Rapidly Exploring Generative AI

Artistic Exploration: "Citizen Baby"

During a week-long holiday break, I immersed myself in the world of Midjourney, an AI tool for creative endeavors. My journey encompassed UI design, product design, artistic mashups, and more, culminating in a unique series of images titled "Citizen Baby." Despite the innovative nature of this project, my venture into an Etsy store met with limited success.

Data Preprocessing: Understanding Senior Designer Tenure at PS

Curious about the career trajectory of a Senior Designer at PS, I embarked on a data-driven investigation. Leveraging the analytical prowess of ChatGPT, I scrutinized LinkedIn profiles of 25 PS designers, aiming to understand the typical duration before ascending to a senior role. This study revealed insightful disparities among different groups, offering a grounded perspective on career progression in design.

2 Years

HR

3 Years

EC Program

4-5 Years

Recruiting

5-7 Years

Designer Survey

7.5 Years

Actual (Linkedin)

Qualitative Feedback Analysis: Navigating Career Challenges

2022 presented significant professional challenges for me. Despite leading a highly successful project, team morale was notably low, and the feedback I received was often harsh. To constructively address this, I utilized ChatGPT to distill the feedback into a SWOT analysis. This exercise was instrumental in identifying key areas for growth in 2023, helping me refocus and aim for a substantial turnaround in team dynamics and satisfaction.

2023 Goal:

Foster a team culture where every member feels valued, heard, and can actively contribute.

  • Mentorship: More strenuous engagement with reports/mentees, tracking progress, and providing guidance.

  • Trust the team: More inclusive and transparent decision-making

  • Broaden perspective: Deeper understanding of user experience philosophies and tactics

2023 Strengths

  • Effective Leadership: Chris is praised for his strategic and empathetic leadership style, fostering collaboration, trust, and support within the team.

  • Communication Skills: Demonstrates transparent and open communication, especially in interactions with the Design team.

  • Team Management: Skillful in maintaining a healthy work-life balance for the team and scheduling work effectively.

  • Mentorship and Empowerment: Recognized for challenging team members, contributing to their professional growth, and building confidence.

  • Client Management: Excellent in managing client relationships, with a keen understanding of client needs and expectations.

Rapid Business Development: Innovating with AI

My 2023 holiday break was marked by an ambitious goal: to conceive five distinct business ideas in just one week. Each concept was backed by varying levels of research. For instance, with "Bladebox," I delved into a knife collector subreddit, employing a specialized GPT model to extract market insights and identify common pain points. I also used ChatGPT to devise potential product features and a developmental roadmap. To bring these ideas to life, I crafted pitch scripts in the style of Steve Jobs and utilized voice AI for audio presentations, embodying a fusion of AI and entrepreneurial spirit.