Keep an eye out, look for those who need help and give them a hand. The road doesn’t have to be hard. We don’t want to just break the glass ceiling. We want to sweep up the glass so those who follow don’t cut their toes along the way.

For years, I had a poster up in my office that was given to me by my friend Chad Sawyer. It says “We Work Better Under Pressure” in large, imposing letters. Without challenges, it’s hard to improve, but nothing makes you improve faster than a deadline.

At 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 28, Los Angeles-based designer Michelle LeClerc got a call from DeRay Mckesson, an activist and one of the most visible faces of the Black Lives Matter movement.

Michelle LeClerc is a freelance Creative Director and Graphic Designer residing in Los Angeles. She’s worked with top studios and agencies including Beutler Ink, Heavenspot, The Compound, and been an integral team member on projects for American Express, Mindjet, Google and Nike.

How do data journalism designers overcome information overload in today's fast-paced environment, and find simple and compelling methods to filter and convey news content? One of the most effective ways is to use dynamic infographics and data visualisations.

Each month, it’s also a great opportunity to ask few questions our monthly guest designer. For the month of June 2014, it’s Michelle LeClerc who has chosen the Anisette, designed by Jean François Porchez. She answers to our questions.