago7:06

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Welcome to Design Kaffé, a podcast where we have mindful, candid conversations for designers in tech. In our fortnightly episodes, we discuss a wide range of topics to explore what it means to be a designer, the challenges we face in the tech industry and share thoughts about our craft. Our first episode this season will come out on the 15th November. Happy listening!…

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073: Do We Need Product Managers? 43:23

2 years ago43:23

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In our last episode of season 4, we ask ourselves: do we need product managers? Can people in other disciplines, like designers and engineers, do product management, or is it essential that there is a dedicated PM on every team? When does it make sense to have PMs and when does it not?

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072: Speed of Delivery, at All Costs 50:48

2 years ago50:48

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This week we're talking about delivery speed and the fine balance to find with delivering quality. We explore why it matters, the impact delivery speed can have on the quality of the team's outputs and how we as designers can face this challenge.

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071: Money as Designers 1:10:24

2 years ago1:10:24

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We talk about money. How transparent should we be about salaries with our peers, recruiters, and companies? How should salary negotiations be handled or not handled? What about raises and promotions? Follow us on Twitter @designkaffe and check out our website designkaffe.com .

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070: Discrimination in the Workplace 58:06

2 years ago58:06