Quick decisions don’t require a manager title.

I put together a designer-friendly playbook: RAPID-lite for defined roles, a 1-page pre-read, consent vs. consensus, and a 5-line decision log.

Faster calls, less rehash.

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Not every career-changing skill comes with a Figma plugin. In this new piece I talk about the invisible abilities that quietly shape who gets promoted, who gets trusted, and who stays stuck.

Designers are more than creatives — we’re connectors.

We translate strategy into visuals and bridge the gap between what teams want and people experience.

This valuable work is brings clarity to confusion, direction to drift, and cohesion to chaos.

Designers aren’t just makers. We’re bridges.

Over your career you’ve layered skills into a blend that’s unique to you. Find or mold a role that needs all you have to offer.

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Going above and beyond but no one is noticing? Here’s what you should do.

Not every job is your dream job, in fact probably few are (that’s what the money’s for).

But if you’re learning and growing you’re gaining durable value alongside your paycheck.

Are you?

Thrilled to see my state of NY enact the bell-to-bell phone ban in schools. Long-overdue boost to focus and real social interaction for our kids.

👋 Hey, I’m Krispin — design leader turned career coach.
I help UX, web, and product designers grow into confident, strategic leaders.

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