How do you make an impact as an introvert without pretending to be an extrovert? Often designers find themselves as quiet people in a noisy world, struggling in silence and being frustrated at not being heard. Tim Yeo joins us to talk about how introverted designers and design leaders can work with their introversion and...
Jul 2025
Season 3 update from James and Per
This is an update to let you know that we have reached the end of Season 3. Have a great summer, and perhaps Per will see you at Camp Digital in Manchester, England, and perhaps James will see you at Web Summer Camp in Opatija, Croatia.
2m 3s
May 2025
Designer burnout with Katrina Alcorn
S03E10 (#338). About 15 years ago Katrina Alcorn suffered from burnout while managing a team of designers and raising a family. Drawing from her own experience, Katrina highlights during our conversation the importance of autonomy, connection, as well as purpose in the workplace.
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Apr 2025
#107 Networking for Introverts – Can UX Design Help You Make Better Connections?
In this episode, we’re tackling something that many of us in UX, product, and design secretly struggle with: networking.Let’s be honest—traditional networking was built for extroverts.〜 Loud voices, quick conversations, and constant self-promotion dominate events.〜 Social platfor ... Show More
21m 25s
Aug 2025
#356: Can an Introvert Be a Leader?
In this episode, Perry Holley and Chris Goede address the common assumption that only extroverts can be effective leaders. They highlight the unique strengths and abilities that introverted leaders bring to the table, such as their ability to steady a room, think deeply, and list ... Show More
16m 10s
May 2024
How Introverts Can Win in the Workplace | E401
Introverts are the unsung heroes of the workplace. They're thoughtful, analytical, and they excel at working independently. Still, if you have an introverted personality type, getting ahead at work can be a challenge. This podcast episode is going to tell you how to leverage your ... Show More
45m 22s
Dec 2023
How To Network As An Introvert
It may be hard to believe, but Chris and I are actually total introverts. That said, we still manage to network, make connections, and have meaningful conversations in high-level rooms. In this episode, we share our top tips on stepping into events that spark action, starting con ... Show More
21m 21s