The wisdom in design.

"If you’re good with computers, if you’re good at basic mathematics, if you’re good at writing, if you’re good at speaking, and if you like reading, you’re set for life." ~ @naval If I could do it all over again. These skills will be taught to my kids. 👇

Not a good look for @blackbaud on #GivingTuesday2024. Hoping non-profits impacted get some form of compensation. Especially non-profits using Luminate Online in Canada who are already dealing with the Canada Post strike.

@nntaleb Agreed. Wear a damn mask! Can you pose the same ethical questions to older gernerations about climate change? How much do you value your grandchildren or great grandchildren?

COVID: A central ethical point: intergenerational liability. Like many central points, goes to the footnote.

Interesting article about the concept of time. space.com/29859-the-illu…

@jezzejayz Yes, I like this. "Follow your passion" is a bit of a loaded statement. Treat time like your most precious resource. Spend it on your most pressing problems, your passions, and your relationships. Avoid the get rich quick eBooks/courses.

@wisdomindesign Another option - follow your problems and you will get rewarded by offering the solution.

I am relatively new to twitter. There is an abundance of "get rich quick" twitter accounts pushing ebooks and courses. In my experience, "get rich quick" usually means making someone else rich. Simple advice: follow your passion and you will get rewarded.

Never write an email while angry.

Life is an echo, what you send out comes back.

@AdamMGrant Good stuff as always @AdamMGrant Strong leaders also produce other strong leaders and are not afraid to let them go and move on to new opportunities. I’m sure I got this from you at some point. 👍

Weak leaders start by praising themselves and criticizing others. They take credit and give blame. Strong leaders begin by criticizing themselves and praising others. They take responsibility and give credit. #SaturdayThoughts

So creative.

Digital disruption is everywhere. Uber: World's largest taxi company doesn't own a car. Airbnb: Largest accommodation provider doesn't own a hotel room. Amazon: Largest retailer has no brick and mortar stores. Twitter: Fastest news breaker.

If something interests you, pursue it with a passion.

A life lesson I learned early in my career. Invest in yourself. Don't wait for your employer to invest in you. Develop your own learning curriculum tailored to your goals, not your employer's goals. It's more fun when you design your learning path.

The Bodhi Tree is an enormous sacred fig tree in which Buddha is said to have attained enlightenment. Symbolizes wisdom, compassion, and awareness. These trees should be planted everywhere.

There is wisdom in literature. "Never let your sense of morals prevent you from doing what is right.” “Violence is the last refuge of the incompetent.” “It pays to be obvious, especially if you have a reputation for subtlety.” - Isaac Asimov, Foundations

Design element resources I use to create slides and graphics. Inspiration: @envato / @Behance / @dribbble Icons: @theflaticon Images: @unsplash Fonts: @MyFonts / @googlefonts / @AdobeFonts Videos: @pond5 Enjoy!

Color plays a critical role in any design. It communicates, guides, and triggers emotional responses. It is important to establish color harmony in your design. Your design will improve significantly if you learn color theory basics. 👇

"Do not resent the remarks of a fool. Ignore them." - Aesop, The Lion & the Ass

The smaller the mind, the greater the conceit. Aesops Fables The Gnat & the Bull

You can't buy wisdom. You have to earn it. A conversation, tweet, or book isn't going to make you smarter. What makes you smarter is the lonely work of chewing on it, digesting it, and making it yours.

“I have no special talent. I am only passionately curious.” ~ Albert Einstein