Matt McCue
Matt McCue is the Editor-in-Chief of 99U. He lives in New York City, but he is willing to travel long distances for a good meal. Find him @mattmccuewriter or email him at [email protected].
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Mira Nakashima: There are No Shortcuts to Making Great Work
For 20 years, Mira Nakashima singularly focused on mastering the craft of woodworking alongside her father, her perfectionist teacher. After finally taking over the family’s studio, she looks back and answers the question: Was the sacrifice worth it?
By Matt McCue
Ustwo Rethinks the Agency Business Model
For years creative agencies have sold design advice only. But now studios are rethinking this approach to boost their defenses against roller coaster economies and the fickle whims of clients. Ustwo co-owner Jules Ehrhardt explains how they have transformed their studio into a triple threat that generates revenue on multiple fronts.
By Matt McCue
How to Fix Design
Twelve leading designers and creatives come together to point out what they feel is the most pressing issue in the field of design today – and how they would fix it.
By Kiana St. Louis, Matt McCue and Sean Blanda
How to Look Smart in Meetings
Fact: No one pays attention in meetings. So, to get ahead, you need to not pay attention better than everyone else.
By Matt McCue
Sam Stubblefield: Why Designers Must Think Like Contrarians
A creative cannot but look at the world differently. It is part of the job.
By Matt McCue
Jesse Genet: Finding Promising Business Ideas Hidden in Plain Sight
Why chasing what doesn’t sound cool at first blush is a good way to uncover opportunities.
By Matt McCue
Alex Schleifer: Designing the Perfect In-House Partnerships
Airbnb's VP of Design on how to establish creative partnerships inside of a large company.
By Matt McCue
Adopt New Tech Before Everyone Else
Because being first puts you in a strong position to win new business.
By Matt McCue
Secrets to a Successful Creative Road Trip
Strike out on an adventure that marries the freedom and exploration of travel with your artistic passion. It’s the chance to move outside of your normal working conditions, where you have all of your tools, and force yourself to make something outside of your comfort zone.
By Matt McCue
The Future of Design (and how to prepare for it)
A handy guide to navigating what's coming up next in the design world.
By Matt McCue and Kiana St. Louis
Essential Steps to Making a Killer Portfolio
A primer on planning, presenting, and posting your best work.
By Matt McCue
A Street Artist Comes of Age
Rubén Sánchez reimagines neighborhoods with his Cubism-meets-surrealism-meets tribal art paintings.
By Matt McCue
