Summary In this engaging conversation, Cary Lopez and Anca Castillo, co-founders of Design Convo and LoomMas, share their journeys into entrepreneurship, the importance of human-centered design in team collaboration, and the challenges of maintaining work-life balance. They discuss the significance of sharing personal experiences in professional settings, learning from mistakes, and the valuable life lessons they've encountered along the way. Their insights emphasize the need for effective communication and collaboration in teams, as well as the importance of self-awareness and understanding different working styles. Takeaways - Cary considers herself a 'pracademic' applying research to practice. - Design Convo focuses on human-centered design and collaboration. - Anca emphasizes the importance of sharing personal stories in teams. - LoomMas aims to create a marketplace for boutique consultants. - Effective teamwork is often not taught in traditional education. - Collaboration is both an art and a science. - Self-awareness is crucial for effective collaboration. - Understanding different processing styles can enhance teamwork. Chapters 00:00 The Journey of Design Convo 03:09 LoomMas: A Marketplace for Consultants 05:49 Human-Centered Design in Team Collaboration 09:02 Building Effective Teams through Sharing 11:32 Navigating Work-Life Balance as Co-Founders 14:19 Learning from Mistakes and Failures 17:26 Rapid Fire Questions and Final Thoughts