Reading

What I’m Reading

A curated collection of books, articles, and resources that inspire my design thinking and professional growth.

Latest Reading Insights

Design & UX Favorites

“Don’t Make Me Think” by Steve Krug

The classic guide to web usability that every designer should read.

“The Elements of User Experience” by Jesse James Garrett

A comprehensive framework for understanding and implementing user experience design.

“About Face” by Alan Cooper

Essential reading for interaction design and user-centered design methodologies.

“Hooked” by Nir Eyal

Understanding how to build products that create lasting user engagement.

Business & Strategy

“Good to Great” by Jim Collins

What makes companies transition from good to great performance.

“Crossing the Chasm” by Geoffrey Moore

Marketing and selling disruptive products to mainstream customers.

“The Innovator’s Dilemma” by Clayton Christensen

Understanding disruptive innovation and its impact on established companies.

Psychology & Human Behavior

“Influence” by Robert Cialdini

The psychology of persuasion and how it applies to design and user experience.

“Predictably Irrational” by Dan Ariely

Understanding the hidden forces that shape our decisions.

“Nudge” by Richard Thaler

How small changes in choice architecture can lead to better decisions.

Articles & Resources

Design Blogs I Follow

Newsletters

  • UX Weekly - Curated UX articles and resources
  • Designer Hangout - Community insights and job opportunities
  • The UX Newsletter - Latest trends and case studies

Reading Goals for 2024

  • “The Mom Test” by Rob Fitzpatrick
  • “Continuous Discovery Habits” by Teresa Torres
  • “Escaping the Build Trap” by Melissa Perri
  • “User Story Mapping” by Jeff Patton
  • “The Lean Product Playbook” by Dan Olsen

Book Recommendations

Have a book recommendation for me? I’m always looking for new perspectives on design, business, and human behavior. Feel free to reach out with your suggestions!

“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.” - Dr. Seuss