With all the advanced prototyping buzz at #Config2023, I thought it was time to give prototyping in Figma another chance. The boxes + 🍜 approach has always felt too limited to me. In my first challenge, I pit Figma vs my long time fav Axure. youtube.com/watch?v=hrgf5F…

The first key skill of conscious leadership is self-awareness, and the first act of self-awareness is checking in. Where am I at this moment, above of below the line? Am I open or closed? Defensive or curious? Sketch from The Knowledge Project Ep #60: Jim Dethmer: Leading Above the Line

The antidote to fear isn't courage, it's acceptance. Emotional intelligence knowing what you're feeling in the moment, and have a receptive relationship to it. Instead of pushing fear away, listen to its wisdom. Sketch from The Knowledge Project Ep #60: Jim Dethmer: Leading Above the Line

The Karpman's Drama Triangle has radically transformed the way I look at interpersonal dynamics. As you make decisions, be on the lookout if you're coming from a place of Rescuer/Hero, Persecutor/Villain, or Victim, because drama is sure to follow. 🎭 Sketch from The Knowledge Project #60

Moms need affordable and accessible child care in the summer and 365 days of the year. It's past time we make this a priority. Moms First yahoo.com/lifestyle/work…

I’m quite used to the cruelty students can face when they apply for a US visa but this one broke me. We offered admission to a stellar, talented & hardworking student. After months of work and hundreds of dollars, an embassy officer saw him for 5 mins & said no. why? …

While striving to be more outcome-centered, look out for sneaky solutions! 🦹‍♀️ "An opportunity should have more than one potential solution. Otherwise, it's simply a solution in disguise." from Teresa Torres Continuous Discovery Habits

Public service announcement for managers and coaches: you can't judge effort by results. Inconsistent performance doesn't mean people aren't trying their best. It often means they're doing their best in the face of turbulence. In humans, variability is a feature, not a bug.

I'm 36. Stress controlled me for years so I turned to neuroscience. After 1200+ hours studying elite athletes, CEOs & psychologists, my toolkit is now full of powerful neuro-hacks. Here are the top 7 that will change your life:

One of the takeaways I found most immediately applicable from "Dare to Lead" was the contrasting portraits of Armored vs Daring Leaders. Armored leaders lead from unreckoned hurt. Daring leaders lead from boundaries, empathy, and vulnerability. From "Dare to Lead" by Brené Brown