Tom Takigayama - Embracing the pendulum: Navigating the fluid transition between manager and maker
Leading Design London 2024
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14m
In the dynamic world of design leadership, transitioning between managerial roles and individual contributor positions is not a hard pivot, but rather a pendulum swing that brings value and perspective to your career. Don't fear moving back and forth, and don't get stuck in a single lane.
This pendulum swing enriches your experience, offering a broader outlook on both strategic and hands-on aspects of design. Align your decisions with your evolving values, and remember, it's perfectly fine for those values to shift over time. By letting go of rigid identity and ego, you open yourself up to new opportunities and growth. Embrace the transferability of your skills, knowing that each role you take on contributes to your overall development and effectiveness as a design leader.
This talk was recorded at Leading Design London 2024.
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