Hey designers, there are a tonne of things I have gone through the hard way,which I would like to share that hopefully you will learn from. Check out my medium for a summary of the pointers if you want to brush through the pointers.But the biggest takeaway: It takes time,be patient with yourself.
I apologize for the background noise.
11 Apr 2023
The digital divide
We are not all from the same background and environment,we don't all have the same approach and basic assumptions, especially about tech and digitization. In this episode we learn more about this.
31 Jan 2023
What's going on after settling into 2023
We started with some mad vibes,but the unemployment thing kicked in and it's just been foggy.Decided to spill the beans and tell my truth about what's really going on.It's a me episode,I did it for me to be honest. Wonder if you've gone through the same,or are going through the same.Nonetheless,I hope you listen in and learn a thing or two.Note:-I lost the flow of the conversation at some point,my bad. ADPList is a fantastic mentoring platform,one of the best I've used.It required me to have questions and straight to the point whereas I'd prefer organic meandering and fruitful conversations.So that's why I had reservations.It's a fantastic platform,it's allowed me to talk to senior designers, something that I never thought would be possible.
1 Jan 2023
2023 vibes
New year,new vibes...listen to find out what we are taking into 2023 and what we are leaving behind.Self talk by shad helmstetter is the book I referred to somewhere during the episode.
11 Dec 2022
The things I'm learning the hard way
Unscripted as usual, something I forgot to share in the episode,no one owes you anything and the insecurity of people having more than I do will pop up,yeah it eventually did and I'm dealing with that👍🏼... positively I might add.Check this out and more that I had to learn along the way and km dealing with in survival mode ie.taking it a day at a time,no goals,no dreams... don't feel sad though,we don't know what the future holds,right?
5 Dec 2022
Just wilding
Since this was an episode that backfired,well here goes nothing...
29 Nov 2022
Chat with Emmy
Hey lovelies,
I hopped on a call with Emmy, a badass designer and the co-founder of IGas (https://igastech.com/), and just freestyle, well about:
- Clean energy and what all IGas is all about, pretty cool!
- A quick intro
- How we discovered UX Design
- We need developers, to an extent
- Is AI going to take our jobs?
- Is there room for designers in Kenya?
- Secret hack to apply for jobs in Kenya
- How we learned UX design
- Support system and dealing with overload
For now, that's it, see you in the next one!
29 Nov 2022
Chatting with Liz and Chantelle
We are back babe!
Got to chat with two amazing shawries: Elizabeth Musanga (https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-musanga-02bb7011a/) and Chantelle Kyendereta (https://twitter.com/cckyendereta).
Some of the things we talked about:
- Why we became designers.
- How we learned to design, and our take on the Zuri Internship
- How we became designers
- Is there a Kenyan market for designers? Our take.
- Misconceptions about transitioning into UX Design
- Challenges we face as designers
- The blessings we have received after discovering UX Design
- Communities we need to join
- Real truths about getting a job in design in Kenya
- Why you need a support system as a designer
- What you'll need to give up to become a designer
That's it, but it's so juicy, quite tempted to bring them back for another one.
Let us know your thoughts and comments
5 Nov 2021
Soft skills you need as a designer (part 1)
The title pretty much says it all.From creativity and strategic thinking to having a keen eye, being a good communicator and having an open mind,goes a long way in broadening the scope of opportunities within your reach.
20 Sept 2021
After hours chat😲🤭🙊 with Cavendish
There are some things I can't keep secret. After our episode, we kept on talking and more was revealed.No edits,no retake, just going with the flow, again 🤯.
Disclaimers:
1. It is still raining in this episode 😂,I'm sorry,so the audio isn't as clear as we wish,but the content 🤯.
2. You'll also get to see a side of me not revealed on our serious episodes. Ofcourse, you'll hear us breaking into Swahili here and there.
3. I did not form Chapafrik, but, I joined and later on became a leader.
You can land that dream design job. You've got more experience than you think. Aluta continua!
20 Sept 2021
Chapafrik edition(Part one: Being in a design community.)
Guess who's been a designer for one straight year? Yap, I'm one 🤯😜, and this episode,is dedicated to my lovely community, Chapafrik, which helped reach this milestone.
If you would like to join Chapafrik, click this link https://chat.whatsapp.com/GQ1zViiSYNL86BTEd9EMkF (https://chat.whatsapp.com/GQ1zViiSYNL86BTEd9EMkF) and if you want to holla at me,it is at tifftawarar@gmail.com (mailto:tifftawarar@gmail.com). 🥂 to many more years designing real.
20 Sept 2021
Chapafrik edition (Part two: Landing a design job)
You asked for it, and there,you have it.Listen in on a conversation between the lovely Cavendish Mwangi (https://www.linkedin.com/in/cavendish-mwangi/)and I as she answers questions on landing design jobs and sheds more light on the recruitment process.
Disclaimer:We did this when it was raining on my end,so the audio isn't a tad perfect,but the value 🤯, cellular babe.
Click link to join community (https://chat.whatsapp.com/GQ1zViiSYNL86BTEd9EMkF)(limited spots left)
Enjoy.
18 Aug 2021
Design and mental health (part three)
A collab featuring Phyllis Wanja,a mental health advocate and founder of Afyakili, drops some wisdom and shares tips on how we can handle mental issues we deal with day to day as designers.It is a hot one.
12 Jul 2021
Design and mental health (part two)
To be honest, I'm not fine sometimes, even when the world thinks I am. Sometimes, I feel like I am on top of the world, at other times, I feel like I am breathing under water. I recognize that I may lie to other people that I'm fine, but let me not lie to myself. Self awareness, self forgiveness, patience and empathy are things gifts we need to exercise by ourselves and for ourselves before we extend the same to others.
In this episode, I'll be sharing my personal mental struggles and how I'm taking it a step a time.
I also want to remind you that you are not alone, we are in this together. Incase you want to talk, hit me up at tifftawarar@gmail.com (//tifftawarar@gmail.com).
N:B: Whatever I share or advice does not constitute as professional medical advice, but my point of view on matters. Incase you need help, contact your nearest medical facility on how to proceed.
I wish you peace of mind, serenity, courage and positive mental health growth. Keep working on your inner you and become the designer this world needs.
And know that you are so worth it boo. Always...
7 May 2021
Design and mental health (part one)
Are you high? Are you whole? Are you good enough? Yes,Yes and Yes!
This episode will try and navigate our mental health as designers.
Some pointers: Allow yourself to feel and move on, Know you are worthy, Stay in your lane, Take a beep then come back ,Rest, Count your blessings and keep it 💯 with yourself.
Love yourself more, you deserve to treasure amazing people you know, and guess what, you are one of those amazing people❣️
Incase you want to holla, it's at tifftawarar@gmail.com (//tifftawarar@gmail.com).
27 Apr 2021
Lessons from a Kenyan Junior Designer
It's your girl, Tiff and I'll be spitting some gems of wisdom,hope they'll fall on you.
A summary of the lessons is available on medium (https://medium.com/@tiffanytawaraar/21-lessons-from-a-junior-designer-in-2021-303f6cc3c999) with the same title, just incase you want to read through as well., this introvert will be delighted to hear from you😃.I also apologize for the background noise and poor audio, we shall get better🧗🏿♂️
Just incase you want to holla, do so by mailing me at tifftawarar@gmail.com (//tifftawarar@gmail.com).
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