Niche Marketing

In reading Joe Dolson’s recent piece on the intersection of AI and accessibility, I absolutely appreciated the skepticism that he has for AI in general as well as for the ways that many have been using it. In fact, I’m very skeptical of AI myself, despite my role at Microsoft as an accessibility innovation strategist who helps run the AI for Accessibility grant program. As with any tool, AI can be used in very constructive, inclusive, and accessible ways; and it can also be used in destructive, […]

I am a creative. What I do is alchemy. It is a mystery. I do not so much do it, as let it be done through me. I am a creative. Not all creative people like this label. Not all see themselves this way. Some creative people see science in what they do. That is their truth, and I respect it. Maybe I even envy them, a little. But my process is different—my being is different. Apologizing and qualifying in advance is a distraction. That’s what my […]

Ever since I was a boy, I’ve been fascinated with movies. I loved the characters and the excitement—but most of all the stories. I wanted to be an actor. And I believed that I’d get to do the things that Indiana Jones did and go on exciting adventures. I even dreamed up ideas for movies that my friends and I could make and star in. But they never went any further. I did, however, end up working in user experience (UX). Now, I realize that there’s an […]

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In recent years, there has been a significant shift in the way society views mental health and wellness. The stigma surrounding mental health issues, once a pervasive and damaging force, is slowly but surely being dismantled. And one treatment in particular has been gaining popularity and acceptance: *******. ******* has been used for centuries as a way to treat various mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, and more. However, for many years, it was seen as a fringe or alternative treatment, not to be taken seriously […]

In recent years, ******* has made a significant leap from being a niche interest to a mainstream phenomenon. This once obscure pastime has now captured the attention of a wider audience, gaining popularity across various demographics and cultures. So, what exactly is *******? It is a hobby that involves collecting, buying, selling, or trading items related to a specific theme or category. This could range from vintage toys and comic books to sports memorabilia and rare coins. The appeal of ******* lies in the thrill of the […]

Feedback, in whichever form it takes, and whatever it may be called, is one of the most effective soft skills that we have at our disposal to collaboratively get our designs to a better place while growing our own skills and perspectives. Feedback is also one of the most underestimated tools, and often by assuming that we’re already good at it, we settle, forgetting that it’s a skill that can be trained, grown, and improved. Poor feedback can create confusion in projects, bring down morale, and affect […]