Episode 8 · · 1:26:35
Working Towards Balance with Designer Cameron Moll
About this episode
I talk with Cameron Moll, a veteran web designer, leader, consultant, maker, and family man. Our wide-ranging conversation covers longevity in a fast-moving industry, diverse management and design styles, the power of authenticity, the importance of diversity, how Cameron's faith informs his values, and the significance of cultivating hobbies. Join us as we explore what keeps Cameron excited about his career and life.
Topics discussed:
- (00:00) - Introduction
- (01:05) - Supporting the Show
- (01:53) - Introducing Cameron Moll
- (06:13) - Balancing Design and Management
- (17:58) - The Importance of Authenticity in Leadership
- (26:59) - Family and Career Balance
- (32:22) - Diversity and Team Dynamics
- (38:09) - Faith and Professional Life
- (42:43) - Building Long-Term Relationships in the Industry
- (45:20) - The Nature of Competition and Collaboration
- (46:54) - Balancing Performance and Well-being
- (50:51) - The Role of a Good Manager
- (01:09:31) - The Importance of Hobbies and Creativity
- (01:22:32) - Music and Personal Joy
- (01:25:50) - Conclusion and Final Thoughts
- AI and Design Systems course
- Brad Frost's Courses
- Cameron Moll's Website
- Cameron Moll's Shop (posters & doits)
- Zac Brown Band (Also available on Spotify and Apple Music)
- Miles Davis - Kind of Blue (Also available on Spotify and Apple Music)
- John Coltrane (Also available on Spotify and Apple Music)
- Spotify: "This Is Zac Brown Band" Playlist
Chapters
- 0:00 Introduction
- 1:05 Supporting the Show
- 1:53 Introducing Cameron Moll
- 6:13 Balancing Design and Management
- 17:58 The Importance of Authenticity in Leadership
- 26:59 Family and Career Balance
- 32:22 Diversity and Team Dynamics
- 38:09 Faith and Professional Life
- 42:43 Building Long-Term Relationships in the Industry
- 45:20 The Nature of Competition and Collaboration
- 46:54 Balancing Performance and Well-being
- 50:51 The Role of a Good Manager
- 1:09:31 The Importance of Hobbies and Creativity
- 1:22:32 Music and Personal Joy
- 1:25:50 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
About Cameron Moll
- Cameron Moll's Website: https://cameronmoll.com/
- Cameron Moll's Shop (posters & doits): https://shop.cameronmoll.com/
Cameron Moll's music pick
Zac Brown Band (Cameron's go-to is Spotify's "This Is Zac Brown Band" playlist — "when I listen to their music, I just feel joyful"). He also praised Miles Davis & John Coltrane's "Kind of Blue" as one of the best albums of all time.