
I wish I had access to something like this years ago. I know this book will help so many designers.
Progress to the next IC-level after senior—whether it's called Staff, Lead, or Principal at your organization.
Learn from the designers who've done it themselves.
Based on how 50+ companies evaluate employees, interviews with 19 designers on on their progression, and analysis of hundreds of design career paths.
Understanding the role
Planning the promotion
What to work on
Seeing the big picture
Working with people
Communicating achievements
I wish I had access to something like this years ago. I know this book will help so many designers.
Just from the first pages, I gained more understanding of the role and the steps to get there than I have in the last few years on my own. Rather than relying solely on a manager to help me progress, I now have a map to define it for myself.
This book is an invaluable guide for growing into a strategic and influential design role. It offers clear insights, practical advice, and real-world examples that make the often ambiguous path to Staff Designer feel achievable.
Finally, a blueprint that gives you actionable steps to progress further as an IC. If you’ve plateaued at being a senior for a while, this book is for you!
Historically, management was the only option if you wanted to progress as a designer.
As a result, we have managers who aren't interested in or equipped to manage people just because they had no other way to progress.
Today, more companies have a track for individual contributors. Senior designers can finally get to the next level (often called Staff, Lead or Principal) without managing others.
This book will help you navigate that path and get promoted.