AI: Making Space for What Matters
Although AI is often seen as a tool for increasing speed, its real value lies in the space it creates for judgment, collaboration, and intentional work.
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The Quiet Lessons that Shape How We Lead
Balancing two very different roles revealed unexpected lessons. In the overlap, what initially seemed like divergence became the foundation for stronger teams and meaningful growth.
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Building Relationships: Sparkbox’s Client Focus
Sparkbox’s client-centric approach is fueled by the belief that partnerships are key. By putting the client at the heart of everything we do, we work incredibly hard to create meaningful and lasting relationships that drive success for everyone involved.
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Embracing the Power of the MVP
Don’t focus on the word “minimum.” Focus on the word “viable,” or if you really want to be smart about it: “valuable.” Your MVP gives you the power to ensure that you’re defining the correct product, meeting the needs of your key audiences, and creating meaningful change for your organization.
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Sparkbox UnConferences: A Platform for Learning and Sharing
Since 2020, Sparkbox has hosted multiple UnConference learning events each year on numerous topics—design systems, user experience design, development, process, and project management. Take a look at all the talks given by our team of experts.
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Agile Development: Being Genuinely Interested in Other People
Agile Development and user-centered thinking are not incompatible. In fact, two of the four pillars of the Agile Manifesto overlap perfectly with UX. In what is dubbed Agile UX, empathy and really listening to the needs of the stakeholders drives the process.
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Exploring the Power of Product Champions
If you find yourself aligning teams, asking the tough questions, and moving projects forward, you’re a Product Champion—a unique kind of leadership role that requires balance and determination. Every team needs one, so let’s dig into what it takes.
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The Art of Cross Team Collaboration
Want to be an effective Product Champion? Learn the “languages” of those around you and get a grasp on what your colleagues do. You don’t need to be an expert, but you need to have more than just a cursory knowledge.
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What Makes a Great Product Champion?
A capable, confident Product Champion is integral to success—but what, and who makes the best Product Champion? In our experience, the what is a balancing act and the who can be a surprise. The good news: the traits of a great Product Champion can be cultivated.
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Choosing a Product Champion
Sparkbox was hired by a large company to develop a design system to support their many initiatives. Unfortunately, the chosen Product Champion was not positioned for success. We have recommendations on how you can avoid pitfalls like these.
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