Founder | Leader | Software Engineer | Problem Solver

I have spent my career doing more with less while building and leading high-performance, winning teams. I discovered that operating tactically is necessary, strategically is superior, and philosophically is life-changing. I turn learning into action and I am always learning. I believe in extreme respect and gratitude. I am passionate about family, friends, sharing knowledge, and getting things done.

Nick Wagner

50 years ago, my grandmother passed away while on her way to March for Life. I greatly appreciate this heartfelt tribute! #ProLife

Leader | Catholic Speaker | Software Engineer | Problem Solver

Tribute to Joanne Wagner by Mary Drumm

An excellent piece by Dr. Lewarne.

Honestly, I'm not worried about the challenges of AI. Every disruptive technology brings new challenges.

I'm much more worried about the ignorance and irrational fear surrounding AI. That's the kind of stuff that quickly turns good intentions into bad policies.

Professor of Economics and Finance Franciscan University of Steubenville

Much of the current AI job panic rests on a category mistake. Policymakers are treating task-based exposure estimates as forecasts of unemployment—when history and economics suggest something very different. My piece in today’s Wall Street Journal (Jan. 28, 2026) explains why AI is more likely to reorganize work and raise productivity than eliminate occupations, and why Washington’s response risks missing the real adjustment challenge. 

https://lnkd.in/efi_aUPE

"The people most likely to leave are often the people you most want to keep … because they have the best outside options."

Let that sink in, people!

Stanford Professor | LinkedIn Top Voice In Remote Work | Co-Founder wfhresearch.com | Speaker on work from home

Short-run vs. long-run trade-off: a 5-day return-to-office (RTO) mandate can be a “free” way to reduce headcount in the short term—quits don’t require severance. But the long-run costs can be substantial. The people most likely to leave are often the people you most want to keep: top sales reps, AI talent, and strong product managers—because they have the best outside options. That talent drain can show up later as slower growth.

Markets typically reward credible long-run growth more than short-run cost cutting. So it’s not surprising that aggressive 5-day RTO pushes are often followed by weaker stock performance (as the Pittsburgh study finds). That said, for firms deep in the red, it can be an emergency measure.

My guess: we’ll see more of this as the economy slows and AI increases pressure on corporate headcount. The key is being clear-eyed about the trade-off—cheap headcount reduction today, potential growth hit tomorrow.

I never knew my grandmother, but I'll never forget her legacy, her impact, and her witness to the truth. And I'll never forget the love, strength, and impact of my grandfather. 

For me, they will always be the standard for what pro life means. They didn't just say it. They lived it.

CEO and Founder at Mass Impact | Imago Dei Video Productions

It was 50 years ago yesterday evening, in 1976. Michael and Joanne Wagner boarded a bus heading for the March for Life in D.C. Everything about them proclaimed God's gift of life. Joanne was carrying baby number 13. Somewhere around midnight, while on the bus... head resting on her husband's shoulder, at the very young age of 39, God called her home. She died silently in her sleep. Many years later, some who were on the bus that night reported the little boy kicking in her womb.

READ THE FULL STORY:

Open article: THE MICHAEL & JOANNE WAGNER STORY | AMAZING LEGACY OF LIFE by gregorianrant.substack.com

THE MICHAEL & JOANNE WAGNER STORY | AMAZING LEGACY OF LIFE

CEO at Idealogic.Design

Seasoned professional in UI/UX and Product Design with over 10 years of experience, specializing in crafting intuitive user experiences and innovative product solutions. Experienced across diverse industries including Fintech, Blockchain, Aviation, Social Media, AI, Real Estate, and Education, delivering impactful, user-centered designs. 

Skilled in solving complex challenges with strategic design thinking, enhancing user satisfaction, and driving business growth. A proactive and adaptable approach is emphasized, focusing on comprehensive problem-solving and service design. 

Extensive industry knowledge and attention to metrics contribute to organizational success, ensuring that every design project not only meets but exceeds expectations. As a Senior Product Designer, UX/UI insights are integrated with strategic business goals to deliver high-quality, impactful products, continuously improving design delivery and maintenance for users.

Viktor Zhytomyrskyi

Design lesson I learned the annoying way:

Sometimes your best micro-interaction is born from a mistake.
So I started treating “oops” moments like design candidates, not trash. I used to instantly undo anything that wasn’t “correct”. Now I pause for a second, because occasionally that messy version has better rhythm or even better solve the problem I worked on than the polished one.

My quick checklist before I touch anything:
1. Clarity: does it make the next step more obvious?
2. Flow: does it reduce friction or hesitation?
3. Delight: does it add personality without confusion?
4. Repeatability: can I explain why it works, so it’s not pure luck?

If it passes 2-3 of those, I lock it and validate it (quick hallway test > endless debating).

Perfection is great.
But accidental clarity is gold.

Do you have a “happy accidents” folder in Figma, or am I the only one? 😄

#UX #UI #DesignSystems #ProductDesign

Senior Product Designer | UI/UX Designer | UX Researcher @ HP

“You are not your user” is one of those sentences that hurts… because it’s true.

Designers are trained to explore.
Users are trained to finish.

We hover.
They rush.

We know the product.
They meet it for the first time with 3% patience and 14 open tabs.

So if your interface feels “obvious” to you… that’s not a win.
That’s a warning sign.

Talk to users early.
Not when it’s “almost done”.
That’s when you discover the expensive truths.

#uxdesign #productdesign #ui #userneeds #designers

Design reviews hit different when your concept feels real instead of theoretical.

I keep seeing these new tools that turn a concept into something you can actually experience, not just “look at.” And it’s wild how fast the conversation changes when the work feels real.

It’s not even about making things flashy. It’s that the context does half the explaining for you. Suddenly you’re not defending a design - you’re letting people react to it like a user would.

Also… it makes sharing your work way more fun. As I have said and continue to say feels like we’re moving from “screens” to “scenes.”

Curious: what’s the next format you think becomes normal for designers - interactive demos, 3D/AR, or something else?

#ProductDesign #UXDesign #DesignTools #Prototyping

Dear younger me,

At some point you’re gonna catch yourself getting irrationally annoyed at a self-checkout screen… or a parking meter… or some random hospital portal. And you’ll think, “wow, am I becoming one of those grumpy people?”

You’re not.

Your brain just got trained to notice friction. It’s literally your job. So when something is confusing, slow, or makes you do three extra steps for no reason - you feel it. Especially when there’s a line behind you and someone is breathing into your neck 😅

Here’s what I wish you knew earlier:

1. You don’t have to mentally fix every interface you touch. Not everything needs a redesign in your head.
2. You can be 100% right about what’s broken… and still let it go. Both can exist.
3. If it really bothers you, just grab one quick note: “What was I trying to do? What blocked me?” That’s enough. Save it for later.
4. Also, zoom out for a second - public systems have messy constraints. Old hardware, regulations, vendors, budgets… it’s rarely “someone didn’t care.”
5. And most importantly: protect your energy. Being observant is a superpower. Being permanently annoyed is not.

This curse is real… but honestly, it’s also proof you care about people having a smooth experience.

What public interface gets you every time? Parking meters? Airline kiosks? Self-checkouts? 😄

#UXDesign #ProductDesign #Usability #DesignLife #UX

Most mobile apps lose people in the same place: the form. You can call it onboarding, setup, KYC, profile, whatever… it’s still a boss fight.

Games don’t start with a boss fight. They start with one move, then another, then they let you win fast so you believe the game is fair.

That’s basically what “game mechanics” do well in apps: they break a scary task into small moves that feel doable and even interesting.

Instead of “Complete your profile,” you give a tiny quest: add one photo. Then a second quest: pick one goal. Then a mini reward that matters: “Cool, now we can tailor your feed.” And if you can make it as fun as in the video below, it's the best.

It’s not about points. It’s about pace.

My favorite trick is turning a big setup into a map. People don’t mind work when it looks like a path.

If your onboarding feels like paperwork, don’t add badges. Change the level design.

#ProductDesign #UXDesign #MobileDesign #UX #DesignThinking

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