Ep5 — The Designer’s Dilemma: Leading Teams or Leading Craft

​Join us for Episode 5 of Fieldnotes: The Designer’s Dilemma — Leading Teams or Leading Craft

​Hosts Cole Derochie (Today in Design) and William Channer (Spaces / Lovers Magazine) dive into a topic that strikes at the heart of every designer’s journey: navigating the balance between leading teams and staying hands-on with craft.

​In this thought-provoking discussion, we’ll explore the core differences, overlaps, and challenges between these two paths, examining why this dilemma resonates so deeply in the design community.

​Our incredible guests bring unique perspectives to the table:

• ​Kevin Twohy (Twohy Design Works)

• ​Frank Bach (Instagram, Headspace)

​What to expect:

• ​Insights into whether leading teams and leading craft are mutually exclusive or can coexist.

• ​Personal stories of how these experts have tackled this decision in their careers.

• ​Discussion on whether this challenge is unique to design or extends to other creative fields.

​Bring your own questions for our interactive Q&A session. Whether you're leading teams, focusing on craft, or somewhere in between, this episode will offer actionable takeaways and inspiring reflections.

​Be part of the conversation—join us for a deep dive into the Designer’s Dilemma!