Videos

How do we improve at improving? That’s the question behind Adam Grant’s book Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things. In the video above and article below I sketch …

As we near the start of 2026, I wanted to let you know about the visual thinking events taking place ​inside Verbal to Visual​ in the upcoming month. If you’re …

If you’ve ever finished a great book and then forgotten 95% of it two weeks later, then this post is for you. I’ve just announced the 2026 Visual Thinking Book …

I’ve got this pile of sketchbooks that I haven’t looked at in years. These contain notes from books I’ve read, podcasts I’ve listened to, and my own project development over …

I’ve been thinking lately about what it takes to develop, produce, and ultimately ship creative work. In my case, the specific creative work I focus on is making videos like …

How do we get better at getting better? That’s the core question behind Adam Grant’s book Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things. In one section of the book …

Have you ever found yourself stuck in the middle of a creative project? You’re deep in the details, trying to make sense of all the individual components while desperately trying …

Visual thinking is a versatile skill that can transform the way we learn, solve problems, and communicate. When I think about the applications of visual thinking skills, three specific types …

In Annie Murphy Paul’s fascinating book The Extended Mind, one of my favorite chapters explores how we can use our hands as both a thinking and communication tool. Today, I …

Are you held back from visual thinking because you’re afraid of drawing? You’re not alone. Visual thinking – the practice of using drawings and diagrams to understand information, tackle complex …