🫣 Use Product Thinking to Impress Hiring Managers

Quick Summary:

1. A Strong Design Point of View Matters

• Great designers don’t just create solutions; they articulate a clear and valuable perspective that aligns with business and user needs, demonstrating ROI

2. Understanding Strategy & Industry Trends Elevates Design

• Knowing product strategy, tech history, and business fundamentals enhances design decisions and helps designers think beyond aesthetics.

3. Learn from Other Industries

• Drawing inspiration from disciplines like fashion design (e.g., Virgil Abloh’s approach) helps designers understand how a strong vision translates into real-world impact.

Useful Resources:

• Ideation: Run an Effective Creative Process

• Impact/Effort Matrix: How To Prioritize

• Design Point of View: Make your POV Stand Out

• 4-Fits Framework: Building a Growth Framework