Desk of Tobias von Schneider

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Smoke, Mirrors, and Toothpaste Foam — from the Desk of van Schneider

by Tobias van Schneider

Addicted to ideas

Having an idea is like taking a hit of a fine drug.

by Tobias van Schneider

How do you know what you like anymore?

"Did you see Turtle Boss yet?" Tim asked over brunch. "I saw it," said Katie over a mouthful of hash browns. "It was so freaking good." "Good?" said Sam. "You actually thought it was good?" "Yeah, it was incredible.

by Tobias van Schneider

The difference between creative & uncreative people

When witnessing something unusual or beautiful or otherwise striking today, our first instinct is to capture it, share it or both.

by Tobias van Schneider

People are talking about me, and I started it

People talk about you the way you talk about yourself.

by Tobias van Schneider

A digital tool built like a physical product?

Does it seem like there's more bad TV these days? More mediocre writing? More low quality clothing?

by Tobias van Schneider

Why all designers should do customer support

With every product and company I've built, I’ve always personally helped with customer support. When we first started, I didn’t have much choice. In a small business, everyone does everything.

by Zoe

How to make a minimalist portfolio with Carbonmade

You don't need anything too fancy. You don't want to work for hours on your site.

by Tobias van Schneider

When our persona becomes our prison

You stand out online by having a “thing.” A certain style, a specific voice, a schtick or a skill that catches the eye of a few people and eventually snowballs you into notoriety.