@hemeon@mobbin I absolutely agree designers don't do enough competitor research. Especially for understanding core functionality/workflow.
I do think it's important to do some kind of user research upfront, in spite of clear requirements. Even if it's secondary user research.
@asmartbear If a seasoned corporate employee is out of a job, their best bet is to find a new job. Creating a stream of income is comparatively novel/daunting.
For an entrepreneur, creating a stream of income is familiar. They're already "financially independent", even if they have less.
@levelsio Sometimes we plan things for our house that people advise us "will ruin the resale value".
When that happens we double-down, perhaps out of spite.
Any well rounded designers looking for a project?
- well funded seed stage co by top VCs
- need website, brand, product design
- fintech + AI with early traction at major companies
Cc/ @jkantro
@flyosity I love the rich icons, inset groups, and themed buttons. I know this would get you scorched in a UX review but UIs used to be way more fun...
@BrettFromDJ It also provides a clarity of role. Too many designers (specifically UX) spin their wheels trying to elevate their strategic value, which is often only applicable to a single company. They would be better served focusing on their craft.