In this episode, Nik and Marius dive into the reality of digital creators, exploring the journey from structured careers to independent success. We explore how they transformed careers from the traditional model to their own paths in the digital world.

What you’ll learn:

✓ The truth about job security in today's economy.

✓ How to transition from a structured job to independent work.

✓ Essential building blocks for creating a successful digital career.

✓ Designing a career that brings you joy and financial stability.⁣

Find Nik Sumeiko online (https://linkedin.com/in/niksumeiko · https://withnik.com⁣ · https://www.youtube.com/@niksumeiko)

Find Marius Bauer online (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariusbauer · https://konvergenz.studio)⁣⁣

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Hosts: Nik Sumeiko, Marius Bauer

Editor: Joe Gustilo (https://fiverr.com/producerelite)

Podcast art: Marius Bauer (https://konvergenz.studio)

Background music: Happy Hour by Evert Z (https://artlist.io/royalty-free-music/artist/evert-z/887)

Stock Footage: Brad Day (https://artlist.io/stock-footage/artist/brad-day/358), Animedias (https://artlist.io/stock-footage/artist/animedias/978)

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit gestaltpodcast.substack.com

What makes a great user experience?

Join ‪Nik Sumeiko and Marius Bauer as they discuss the philosophy behind user experience in tech. They explore how designers and developers can create more intuitive, inclusive, and impactful digital products that solve the “broken internet” problem.

What You’ll Learn:

✓ The psychology behind user experiences when interacting with AI.

✓ Balancing innovation and inclusion when designing digital products.

✓ Fixing the “broken internet” problem: Lessons from real projects.

✓ Why developers and designers are the key to a better digital future.

✓ The potential and challenges of conversational UIs.⁣⁣

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Find Nik Sumeiko online (https://linkedin.com/in/niksumeiko · https://withnik.com⁣ · https://www.youtube.com/@niksumeiko)

Find Marius Bauer online (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariusbauer · https://konvergenz.studio)⁣⁣

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Hosts: Nik Sumeiko, Marius Bauer

Editor: Joe Gustilo (https://fiverr.com/producerelite)

Podcast art: Marius Bauer (https://konvergenz.studio)

Background music: Happy Hour by Evert Z (https://artlist.io/royalty-free-music/artist/evert-z/887)

Stock Footage: Nostalgia (https://artlist.io/stock-footage/artist/nostalgia/934)⁣

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This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit gestaltpodcast.substack.com

Ever wondered how recognition of small victories leads to our personal and professional growth?

Every day, we all have small victories (sometimes many). We complete tasks at work, teach our kids the next letter of the alphabet, or go for a run in the park. Do you notice these moments? Or consider them nothing special?

In this episode, Nik Sumeiko and Marius Bauer explore the impact of recognizing and documenting small wins in our lives. Instead of a To-do list, we can create a Yoo-hoo list to boost our confidence, motivation, and professional growth.⁣

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What You'll Learn:

✓ The psychology behind small wins and why they matter

✓ Simple ways to recognize and celebrate everyday achievements

✓ How small wins can help you stay positive and keep growing

✓ Tips to handle life's ups and downs with a better mindset⁣

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Find Nik Sumeiko online (https://linkedin.com/in/niksumeiko · https://withnik.com⁣ · https://www.youtube.com/@niksumeiko)

Find Marius Bauer online (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariusbauer · https://konvergenz.studio)⁣

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Hosts: Nik Sumeiko, Marius Bauer

Editor: Joe Gustilo (https://fiverr.com/producerelite)

Podcast art: Marius Bauer (https://konvergenz.studio)

Background music: Happy Hour by Evert Z (https://artlist.io/royalty-free-music/artist/evert-z/887)

Stock Footage: AnnaStills (https://artlist.io/stock-footage/artist/annastills/747), MayaLab (https://artlist.io/stock-footage/artist/mayalab/874)

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit gestaltpodcast.substack.com

Curious about how AI can simplify your life and supercharge your work?

Join Nik Sumeiko and Marius Bauer as they discuss AI tools and their impact on our personal and professional lives. We will share personal stories and discuss AI for coding, design, research, and personal growth. Discover how these tools simplify tasks, enhance creativity, and reshape communication.

What You'll Learn:

➤ How AI tools are transforming coding, design, and research for professionals.

➤ Ways to enhance creativity and simplify tasks with AI.

➤ Tips for using AI to streamline research and improve productivity.

➤ Insight into ethical concerns and future trends in AI.

Download the AI Prompt Nik mentioned in the episode: https://tide-singer-99b.notion.site/AI-Coach-prompt-a5bf49edb6984d53b43587410f345a46 (it’s from my Notion notebook)

Find Nik Sumeiko online (https://linkedin.com/in/niksumeiko · https://withnik.com⁣ · https://www.youtube.com/@niksumeiko)

Find Marius Bauer online (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariusbauer · https://konvergenz.studio)

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Hosts: Nik Sumeiko, Marius Bauer

Editor: Joe Gustilo (https://fiverr.com/producerelite)

Art/design: Marius Bauer (https://konvergenz.studio)

Background music: Deep Fried by Aves (https://artlist.io/royalty-free-music/artist/aves/1157)

Stock Footage: Polina Borisova (https://artlist.io/stock-footage/artist/polina-borisova/524), Erwin de Boer (https://artlist.io/stock-footage/artist/erwin-de%20boer/632), Camilo Leal (https://artlist.io/stock-footage/artist/camilo-leal/773)

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit gestaltpodcast.substack.com