The Problem with White Liberal DesignersWe’ve listened to the inspirational talks and subscribed to their newsletters but designers’ favorite personal narrative is a mirage.Jan 29, 201722Jan 29, 201722
The Designification of MotherhoodLast month I spoke at Lincoln Center for the 99u conference. Here is an excerpt of the talk.Jun 15, 201610Jun 15, 201610
The Day I Interviewed At GoogleOn my way returning from Mountain View I started to feel sick. I had terrible food poisoning or possibly the stomach flu. Either way, I was…Apr 24, 20162Apr 24, 20162
What it’s like to be married to someone with two chronic illnessesMy husband has Type-1 Diabetes. Not the old person kind, the kind you’re born with. He also has seizures. And not just seizures caused by…Feb 26, 201677Feb 26, 201677
The Twins Turned One Years OldI have neither the wisdom nor energy to write about my first year of motherhood longer than thiJan 6, 20161Jan 6, 20161
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Published inDear Design StudentYou know it’s time to quit your job if…Q: How long should I stay with my employer? The old way of sticking to one company for life feels too long but the new way jumping from…Sep 11, 20152Sep 11, 20152
Published inDear Design StudentHeadline TKQ: Jennifer, outside your lack of talent and limited access to famous or powerful people, what is the toughest obstacle you must overcome…Aug 18, 20151Aug 18, 20151
Published inDear Design StudentIt’s Nice to Meet YouQ: I’m new to San Francisco and every time I go out for a burrito and network I never hear from anyone again. I’m tired of hanging out in…Aug 11, 20151Aug 11, 20151
Published inDear Design Student“Some personal news I am a brand.”Q: I’m an independent designer. The kids say my success depends as much on self-promotion as it does on the quality of my work, but I can’t…Aug 3, 20153Aug 3, 20153