The Phantom Cosmonaut

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Break the Cycle — Ways to Remain Creative Working From Home

So, you have found yourself working solo or since being sent home from the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, feeling a bit isolated? Well, I might have some ideas to help with that. Along with what I touched on in maintaining your mental health, finding ways to get that creative thinking going can be a struggle at times. So what can you do? (Re-)Establish that Human Contact This might seem obvious or might seem silly, Read more…

By Jason, ago

What Happened to Creating Our Successors?

I’m not sure when, but lately it feels like we have stopped looking to mentor others to succeed and become our successors. It was something I tried to do in the past, share my knowledge, and help those I worked with to better themselves. I also was vocal about this basic concept with other managers which always seemed to fall on deaf ears. So many feel threatened if someone knows how to do something you Read more…

By Jason, ago

Wireframing, The Crucial Step So Many Overlook

It has amazed me in my time doing digital design how many overlook such an easy, but crucial step in the design process. Wireframing. Defined by Usability.gov, Wireframing is: A wireframe is a two-dimensional illustration of a page’s interface that specifically focuses on space allocation and prioritization of content, functionalities available, and intended behaviors. For these reasons, wireframes typically do not include any styling, color, or graphics. Wireframes also help establish relationships between a website’s Read more…

By Jason, ago

My Bad, I Did It Again

Sadly, I had such good intentions last year when I relaunched this site. I thought things were headed in a different direction since I would be working remotely from home. Boy was I wrong! I found myself much busier than I was when we were in the office. And at the end of the day, I was in no mood for more computer time. Especially when the days already felt long as it was. Since Read more…

By Jason, ago
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Amazing Animated Commercial for New YT Industries “IZZO” Mountain Bike

Growing up during the ’80s, I think it was hard not to be a fan of animation. That ended up being the foundation that fueled my love for comics, anime, video games and more. So, when YT Industries dropped their new commercial for their new 2020 YT IZZO mountain bike, they immediately grabbed my attention. With a mash-up of ancient Asian culture and a sci-fi futuristic backdrop, the commercial delivers some great fighting action in Read more…

By Jason, ago