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Hi there! I believe that cultures of innovation begin with a culture of empathy.
My nephew is my inspiration for designing schools that spark wonder, curiosity and creativity.
That isn't always the case. School can be a HUGE barrier in learning your interests, skills and strengths, and no one should graduate or walk into the world of work being unprepared.
Everyone should have the mindset and skills to navigate the opportunities today's world offers.
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Sabba believes cultures of innovation begin with a culture of empathy. Her journey took her from being a high school teacher to education executive at Apple. Dr. Quidwai now works with organizations to design schools that give young people the mindset and skills to thrive in workplaces and as global citizens.
Sabba hosts the podcast, "Designing Schools," and released a documentary in 2020 based on her research about using design thinking to prepare for a world with AI.
how it started
I'm Dr. Sabba Quidwai, a passionate educator and problem-solver. My career journey began amidst the 2007 recession, a time of intense change in the professional world. That experience fueled my commitment to preparing students and professionals for a future that’s vibrant and secure.
From my early days as a high school science teacher to my roles as an Education Leadership Executive at Apple and Director of Innovative Learning at USC, I've made it my mission to help others discover the power of technology to solve problems and open doors to new opportunities.
My mission is simple:
To design the future, today.
One where everyone has the mindset and skills they need to thrive in workplaces and as global citizens.
I help organizations design the future, today.
From the classroom to the corporate world learning is a lifelong journey. I help you learn how to unleash your creativity using a method called design thinking.
While many places focus on tech tools and the latest in education technology, I use an approach that is human-centered. Using the design thinking framework and design sprints I help organizations address complex challenges and explore new opportunities.
Design thinking and design sprints provide people with the frameworks to scaffold complex challenges and opportunities. It provides us as humans with the tools to design uncomfortable situations into safe spaces.
Using design thinking can be a catalyst to change lives because we will move from always adding one more thing to the learning experience to designing comprehensive experiences that are relevant, engaging, and collaborative.
It’s not about a one-and-done workshop, or about learning the latest technologies. It’s about changing the foundation and culture of your organization where everyone feels empowered to make a difference.
I'll facilitate difficult conversations to provide you with the frameworks to design your own solutions again and again. This is why design thinking is so powerful — I'll give you the skills and mindset to be alive through any challenge, even when I'm not around to consult.
This isn’t just about preparing people for the workforce. It’s a human challenge to create more equitable environments where everyone has access and exposure to the opportunities today’s world offers.
From the classroom to the corporate world learning is a lifelong journey. I help you learn how to unleash your creativity using a method called design thinking. I work with leaders to integrate design thinking practices that encourage creativity, recognize accomplishments, build trust and inspire a collective vision.
While many places focus on tech tools and the latest in education technology, I use an approach that is human-centered. Using the design thinking framework and design sprints I help organizations address complex challenges and explore new opportunities.
how it's going
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The book I'll always recommend - Linchpin. It forever changed my view on the world.
I left high school in 11th grade and went to community college.
Best. Decision. Ever.
I left high school in 11th grade and went to community college. Best. Decision. Ever.
I turned my dissertation into a podcast and documentary. Returning to school was the best empathy experiment.
Travel reminds me how big the world and how small the fears in our head our. #Dream
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All of my best and life changing relationships began online. Whether it's a simple tweet, a DM or an email. It always begins and ends with the relationships we create.
Each week I'll send the skills and strategies you need to build your human advantage in an AI world straight to your inbox.
As Simon Sinek Says:
"Alone is hard. Together is better."