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When friction is the feature

The instinct in product design is to remove friction. But in high-stakes contexts, the right call is sometimes the opposite.

26 March 2026 Read →
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Clarity is not the same as simplicity

Removing things isn't always the right move.

20 March 2026
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Designing for people who are already stressed

Most design processes assume a calm, capable, unhurried user. In financial services, that assumption fails constantly.

14 February 2026
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What compliance taught me about design

Working in regulated environments changes how you think about constraints. They stop being obstacles and start being inputs.

8 January 2026
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