Discipline vs. Talent in Design
Talent is a gift—we spend years trying to discover what we’re naturally good at. And when we find it, it feels like magic. But talent has a flaw: it leans on motivation. And motivation is unreliable.
Discipline, though, is solid. It shows up when inspiration doesn’t. It gets the work done, even when you don’t feel like it. In design, that consistency matters more than bursts of brilliance.
Talent might open the door, but discipline is what keeps you moving forward.
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AI-Generated content should be in the public domain
There is no stopping the Ai; questions about the ownership and copyright of AI-generated content are something we all talk about. I support the argument that such content should belong to the public domain and it cannot be copyright restrictions.
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When you love Lorem Ipsum, it feels strange to realize that we have reached a point where much of the content we consume is generated. Does this mean we are no longer creating anything new? Is content the first domain where originality is fading?
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A transparent process for commissioning design services that respects both the profession and the public interest. This way of working aligns with best practices in design and public procurement.
We always see ourselves a littl e better before we look in the mirror.
Fun fact that goes with singing in the shower and playing some air guitar. But lets transform that phrase into branding. When was the last time you looked with your brand in the mirror?