Design Office Hours with Peter Boeckel

• Episode 9 - Q&A Workplace Fit

  In this episode of Design Office Hours, I answer a deceptively simple question with very real consequences: How do you choose the right workplace when you have options? From evaluating team culture to listening to your gut, this episode walks through what to pay attention to—especially when two jobs look equally good on paper. Here’s what I cover: How to go beyond the job title and assess team dynamics Smart questions to ask in interviews (hint: think about culture and conflict) Why the comfortable job may not be where you grow the most How to trust your gut—without losing perspective The danger of choosing a brand name over actual fit Whether you’re a student choosing your first internship or a designer switching roles, this episode is a reality check for making thoughtful, aligned career choices. Send in your questions at: peterboeckel.com/designofficehours Email: [email protected] Follow: @designofficehours

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• Episode 7 - Q&A Promotion

  In this episode of Design Office Hours, I tackle a big, juicy question that hits home for a lot of designers: How do you make a case for promotion—especially when your workplace doesn’t have clear metrics? If you’re already doing the work of a senior designer but haven’t gotten the title (or the raise), this episode walks through the mindset, strategy, and conversations that can help move things forward. Here’s what I cover: Why doing the work is necessary—but not always enough How to start a productive, ongoing dialogue with your manager What to do if your company has no formal promotion structure How to ask the right questions and track your growth When (and how) to check your value on the job market Why building your case for promotion is a professional growth moment—no matter the outcome Whether you’re in a studio, agency, or corporate design team, this episode is full of real-world insight on navigating the promotion conversation with confidence and clarity. Got a story or question about promotions? Email: [email protected] Follow: @designofficehours Submit a question: peterboeckel.com/designofficehours

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• Episode 6 - Q&A Burnout Prevention

  In this episode of Design Office Hours, I answer a question that comes up more often than you’d expect: “What helps you prevent burnout or manage stress when designing?” If you’re in design school, just starting your first job, or feeling like you’re running on fumes, this one’s for you.   Here’s what I cover: How staying organized helps you gain clarity and calm Why context is the antidote to overwhelm The power of non-design hobbies (and yes, I talk about cycling uphill) Why meditation is like tuning your mental operating system The role of people: mentors, managers, classmates, and your personal “kitchen cabinet” What changes when you move from school to work—and how to adapt without overextending   Burnout is real. And while design can be intense, it doesn’t have to break you. These are strategies I’ve lived and learned—some the hard way.   Got a follow-up question? Email me at [email protected] Follow along: @designofficehours Sign up: peterboeckel.com/designofficehours  

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