In order to design a future of positive change, we must first become expert at changing our minds.
为了设计一个积极变革的未来，我们必须首先成为不断改变自己想法的专家。
have designs on
秘密地计划或谋求某人或某物。
这句短语源于其字面意思的引伸，因为design除了“设计”外，本意还有“意图或目的”的意思，所以这个短语可以根据直译理解为在打某人或某物的主意。需要注意的是，这个短语多用于为了私利或欺骗的目的，带有不道德或阴谋的蕴意。
与之意思相近的表达还有：
have an axe to grind：别有用心。
have an ulterior motive：有不可告人的动机。
have a hidden agenda：有隐藏的目的。
As the project progressed, it became clear that one team member had designs on taking credit for the entire endeavor. Despite the collaborative nature of the work, his subtle maneuvers and efforts to undermine his colleagues became apparent. His colleagues grew wary of his actions, understanding that he had selfish intentions behind his behavior. The team decided to confront him, ensuring that his deceitful plans would not disrupt the project's success.
随着项目的进展，很明显有一名团队成员企图独揽所有功劳。尽管工作是合作性的，但他暗中操纵并试图破坏同事的行动变得明显。同事们开始警惕他的行为，意识到他的举动背后隐藏着自私的意图。团队决定面对他，确保他的诡计不会破坏项目的成功。
TRANSLATION（汉译英）
1.很明显，这位新员工企图迅速攀登职业阶梯。
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It became evident that the new employee had designs on climbing the corporate ladder quickly.
2.这位政治家被怀疑企图操纵公众舆论以谋取私利。
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The politician was suspected of having designs on manipulating public opinion for personal gain.
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