Issue 24-001: A First Glimpse (With an Uncertain Future)

Eye-candy by @porsche

To Venture Beyond Comfort: Introducing 'Everything is Designed'

Hey there! For what feels like forever, I've been itching to do this – to share my journey and connect with folks from all walks of life. I'm talking about creating a blog, a YouTube channel, and maybe even a podcast, or an Instagram account. Being the designer that I am, I've often gotten stuck in the nitty-gritty of creating systems, perfecting visuals, and planning content for ages before hitting that 'publish' button. And even when I finally hit 'publish,' I'd lose steam before you, the awesome audience, had a chance to figure out who I am and what I'm trying to say.

But guess what? This year, I'm shaking things up. I'm just going to hit 'publish' on whatever's on my mind at the end of each week. Yeah, it's a bit scary because, well, there's very little planning involved. Oh, and I should warn you, this newsletter will have some colorful language because, hey, this is how I talk in real life. So, what's the plan? I want to chat about building my startup, drop some advice for my past self (or anyone out there in the same boat), dive into the idea that everything around us is designed, and sprinkle in some fun stuff I'm into, like my rants about the chaos at Manchester United, movies, tennis, cooking, and the vibrant world of New York City.

What's in store for you in this newsletter?

We'll kick things off with some eye candy because, well, that's how we usually connect with things that are beautifully designed. You can expect stunning visuals – super hot people, sleek cars, gorgeous furniture, and anything that's been crafted by great designers—including god and a talented hair and makeup crew.

Then, I'll try my best to put together a main article about something that's been on my mind or something interesting I've been up to during the week. Maybe even a little trip down memory lane.

Finally, there's the 'Stumble-Upon' section. Remember that website? This is my take on it. I'll share links to videos, articles, and stuff I've come across during the week that I think you'll enjoy.

Here's to an amazing 2024! This might be the first and last issue of this newsletter; only time will tell.

Subscribe and let's find out together. Cheers!