Design Therapy Justin Hall, Steven Hsieh & Trixie Johnston

Are all engineers side hustlers?Join us as we talk with lead engineer Harsh Overseer about his various side ventures, what keeps him motivated to strive for excellence beyond his 9 to 5 and how he defines success for himself.Find out more at designtherapy.com.au

We're tackling the enigma of imposter syndrome. That sneaky voice in your head saying, 'You're out of your depth'—we're exposing it. The twist: is imposter syndrome all bad, or does it hold unexpected insights? Join us for a candid chat filled with personal stories, as we unravel this complex and sometimes irrational feeling. It's a journey through self-doubt, and we're here to navigate it together.Find out more at designtherapy.com.au

UX designer and generative AI enthusiast Sophie Greenfield helps Steven Hsieh (shay) and Justin Hall navigate the future of AI in design, its current limits and how reinventing her skillset has helped her outrun the rise and fall of digital trends.Find out more at designtherapy.com.au

Alpha – an individual who’s confident, assertive and ambitious. As someone who is constantly labelled an alpha female, how does it impact your life?In this episode, Justin and Trixie talk to accessibility practice lead Nika Khodjasteh about her experiences navigating the professional world as an alpha female. We break down stereotypes, share personal stories and talk about the shifting dynamics of women in society and workplace.Find out more at designtherapy.com.au

What's life really like for remote workers in a post COVID world?Ryan Hoy gives us a glimpse into his life as a fully remote designer - highlighting the difficulties in forming relationships online and importance of developing a strong virtual presence.He also reveals some of his personal struggles and the ways in which remote work has enabled him to strengthen his relationship with family, rediscover old passions and live a healthier and happier life.Listen in as we discuss the benefits and ...

Whether we like it or not, the fight-or-flight response is coded in our genetics and not all of us are well-equipped to deal with these anxiety-induced feelings.Join Trixie and Justin as they unpack traumatic workplace experiences from fellow co-host Steve’s past and how he's overcoming them.We'll explore dark spirals of negative thoughts due to (not so constructive) design critiques, seeking professional help from workplace assistance programs and finding new behavioural tools to deal ...