Tech for Non-Techies

151. Design Thinking for career and venture growth


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Design Thinking, first developed at Stanford, is the strength behind tech companies like Airbnb and Snap. Great design was the foundation of Apple and Steve Jobs's obsession.

Design Thinking is a methodology for making decisions, and knowing when to pivot and when to preserve.

You can design your work life as an employee or a business owner. Design thinking is for people like you, whether you receive the paycheck or sign the paycheck.

Listen to this episode to learn:

  • The four steps of Design Thinking that all designers and product makers use
  • How to apply design methodologies to career and business decisions
  • An exercise to help you choose the right next step when you're overwhelmed by choice

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Come to our next workshop!

Design Thinking for Career & Venture Growth

You will learn:

  • Design thinking methodologies
  • When to pivot and when to persevere
  • Exercises to apply design thinking to career and venture growth

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Join the Tech for Non-Techies membership and lead in the Digital Age. Tech for Non-Techies clients
  • Reach senior leadership positions in Big Tech firms
  • Lead digital transformation in established businesses
  • Create tech businesses as non-technical founders
  • Pivot into careers in venture capital

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