Tolu Olubode — Product Designer
A junior designer asks me what they should learn, which tools to pick up, how to position themselves. And I keep arriving at the same place — the question itself might be the problem.
Adapt modules to individual financial journeys. Members building credit see different content than those optimizing rewards. Bet: relevance drives engagement more than layout polish. Ship personalized components one at a time, each with its own success metric. Bet: incremental validation would compound into a stronger experience while reducing risk. Optimize for members who aren't ready to buy. Surface insights, education, and credit health alongside recommendations. Bet: deep engagement converts more naturally over time. I facilitated a brainstorming session to surface member needs, pain poin
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