Welcome... Back! 👋

This is going to be awkward.

Over the past few months, I went on hiatus. I used the time to reflect on the direction of this newsletter and how best to serve you. After much thought and planning, I am excited to relaunch ‘Note to Self’ with a fresh perspective and two goals:

  1. First, I want to continue sharing the lessons and insights from my journey in the design industry, along with introducing new interviews with brilliant designers who have invaluable insights to share. My hope is that these experiences and perspectives will help you find the shortcuts you need and avoid the pitfalls you don’t.

  2. Second, I want to expose you to a broad visual vocabulary that goes beyond the usual social media content. Having lived in Senegal, Saudi Arabia, France, the U.S., Canada, and now Kenya, I’ve gathered inspiration from a rich tapestry of cultures. I aim to connect the dots between these perspectives, sharing with you a deeper approach to design.

To that end, every Friday, you’ll receive content focused on these two goals. Whether it’s practical advice or hidden gems from diverse cultures, this newsletter is your vault of unique, off-the-beaten-path inspiration.

A Small Request 🙏 

To help me shape this newsletter to best benefit you, I have a single invaluable ask that will take less than a minute of your time:

👉️ Hit reply to this email and let me know:

  1. Are you a designer?

  2. What do you specialize in?

  3. What are the biggest challenges you’re facing in your job?

Let me know. I reply to every single reader!

Catch you on the next Note.

Mo. ✌️ ❤️