It’s hard for me to believe I’ve been at this—being a design professional—for nearly 25 years. I grew up around relatives who worked on Wall Street, in the legal profession, sales or other business pursuits. So I’m fortunate that my parents encouraged my talent and...
I Am In-House: Trish Olives
Trish is the Creative Studio Manager at YETI, the popular Austin-based manufacturer of premium outdoor lifestyle products (think coolers, tumblers and assorted accessories). As a seasoned creative leader, she spends her days working with the absolute most badass...
Moving on
What happens next when your boss asks if you are interviewing for a new job? We are all obligated to look for a new job. It could be salary concerns, growth opportunities or maybe it’s time for a career change. It is your own personal choice. So what do you do when...
“HOW TO” – Exclusive interview with Michael Bierut – Part 3
In our final interview with Michael Beirut he shared some solid advice: “You don’t learn anything by talking; you learn by listening”. Robin: “You’ve been managing design staff for the bulk of your career. Any management advice or tips for the design managers and...
“HOW TO” – Exclusive interview with Michael Bierut – Part 2
Check out part two of our exclusive interview with Michael Beirut and learn what frustrates him most in the design industry. Robin: “One of the things that made me smile at the very end of the book was the statement: ‘And Paula Scher is the person that I’m endlessly...
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