HOW A GRASP OF BUSINESS CONCEPTS GIVES DESIGNERS A BOOST

Summary from the TLDR Design newsletter

Designers are increasingly losing their influence within some organizations as user-centric design becomes an afterthought. This doesn't come as a complete shock since designers are frequently clueless when asked what their designs will do for the business. Bridging the gap between creative prowess and business results begins with stepping out of your comfort zone into numbers and business.