Substack Archives - John Wayne Hill | Product Designer with player/coach mentality

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Striving for Unreachable Perfection The Robotic Touch in Product Design

11 months ago

Are you tired of creating designs that are *actually* relatable and usable? Do you wish your users were less engaged with your products? Look no further! We've got the perfect antidote to that pesky human-centered design approach. The Joys of Perfectionism in Product Design Let's

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Design Like a Pro: How to Make an Impact in Product Design 8 Principles for Increasing Your Impact With a Growth Mindset

12 months ago

As a product designer, you likely know that design is hard. But with the right mindset and guidance, you can conquer any challenge that comes your way. That's where Design Is Hard comes in – our latest post offers 8 Principles for Increasing Your Impact,

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The Untold Truth Why Design is Harder than Product Management

1 year ago

Greetings, fellow designers and design enthusiasts! John Wayne Hill here, your trusted Product Designer with 15 years of experience under my belt. You may know me from my Substack "Design Is Hard" where I share my candid thoughts, advice, and insights on the often-challenging world

John Wayne Hill is a multifaceted Design Leader based in San Francisco, with over 15 years of experience guiding teams, shaping products, and coaching designers. He has a rich background in various design disciplines, including woodworking, photography, and writing about product design and design culture. As a design leader, John has worked with renowned design agencies like Idean and Punchcut and companies like Twitter and Ancestry, honing his skills in product design, leadership, and coaching.

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Striving for Unreachable Perfection The Robotic Touch in Product Design

Design Like a Pro: How to Make an Impact in Product Design 8 Principles for Increasing Your Impact With a Growth Mindset

The Untold Truth Why Design is Harder than Product Management

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