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DtG #10: Creating equitable hiring systems in design

DtG #10: Creating equitable hiring systems in design

We talk a lot about inclusive design, but rarely about the systems we use to build inclusive teams. This piece unpacks how to make hiring more equitable, from portfolios and panels to cultural fit.

Ben Martin
Ben Martin
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DtG #7: The visibility tax of design management.

DtG #7: The visibility tax of design management.

Design managers do a lot that never shows up in a roadmap. Here’s why that work matters—and why we need to start recognizing it.

Ben Martin
Ben Martin
design leadershipdesign leadership
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DtG #6: The fine line between leadership and gatekeeping.

DtG #6: The fine line between leadership and gatekeeping.

Gatekeeping in design leadership often comes from a good place—shielding teams from unnecessary friction. But too much protection can limit growth, stifle influence, and prevent designers from developing the skills they need to thrive.

Ben Martin
Ben Martin