Unleash Your Mindset! by Low Fidelity

Show Notes In this episode, I speak with Ida Persson, a Communications Design Lead at IDEO, on the topic of the biases in design education and what we as designers can do about it. A few highlights from our conversation Learn about Ida's journey of becoming aware of the biases she learned in her design education. Learn about the challenges unlearning our biases brings and how to take small ste...

Recording Note: A lot has happened since our conversation was recorded a few months ago, so some observations may not be accurate today.  --- In this episode, I speak with career strategist and coach for UX professionals Amy Santee. Amy is a champion for UX professionals who want to design their careers with intention and bring their good to the world through a practice of self-research, self...

In this episode, I have a wonderful conversation with transformational coach Kim Witten. Kim shares her interesting career path in which she worked as a graphic designer, a marketing professional, a linguist, a data analyst, and a web developer, then moved into UX research and design, all with the common thread of learning more about people and their behaviors. As a transformational coach, Kim hel...

In this episode, I have a wonderful conversation with Hilary Cluett, creator of the UX Vocab Club, a network of professionals, and a certified face reader, to help you improve your communication skills to power your career. Here are a few highlights from our conversation: Hilary shared how to use the Bubble Method to help you quickly explore ideas. This is an excellent tool for designers, writers,...

In this week’s episode, Jonathan Bowman, a Design Leader at Machinify and co-founder of the Board of Design, provides his insights on the critical topic of design feedback. He helps demystify feedback and helps us view feedback as a powerful tool for collaboration and our own growth so we can become more impactful at work. Highlights from our conversation Should designers know how to code? Designe...

Sana is a personal brand experience consultant who helps her clients stand out from the crowd and helps them monetize their unique edge. In our conversation, Sana shared her transition from consultant to creator. We explored how to show up as our authentic selves and how you can begin to develop your own personal philosophy, something that is crucial if you're building your brand.  Highlights...

In this episode, I have an insightful conversation with Kevin Packer, an entrepreneur, product leader, life coach, and writer. We talk about identifying the values that are important for you, which will help you build a solid foundation for achieving your potential. Kevin also shares a few powerful frameworks he uses to help him show up, lean in, and work towards his goals. Kevin also has a great...

In this episode, I talk with Paul Richmond, the teacher, and coach you wish you had in high school. Paul is a high school teacher, coach, author, and podcast host.  We talk about the Mindset Identifier , a chart Paul has created to help us show up with the right mindset. We all go through bad days but can decide to change our mindset to make sure we show up as C.H.A.M.P.I.O.Ns. Paul walks us...

In this episode, I have a conversation with life coach Mike Lamb about inspiring you to be the best version of yourself & live life intentionally. He shares the challenges in his life journey and how he took charge and started living more intentionally by connecting with his values and purpose in life. We talk about the importance of having a morning routine, having a coach who speaks the truth to...

In this episode, I talk with the artist, guide, hypnotherapist, and coach Francesca Elisia about how we can understand the inner struggles we face. Francesca also shares the tools she uses with her coaching clients for self-discovery. We also talk about mindsets, impostor syndrome, the benefits of working with a coach, and how the practice of hypnotherapy can help us connect with our essence. &nbs...

In this episode, I look a the trap of comparison and the inner struggles that come with it. We all compare ourselves to other people at one point or another. Whether it's their status, wealth, family, education, beauty, or the other million things, we regularly fall into the comparison trap. But we have a choice. We can stop comparing ourselves to others to raise their status and lower our own. We...

Hey friends, it has been a while since the last episode of my podcast. Perfectionism got a hold of me and got me off track, but I am back after a long break. Sometimes a break is just what we need to reignite the passion we started with. It is an opportunity to reconnect with our "why." Thanks for sticking around as I come back once again to help you cultivate your inner game so you can achieve yo...

In this episode, I have a conversation with Chris Tomasso, a gamification consultant, and podcast host.  We talk about creativity, personal development, self-awareness, and the path to awakening. This was one of those conversations where we could have kept talking because as you will hear we are both passionate about the topic of awakening.   A few highlights from our conversation: Use d...

In this episode, I have a wonderful conversation with Patricia Leveque, a writer, educator, and procrastination coach. I first met Patricia in the Ship 30-for-30 program, a writing program to help you build a consistent writing habit. Her wonderful essays about creativity and joy in ordinary moments helped me be more grateful and appreciate the time I spend with my family. She also helped me under...

In this episode, I have a fun conversation with Samanta Aquino, a product designer, creator, and mentor based in Stockholm. Samanta is a Latina product designer who is passionate about web accessibility and helping designers overcome their career struggles.  Episode Webpage Episode Transcript A few highlights from our conversation: If you feel stuck then take action towards what inspires you....

In this episode, I have a wonderful conversation with William Willis (@william3willis) - The Prolific Creator. William is the co-founder of the brand new Co-Create Community where creators can encourage and inspire each other to unlock their full potential. Read full episode transcript Episode Webp age A few highlights from our conversation: Is our niche discovered or should we know exactly what w...

In this episode, I have a conversation with Candice Yee, a product designer in Toronto. Candice has traveled to Melbourne and Kuala Lumpur to work as a UX designer to learn how design is done abroad. She took action to make opportunities for her instead of waiting around. She started a meetup group in Kuala Lumpur to meet other UX people which helped her grow as a designer and build her network. I...

In this episode, I have a conversation with Shujaat Syed a designer based in Toronto. Shujaat noticed very few opportunities to help out the designers from underrepresented groups so he created a mentorship program to help them level up their skills so they can be successful in their careers. It’s a great story with lots of lessons for us all. --- Have feedback? Great! Please take a moment to fill...

Lately, there has been a familiar voice that has appeared back in my head. As I work to get the Low Fidelity podcast up and running, the voice constantly reminds me that the podcast should be perfect right from the start, or it's not worth putting out there. The cover, the interview, the guests, the sound, the speed at which I work, they all need to be perfect. This voice is very opinionated and i...

In this episode, I have a conversation with Louis Salguero, a learning experience designer based in Melbourne. Louis gives us a peek into what a learning experience designer tackles on a daily basis and he shares solid advice on how to grow as a resilient designer.  --- Have feedback? Great! Please take a moment to fill out the podcast listener feedback survey

Low Fidelity with Rizwan Javaid is a podcast about doing our best work within the chaos of design. Come along as I explore ways to overcome the inner obstacles and the challenges we face in our work, become resilient, gain creative freedom, and reach our true creative potential.  Subscribe to the Low Fidelity newsletter at http://lowfidelity.substack.com Find me at www.rizwanjavaid.com Twitter: @r...