Here’s the Thing…
Concise, practical life advice
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Greg Robleto
Design Director at Motley Fool Asset Management.
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Notes on design, systems, and the work of making complex things coherent.
Design
Designing Trust in Financial Products
Mar 2026
Designing trust in financial products requires addressing survivorship bias and enhancing user confidence through clear, structured information. Effective design prioritizes understanding and aligns all elements to foster trust, preventing potential investors from disengaging.
Design
Not Everything Needs To Be Built
Mar 2026
Craft-driven teams often struggle with throughput due to bespoke deliverables. Instead of lowering quality to speed up, focus on using existing tools to solve operational problems. The goal is to prioritize meaningful work that truly adds value. Not everything needs to be built.
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Web Overhauls Under Real Constraints
Mar 2026
Facing tight timelines and complex systems, the author emphasizes mastering inherited platforms instead of tearing them down. By understanding HubSpot deeply, targeted improvements were made across multiple business lines, showcasing the value of working within constraints.
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Experiments in Public
Mar 2026
Experiments in Public highlights the importance of side projects in personal development, showcasing how creative experiments lead to skill growth, connection, and renewed confidence, ultimately enriching professional work and fostering innovation.
