In this episode, we dive into the world of design with two fantastic guests: Jasmine Kent, a designer from All in Motion at Target, and Brian Nichols, a Design Principal at HMC Architects.

Episode Highlights:

Introduction and Vibe Check: Get to know our guests, their favorite hip-hop songs, and a bit about their backgrounds.

Technology in Design: How technology influences design work and innovative ways to enhance inclusivity and accessibility.

Storytelling in Design: The importance of storytelling in creating impactful design solutions.

Future Aspirations: Jasmine and Brian share their aspirations for the future of design, particularly in making a positive social impact.

Skills Flex: Discover the skills that impress our guests the most when building teams for the future.

Crossovers and Collaborations: Fun and wild interdisciplinary collaboration ideas that could take design projects to the next level.

Dr. T (host) closes by providing free career pivot resources for those seeking to transition to six-figure roles as knowledge workers at digital-first organizations.

Key Topics:

Immersive experiences (AR/VR/XR), Digital tools like Rhino, CLO 3D, Illustrator, and AI

The importance of collaboration and presentation skills, Slow fashion and sustainable design The intersection of architecture, industrial design, and other fields

Resources Mentioned:

Beyond Zero documentary, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), Skill Trends list of free courses & videos: SkillTrends.ai

Originally aired September 20, 2024

Follow along with host Dr. T as she interviews Dr. Willie Barnett and Francesca Gazzola about innovation in aerospace and beyond! Guests discuss their backgrounds, favorite hip hop songs, and perspectives on product innovation.

Willie shares how his frontline experience at Delta Air Lines informs his approach. Francesca brings a unique perspective on stakeholders and practicing empathy to drive transformation at Honeywell.

Build skills that position you to question assumptions, manage risks and failures, and test new technologies. This insightful conversation covers smart cities, electric air taxis, and the value of diverse viewpoints in innovation. Whether you work in technology, transportation, urban planning, or are simply curious about the future, pull up and tune in.

Dr. T (host) closes by providing free career pivot resources for those seeking to transition to six-figure roles as knowledge workers at digital-first organizations.

Skill Trends: SkillTrends.ai

Originally aired Jun 6, 2024

Guests Dr. Christyna Serrano and Tony Bleything discuss today's job market and their vision of the future of work.

- Key themes are navigating labor shifts, unhealthy employer/worker power dynamics, and digital disruption while maintaining compassion.

- Dr. T invites guests to share observations of job market issues like hiring freezes and layoffs amid rising corporate profits.

- Dr. C talks about teaching students to think critically about entering unjust systems and challenge existing power structures.

- Tony shares wanting to foster more inclusive and diverse communities at work.

- They discuss impacts of unaffordable education and rising student debt on youth finding jobs.

- The host asks about job candidates openly discussing layoff experiences online as a new trend, plays clips from recent social media posts for reaction

- Dr. T (host) closes by providing career pivot resources for those seeking to transition to six-figure roles as knowledge workers at digital-first organizations.

Originally aired Apr 19, 2024