Becoming a pro at any profession, like rocking the world of product design, is all about connecting the dots, even when they seem as opposite as pizza and pineapple (yeah, I went there). These life lessons, they stick with you like a catchy tune, and suddenly, bam! They're there, making sense of everything in your life.
The Issue in Real Life
Back in my Academy of Arts days, my brain used to go on overdrive at museums. It was like a visual buffet, and I wanted to taste every exhibit. But after an hour, I was lost in a sea of colors and shapes, with zero clue about what I'd just seen. Shiny object syndrome, much? Attention span of a goldfish. It was like I was on a mission to learn everything, but in the end, I learned nada.
How It Relates to Product Design
Fast forward to the world of product design. We're all about success, right? But here's the kicker: it becomes a mess when it's all about us and our needs. We start obsessing, cramming in features like it's a race, and our product turns into a chaotic museum tour. No one knows what's going on, and it's just a jumble of confusion.
The Solution in Real Life
Recall that museum marathon? Well, our professor let us in on a secret: dash through it like you're on a rollercoaster. Ask yourself, "What do I remember?" Once you've got that golden list, dive into those artworks. Zero in on what grabs you, and ditch the rest.
How It Applies to Product Design
Product design, my friend, is a bit like a brainstorming session. Let those ideas flood in like a dam just burst. Scribble them down, take a breather, and when you're writing, don't overthink. Your first ideas might be meh, but the ones that sneak in at the end? They're the hidden gems. Now, I was thinking about this museum story and how it connects to product design. I might be onto something, or maybe not. What's your take?
P.S.
Try the "Museum framework" next time you're soaking in art. It's like a shortcut to what really matters. Cheers to staying healthy, both in museums and in life!