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Hey Reader, As we close out the year, I’m reflecting on the moments, tools, and creators that made 2024 one to remember. From milestones to unexpected lessons, this year had it all—and I’m sharing the highlights with you in the last newsletter of the year (and cheers to the next!) ✨ 🎉 300 episodes of Design Life! We hit the big 3-0-0! If you missed the celebration, catch the episode here. 👩💻 Three cohorts of Product Strategy for Designers: 213 students joined us this year! One lesson learned: Summer launches are tough (hello vacations), so next year we’re sticking to Spring and Fall. Interested in joining the next cohort? Spring 2025 enrollment is now open! Cohort 6 runs from March 3 - April 12th.
⚙️ The tools I couldn’t live without in 2024—hands down I have to hand it over to:
🫶 Creators who inspired me:
📚 My favourite resources of the year to help you get ahead start in 2025
🎉 Cheers to 2025 and thank you for a great year! 🚀 Become an Influential Product DesignerUnlock the strategies behind elevating your impact as a product designer. In this replay, I share actionable tips on building strategic influence, aligning design with business goals, and driving innovation in your work. Whether you're advancing in your role or looking to lead with confidence, this session has something for you.
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👀 302: Learning management skills as a design managerHow can designers influence a company's design culture and maturity? In this episode of Design Life, we explore practical ways to assess and elevate design maturity within your organization.
👀 Elevate your design career with Design & ThriveJoin Design & Thrive, the invite-only monthly after-hours session where designers get together and chat about the month's hottest topic. No gatekeeping, just real chats and insights to help designers grow.
👀 Explore top companies' Figma files for freeGain exclusive access to the design files of leading companies with Sneak Peek. Explore real-world Figma files to enhance your design skills and gain insights into industry practices.
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