Insights

Product / Design Related

My top product related books is a collection that has had a significant impact on my professional journey as a product designer. These books have not only inspired me creatively, but have also provided valuable insights into the design industry, helped me develop my skills, and shaped my approach to design thinking and problem-solving. Each book in this section has been carefully selected based on its ability to inspire and guide me in my work, and I am excited to share them as a testament to their importance in a product design career.

1
Laws of UX
Jon Yablonsky
2
Steve Jobbs
Walter Isaacson
3
Hooked
Nir Eyal
4
Start With Why
Simon Sinek
5
About Face
Alan Cooper
6
Lean UX
O'Reilly
7
The Shape of Design
Frank Chimero
8
Think Again
Adam Grant
9
The Making of A Manager
Julie Zhuo
10
Creativity, Inc.
Ed Catmull
11
Show Your Work
Austin Kleon
12
On Design Thinking
Tim Brown
Productivity / Lifestyle

As a designer, it's easy to get caught up in the latest trends and techniques in the industry. But sometimes, the most impactful lessons come from unexpected sources. In this section, I want to share with you some of the books that have had a profound impact on me, not in terms of design directly, but in terms of my daily life and work ethic. These books have helped me to think differently, develop new perspectives, and approach challenges with a renewed sense of purpose. I hope that they will inspire you as much as they have inspired me.

1
The Almanack of Naval Ravikant
Eric Jorgenson
2
The Daily Stoic
Ryan Holiday & Stephen Hanselman
3
Extreme Ownership
Jocko Willink & Leif Babin
4
Meditations
Marcus Aurelius
5
The 48 Laws of Power
Robert Greene
6
Jupiter's Travels
Ted Simon
7
Influence
Robert B. Cialdini, P.H.D
8
Essentialism
Greg McKeown
9
Never Split the Difference
Chris Voss
10
How To Be A Stoic
Massimo Pigliucci
11
The Alchemist
Paulo Coelho
12
Deep Work
Cal Newport
13
Mindset
Dr Carol S. Dweck
14
Ted Talks
Chris Anderson
15
Can't Hurt me
David Goggins
16
What They Teach You at Harvard Business School
Philip Delves Broughton
17
Make it Stick
Peter C. Browns
18
Lying
Sam Harris

My Video Selection

YouTube videos have had a profound impact on me both in my design career and in my daily life. These videos have challenged me to think differently, inspired me to pursue my passions, and encouraged me to push past my comfort zone. In this section of my website, I want to share with you some of the most impactful videos that I've come across, including talks on design thinking, creativity, and personal development. Whether you're a designer or simply looking for inspiration, I believe that these videos have the power to motivate and inspire you to reach your full potential.

My Video Playlist

Miro: Product Designer Portfolio Reviews
Miro’s experts, Lena and Robert, will share the first things they look for as a Design Recruiter and Head of Design.
The Design Genius of Charles + Ray Eames
The legendary design team Charles and Ray Eames made films, houses, books and classic midcentury modern furniture.
Unlock design system scalability with variables
In depth session to learn how you can level up your design system in Figma for better scalability, theming, and more..
Achieving maximum focus and controlling distractions | Andrew Huberman and Lex Fridman
Neuroscientist Andrew Huberman joins Lex Fridman to discuss achieving maximum focus and controlling distractions.
Brian Chesky, Co-Founder and CEO of Airbnb: Designing a 10-star Experience
In this View From The Top interview, James Yan MBA '23, speaks with Brian Chesky, Co-Founder and CEO of Airbnb.
Objectified: Smart Design OXO Good Grips Story
An excerpt from the feature-length documentary by Gary Hustwit about our complex relationship with manufactured objects.
Start With Why - Simok Sinek
Our WHY is the thing we give to the world, and we must look inside ourselves to discover it. Our closest friends can help us identify our W
April 19, 2023
Objets Nomades at Milan Design Week 2023
Objets Nomades at Milan Design Week. Louis Vuitton is once again presenting the latest additions to the collection.
April 21, 2023
Space X - Starship Flight Test
Starship gave us quite a show during today’s first flight test of a fully integrated Starship and Super Heavy rocket from Starbase in Texas.

I'm always on the lookout for new sources of inspiration and insight, and I believe that there's always something to be learned from others. If you've come across a YouTube video that has had a profound impact on you or if there's a book that you think I should check out, I'd love to hear from you! Please feel free to get in touch with me and share your suggestions. Who knows, maybe your recommendation will be the next big inspiration for me and others visiting this website.