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Change is happening everywhere eliciting excitement and anticipation in its wake. How do we harness that excitement for ourselves when we find work to be overwhelming, monotonous, or dissatisfying and we’re ready for change? That’s the question we’re looking to answer as we talk with guests who have turned their passion into meaningful work!
Productive Passions - hosted by Christy Tagye - takes us on a journey with guests who have dared to reshape their lives and follow their dreams. In each episode, we have candid conversations with people who have embraced change jumping headfirst into uncertainty and following their passions. We’ll explore their stories, experiences, sources of support, and what fuels their motivation to persevere when things aren’t sunshine and rainbows. Hear from experts who provide valuable advice, and resources for actionable steps to begin your transformative journey.
New episodes drop on the second Friday of each month. Subscribe to Productive Passions wherever you listen to podcasts and never miss an episode!
The Accessibility Advantage: How Inclusive Design Drives Innovation and Entrepreneurial Growth | Ep. 39
Productive Passions
48 minutes 24 seconds
3 months ago
The Accessibility Advantage: How Inclusive Design Drives Innovation and Entrepreneurial Growth | Ep. 39
Today’s Takeaways:
Design for All, Benefit Everyone • Remember that technologies created to empower people with disabilities often unlock efficiencies and greater equality for everyone. When you innovate with accessibility in mind, you’re not just helping one group—you’re lifting the entire community.
Continuously Update Legacy Solutions • Periodically audit older accessibility tools—like braille signage—to ensure they still meet users’ needs. If many blind users rely on smartphones over braille, explore digital alternatives (QR codes, NFC tags, voice prompts) that leverage devices people already use.
Co-Create with Your Audience • Invite the very people you’re designing for into every stage of product development: design sprints, usability tests, and marketing campaigns. Their firsthand insights foster empathy and reveal nuances you’d otherwise miss.
Embed Simple Self-Care into Your Workflow • Cultivate balance by practicing intentional breathing when stress hits, taking short walks to refresh your mind, or scheduling “creativity breaks.” These easy rituals not only restore calm but also spark new ideas.
Build a Growth-Minded Tribe • Surround yourself with mentors and peers who champion your progress. Regularly seek feedback, share milestones, and let advocates amplify your work as you advance in your journey.
Frame Early Projects as Experiments • Remove the pressure of “startup” labels in your earliest stages. Treat initial ideas as side projects, weekend experiments, or learning exercises. This mindset shift frees you to iterate without fear of failure.
Embrace Travel for Fresh Perspectives • Whether a day trip or international adventure, stepping outside your usual environment fuels creativity, broadens empathy, and feeds your passion for innovation.
Launch Now—Refine Later • Stop waiting for perfect conditions. Take that first step toward your dream today—then learn, adapt, and evolve as you go.
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Change is happening everywhere eliciting excitement and anticipation in its wake. How do we harness that excitement for ourselves when we find work to be overwhelming, monotonous, or dissatisfying and we’re ready for change? That’s the question we’re looking to answer as we talk with guests who have turned their passion into meaningful work!
Productive Passions - hosted by Christy Tagye - takes us on a journey with guests who have dared to reshape their lives and follow their dreams. In each episode, we have candid conversations with people who have embraced change jumping headfirst into uncertainty and following their passions. We’ll explore their stories, experiences, sources of support, and what fuels their motivation to persevere when things aren’t sunshine and rainbows. Hear from experts who provide valuable advice, and resources for actionable steps to begin your transformative journey.
New episodes drop on the second Friday of each month. Subscribe to Productive Passions wherever you listen to podcasts and never miss an episode!
