A Design Mentor
Sandy Hongsan Chen
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EP 014 Getting to the Core of Value
In this episode, I get to the core of value, and the term value proposition. It’s not as a buzzword, but a promise designers make. I share how creating my own “life kit” revealed that value isn’t…
EP 013 Users Light The Way—Seeing Design Through Their Eyes
Every user follows a journey, but unexpected roadblocks can change their path. By mapping these journeys, we can uncover frustrations, improve experiences, and create better designs. Let’s explore…
EP 012 You are NOT your user — my learning lesson
Design isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about understanding people. In this episode, I dive into the biggest lesson I learned in design: you are NOT your user. Avoiding assumptions and embracing…
EP 011 What are (digital) products?
In this episode, I break down what digital products are in the simplest way possible, sharing how I’ve explained my work to different people over the years—including my own mom. Design can often feel…
EP 010 Pivoting is redesigning life through change
In this episode, I explore the concept of pivoting—not just in business, but as a powerful tool for personal growth. I share how my own pivoting moments, filled with uncertainty and courage, helped…
EP 009 Empathy might not be what you thought it was
In this episode, I dive into the real meaning of empathy—not just as a design buzzword, but as a life-changing practice. I share how becoming a product designer helped me understand empathy on a…
EP 008 What if failure was the key to success?
In this episode, I reflect on how my understanding of success and failure has evolved over the years—shaped by personal loss, career shifts, and meaningful projects. I share a deeply personal story…
EP 007 How staying curious fuels creativity and growth
In this episode, I dive into the role of curiosity in shaping our personal growth, creativity, and even our careers. How do we stay open and willing to learn as we move through life? Why does…
EP 006 Your life shapes your taste and vision
When does taste come up in your life? Is it when you're asked to share your point of view? In this episode, I explore the evolving nature of personal and collective taste, both in creative…
EP 005 How is creativity related to craft?
Have you ever wondered what creativity actually means? In this episode, I explore the true essence of creativity beyond the traditional definitions tied to art and design. I share how my own…
EP 004 Are you an Artist or a designer?
In this video, I share my journey of discovering the difference between being an artist and a designer—and how I realized I could be both. If you’ve ever felt like an imposter in your creative work,…
EP 002 Why I became a design mentor (and what it means to me)
In this episode, I share how my career evolved from being a visual designer in New York to becoming a full-time mentor. I talk about pivotal moments—designing my first mobile app, collaborating…
EP 001 I never planned to be a designer—here’s what happened
In this first episode, I share the unexpected journey that led me to a 20-year career in design, starting from my childhood in Taiwan to studying and working in New York City. I talk about navigating…
EP 003 A Design Mentor: The story behind this channel
In this episode, I share the story behind starting A Design Mentor. After moving to Taiwan, slowing down during the pandemic, and reflecting on my journey as a designer and mentor, I realized that…
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A Design Mentor has published 14 episodes since October 2024, covering topics in Personal Journals, Society & Culture.
A Design Mentor is currently sporadic with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 8m.
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