Jess Eddy

AI’s rapid rise is creating a divide between fluent and unfamiliar team members, especially in design. This post explores how gaps in AI skills can fracture teams, the hidden human costs, and practical ways to bridge the divide for a more connected, future-ready workplace.

AI can quickly generate wireframes, prototypes, and mockups, but these often skip the foundational thinking designers need. Here are 10 lightweight ways to communicate concepts, relationships, structure, and intent before you dive into design.

Creativity thrives on tension, even when it’s uncomfortable. True innovation happens by holding space for opposites, novelty and usefulness, flexibility and persistence. Embrace the creative tightrope; friction sparks real breakthroughs.

Most creators rely on their talent, but true breakthroughs require risk. Drawing on Jack Grapes’ philosophy, this post explores why playing it safe limits your genius, and how stepping into the unknown can unlock your greatest creative work.

Design portfolios are having a renaissance, and sites are more playful, expressive, and personal than ever. With new tools and a renewed creative spirit, designers are showing not just what they do, but who they are. Here are a few standout examples from this new wave.

Many designers feel stuck as order takers, joining projects too late to shape outcomes. The real obstacle isn’t craft, it's something deeper. Learn what truly holds designers back from building influence at work, and how to overcome it.

Discover how designers build real strategic influence at work in this full presentation. Gain a practical framework grounded in trust, voice, and strategic judgment, complete with actionable examples and methods you can use immediately.

In a world where AI and constant change can feel overwhelming, staying relevant means seeking out work that energizes you, leaning into uncertainty, and looking for ways to keep growing, no matter where the field is headed. Here’s how designers can thrive amid rapid transformation.

In 2026, a standout UX design portfolio goes beyond polished case studies. It showcases how you think, use AI as a creative partner, and turn ideas into real products quickly, proving your adaptability and impact in a rapidly changing field.

A conversation with Coglode founder Jerome Ribot on applying behavioral science thoughtfully in design. We discuss common mistakes, building shared language across teams, designing for emotion and trust, and what AI means for human decision-making.

Struggling to decide whether to stay in your job or move on? This article introduces a straightforward framework to help you reflect honestly, weigh your options, and make confident career decisions, so you can invest your time where it matters most.

Creative blocks aren’t about a lack of talent. They’re usually a sign that something’s missing in your process. When you slow down, ask better questions, and build understanding, creativity returns and solutions start to flow naturally.