Ryan Rumsey
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Are the rumors true?
There’s a rumor going around that I’m releasing a new, expanded edition of Business Thinking for Designers.
Campus Notes #3
The challenge of translating your experience into a story hiring managers want to see, what Figma will be up against, claude chat exporter, and better understanding emotional energy.
Powerful Portfolios for Designers in Management • August 12-14, 2025
Having a clear story about your experience gives you a competitive advantage. You'll leave this workshop with a portfolio people will talk about.
Do this one thing to get metrics for your design portfolio
Future you will thank you
Campus Notes #2
The challenge of creating a portfolio when job titles are so ambiguous, women-centric design, bringing value without being hands-on, and executives know exactly how designers will show up.
On changing someone's mind
One of the more common questions I get is, “How can I change [PERSON]’s mind?” While there’s various ways to answer this question, it’s really important we understand the stakes at play before we jump in.
Campus Notes #1
Connecting design to metrics with maps, changing minds, five key choices, and Mary Meeker's take on AI
A fundamental flaw in how Product Strategy is taught
Every day, I see individuals and teams struggle with connecting product work to the big picture, and I keep coming back to a fundamental flaw in how Product Strategy is taught.
Execs know exactly how Designers will show up to the meeting
The perils of being predictable.
"How to be a better design leader" advice was making me worse at my job
I had to stop following popular design leadership advice to actually lead
Every business rule is made up
All business rules are made up–just like design. Remaking the rules opens the gates to new possibilities.
15 Better Reasons Why Designers Should Learn Business
Understanding business isn't about advancing your career – it's about knowing when to walk away and having the power to do it.
How designers can stand out in a crowded job market.
There’s a format of storytelling in business that has been very successful for decision-making. Since hiring is a decision-making meeting, try incorporating the SCR format of storytelling.