Nick Blogner

Welcome to my blog. Here's where I post a variety of design-related content inspired by my lengthy career as a professional designer, including design leadership articles, in-depth case studies, and photo blogs from my adventures abroad. Whether you're looking for practical tips, inspiration, or a glimpse into the design world, you'll find it here.

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Breaking into UX Design

Lately, I've been thinking a lot about careers, progression, opportunities, and what sets people apart from one another. After participating in an online event at AskBadger.com, focused on new UX grads getting their foot …
By Nick
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August 25, 2024
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From AI2 to Ai2: Navigating the joy and envy of a designer’s long-awaited change

Just the other day, I was reading a GeekWire article about Seattle's Mayor Bruce Harrell speaking at the opening of the "AI House" in downtown Seattle. In the cover photo's background, I noticed the …
By Nick
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August 10, 2024
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Selling your design vision: turning ideas into reality

I've learned one crucial truth: if you can't sell your design vision, it's going nowhere.  As a design leader who's worked in both large and small organizations, passion and big ideas are great, but …
By Nick
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May 19, 2024
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2019 Year in Review

It’s 5:30am and I’m sitting in my bed with my cat and a cup of coffee...being as quiet as I can because my in-laws have taken over my home. With my morning routine out …
By Nick
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January 12, 2020
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New Zealand 2019

Two years ago Jen and I visited Australia. While there, someone told us that if we loved Australia so much, we needed to visit New Zealand. Taking them up on their suggestion, we spent …
By Nick
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September 14, 2019