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UX design pioneers and Adaptive Path co-founders Peter Merholz and Jesse James Garrett discuss the evolving challenges and opportunities for design leaders.

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Joining Peter and Jesse to talk about what's next for design is Todd Wilkens, part of our leadership at Adaptive Path years ago, who has gone from design leadership to product leadership to fully integrated leadership of design, product, and technolo... more

Joining Peter and Jesse is business strategist Roger L. Martin, former Dean of the University of Toronto's Rotman School of Management, who advanced the conversation about design and business with his influential work in the late 2000s.

We'll talk a... more

Head of Philips Design, Peter Skillman, joins Peter and Jesse to share lessons from Philips' century of design innovation, from light bulbs to the compact disc to healthcare technology.

We'll also talk about the cultural factors that support design ... more

Joining Peter and Jesse to talk about what's next for design is veteran Silicon Valley design and product strategy consultant Audrey Crane, who will share her perspective on the changing mandates for design among her clients, the power that consultan... more

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Recent Guests

Roger L. Martin
Business strategist and former dean of the Rotman School of Management
University of Toronto
Episode: 54: At the Intersection of Design and Business, Be The Anomaly (ft. Roger Martin)
Peter Skillman
Global Head of Design at Philips
Philips
Episode: 53: Leading Design Through Continual Evolution (ft. Peter Skillman)
Audrey Crane
Veteran Silicon Valley design and product strategy consultant
Design Map
Episode: 52: Design at a Crossroads (ft. Audrey Crane)
Gaurav Mathur
VP of Design at Flipkart
Flipkart
Episode: 51: Design-led Innovation in Emerging Markets (ft. Gaurav Mathur)
Leslie Witt
Chief Product and Design Officer for Headspace
Headspace
Episode: 50: Balancing Design and Business as a Utopian Pragmatist (ft. Leslie Witt)
John Cutler
Veteran product manager and product management consultant
Episode: 49: Unraveling Complexity in Product Development (ft. John Cutler)
Anne Pascual
VP and Head of Design for Zalando
Zalando
Episode: 48: Leading Design from IDEO to In-house (ft. Anne Pascual)
Koji Pereira
Chief Design Officer for Brazilian Fintech Neon
Neon
Episode: 47: Seeking Balance (ft. Koji Pereira)
Vuokko Aro
VP of Design at Monzo, with a unique background in economics and design, previously worked with several startups in London and New York.
Monzo
Episode: 46: Leading with Clarity (ft. Vuokko Aro)

Hosts

Peter Merholz
Co-host and design leader, deeply engaged in discussions about design leadership and user experience.
Jesse James Garrett
Co-host, design leader, and co-founder of Adaptive Path, contributing to discussions on evolving design leadership.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 107 ratings
  • Design at it’s best

    I’ve been listening to this podcast for the past weeks. I’m an avid design consumer: I curated conferences, used to teach design, read 30+ on the topic. But, I have to say this podcast brings some much of what I wanted to hear. As a service designer hidden in a CX Advisor role at a big company, the leadership and strategic aspect of design tips given in this podcast are absolute gold. This needs to be heard by all designers to better understand the ramifications of the work they’re doing. Terrif... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    blirette
    Canada2 years ago
  • My favourite design leadership podcast

    If you’re working in the experience design / HCD world, then this is a must listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MillyMae
    Australia2 years ago
  • Brilliant podcast about the challenges facing UX design leadership

    I just finished the season finale of the Finding Our Way podcast and I absolutely loved it. Through all 25 episodes they tackled some truly important challenges facing UX design leadership. Even as a freelance researcher that has not worked internally for 15 years, I got a tremendous amount out of it.

    What I enjoyed most (and honestly found refreshing) was how Jesse and Peter made it clear that they did NOT have all the answers. Navigating the direction of our industry is a journey we’re all on... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AnnoyedUser_ks
    United States4 years ago
  • Great

    Episode 22 is awesome. Listened multiple times.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    newuxer
    United States4 years ago
  • What happened to episodes 1-5?!

    I enjoyed episode 6, but what happened to the beginning episodes of this podcast? I feel like I missed something

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    glencoco11
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners praise the insightful discussions on design leadership and the challenges faced within the UX community. Many express appreciation for the high-quality guests and the practical advice shared, indicating that the content resonates with both aspiring and established design leaders.
Feedback highlights the collaborative tone of conversations, emphasizing the shared learning journey portrayed in the episodes. Listeners find value in the hosts' candid acknowledgment of the complexities in design leadership, creating a sense of community around the topics discussed.

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#104
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#131
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#140
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#149
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Talking Points

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54: At the Intersection of Design and Business, Be The Anomaly (ft. Roger Martin)
Q: How do you introduce yourself and what are you up to of late?
I guess I'm a writer and advisor on topics of business, mainly strategy, innovation, and I'm mainly an advisor to mainly CEOs and writer.
51: Design-led Innovation in Emerging Markets (ft. Gaurav Mathur)
Q: What are you looking forward to in this next phase for design?
I hope to see the Indian start-up ecosystem mature and for designers to create a larger impact in addressing diverse user needs.
51: Design-led Innovation in Emerging Markets (ft. Gaurav Mathur)
Q: What do you see is your role as design leader in creating the environment where these kinds of experiences can be delivered?
My role involves building a competent design team and facilitating collaboration among various professionals to create high-quality products.
50: Balancing Design and Business as a Utopian Pragmatist (ft. Leslie Witt)
Q: What do you mean by certain sectors?
Depending on the problem that a team is chasing, there are ways in which the unique skill set of a craft-based designer... it's more about expertise.
50: Balancing Design and Business as a Utopian Pragmatist (ft. Leslie Witt)
Q: Does that mean you're operating as a general manager?
Essentially, yeah. I own the P&L for our consumer business.

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Content primarily revolves around design leadership and its intersection with business strategy, particularly in user experience (UX) contexts. The discussions often feature influential leaders from various sectors, exploring how design practices can evolve alongside business needs. Notably, the podcast addresses the shifting perceptions of design roles within organizations, emphasizing collaboration, innovation, and the need for design leaders to adapt to ever-changing market dynamics. The format typically involves in-depth conversations with guests who are well-versed in design and product strategy, offering listeners valuable insights into leading design teams effectively and navigating organizational challenges in a fast-paced environme... more

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