The Ed Draganski Interview
Summary
You can find Ed HERE
In this episode, Tobin and Jeff discuss their upcoming show format changes and encourage listeners to share the podcast with others. They then delve into a conversation about leadership styles, with Tobin sharing his perspective on servant leadership. They also discuss the importance of not limiting oneself with labels and the power of stepping out of one's comfort zone. The episode concludes with an interview with designer Ed Roganski, where he shares his journey into product design and his experiences working with brands like Dr. Pepper and Seven Up. Tobin K Pilotte reflects on his 34-year career in design and shares his insights and advice for young designers. He emphasizes the importance of working with others, being open to learning, and not passing up opportunities. Tobin also discusses his superpower of sourcing hard-to-find design materials and his kryptonite of balancing subjectivity and objectivity in design. He highlights the value of effective communication and the need to listen to clients' needs and preferences. The conversation explores the importance of the creative process and the value of traditional methods in art and design. The guest emphasizes the benefits of starting with pencil and paper rather than going straight to the screen, as it allows for more creative thinking and problem-solving. They discuss the journey and enjoyment of the creative process, highlighting the need to appreciate and embrace it. The conversation also touches on the legacy of AI in art and the importance of preserving traditional techniques and styles. The guest shares personal experiences and inspirations from their own creative journey.
Sound Bites
"Don't pass up an opportunity just because you think it's not the best you can do yet."
"Collaboration is very important. I'm not a good in a vacuum. I like to work with others."
"Be prepared to do some grunt work, you never know what you're gonna be learning."
"When you go straight to the screen, you've already solved without thinking about it, a gajillion problems in your head that are going to dictate what that end product looks like."
"A lot of people have forgotten about the process and the process matters."
"There's no shortcuts to taking that journey as an artist. If you don't take the journey and you go straight to the end, you kind of miss the whole point of why we do what we do."
