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Beyond UX Design's mission is to give you the tools you need to be a truly effective UX designer by diving into the soft skills they won't be teaching you in school or a boot camp. These soft skills are critical for your success as a UX professional.
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Harness LinkedIn’s true power: authentic connections. UX veteran Ronnie Battista shares insights on building meaningful connections and leveraging the platform effectively without succumbing to content creation pressure.
The post 103. Meaningful Relationships Over Useless Likes with Ronnie Battista appeared first on Beyond UX Design.
This week we explore career reinvention with Ricardo Brito, a former UX designer turned career coach. We discuss how designers can leverage their skills beyond traditional roles and strategies for breaking free from the "gilded prison" of tech industry salaries.
The post 102. A Designer’s Guide to Career Reinvention with Ricardo Brito appeared first on Beyond UX Design.
In this special Halloween episode, we follow a UX team at TechNova as they face their most challenging stakeholder yet: Mr. Deville, a literal demon bent on creating the worst user experience possible. The team must use their UX skills to save their project and their souls.
The post Design Byte: The Tale of the Stakeholder From Hell appeared first on Beyond UX Design.
There’s no shortage of “leadership” advice on the internet. Everyone is talking about growing the next generation of leaders. But if everyone becomes a leader, will there be anyone willing to follow?
The post THROWBACK: The Unsung Role of Followership with Dr. David Leitner appeared first on Beyond UX Design.
This week Debbie Levitt, author of "Life After Tech", joins us to discuss the importance of planning for a future beyond tech. Debbie shares her own journey of self-discovery and planning for her own life after tech.
The post 101. Life After Tech: Redefine Yourself and Discover New Work Opportunities With Debbie Levitt appeared first on Beyond UX Design.
Dive into the mind of a UX hiring manager as Mitch Clements reveals what really catches his eye. From networking strategies to portfolio tips, Mitch offers his perspective on what it takes to stand out in a competitive field.
The post 100. The Entry Level Paradox: Breaking Into UX with Mitch Clements appeared first on Beyond UX Design.
In this unfiltered episode, I chat with my good buddy and fellow designer Hang Xu about our shared experiences with mental health. We explore how our personal struggles have shaped our approach to life and work.
The post 99. A Candid Conversation about Mental Health With Hang Xu appeared first on Beyond UX Design.
Discover how cultural nuances shape user experiences and learn strategies for creating designs that resonate across diverse international audiences. Let’s dig into the nuances of designing for a global audience with Ruby Pryor, founder of Rex Consulting.
The post 98. The Importance of Cultural Context with Ruby Pryor appeared first on Beyond UX Design.
Dagna Bieda discusses her book “Brain Refactor” and how tech professionals can optimize their mindset for success. She explores common career obstacles and strategies for overcoming them.
The post 97. A Software Engineer’s Framework for Design Career Success appeared first on Beyond UX Design.
Discover how to navigate the complex landscape of international job hunting. Joseph Mercieca shares invaluable insights on adapting your application strategy, portfolio, and interview techniques to different cultural contexts across Europe and beyond.
The post 96. Steering Your UX Career Across International Borders appeared first on Beyond UX Design.
Discover how Anais Wittrock-Roske, a former intensive care nurse, leveraged personal branding to pivot into UX . Learn strategies for authentically showcasing your unique background and skills to stand out.
The post 95. Embracing Your Authentic Personal Brand with Anaïs Wittrock-Roske appeared first on Beyond UX Design.
This week, we discuss the high fidelity trap with Pavel Samsonov. Discover why jumping straight to high fidelity prototypes might not be the best approach and learn actionable strategies to improve your design process.
The post 94. Why Less Can Be More with Pavel Samsonov appeared first on Beyond UX Design.
I chat with Alison Gretz to discuss transitioning from an IC to a management role. We explore why being a great IC doesn’t mean you'll be a good manager and how to approach your career more holistically.
The post 93. Why Great Designers Aren’t Always Great Managers appeared first on Beyond UX Design.
Scott Christensen, lead growth designer at Mercury, shares insights on the importance of gaining broad experience before specializing. He discusses the concept of a "double diamond" for your career and offers valuable advice for junior designers navigating their professional journey.
The post 92. The Generalist’s Advantage with Scott Christensen appeared first on Beyond UX Design.
Emily Anderson is a product designer who challenges the industry’s focus on “happy paths.” We discuss the importance of considering edge cases, effective research methods, and how to advocate for better experiences.
The post 91. Designing for the Real World: No User Left Behind appeared first on Beyond UX Design.
In this episode, Kate Pincott shares powerful insights on how UX designers can gain more influence through reframing. Learn practical techniques to shift perspectives, build relationships, and communicate effectively.
The post 90. The Art of Perspective: Mastering the Reframe with Kate Pincott appeared first on Beyond UX Design.
Shahed Syed shares insights on design consulting. He discusses the unique challenges and opportunities consultants face, strategies for building trust with clients, and how consulting can supercharge a designer’s career.
The post 89. The Design Consultant’s Advantage with Shahed Syed appeared first on Beyond UX Design.
There’s no gaurantee you’ll land a job at your “dream job.” Casey Bombacie hadn’t stepped into a casino before getting a job for a B2B gaming company. Casey offers insights for UX designers switching domains.
The post 88. A UX Designer’s Guide to Diving Into a New Industry appeared first on Beyond UX Design.
This week, I chat with Jeff Gothelf about applying Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) to personal goals. We explore the differences between business and personal OKRs, how to measure success, and strategies for avoiding common pitfalls in goal-setting.
The post 87. Taking OKRs Beyond Business with Jeff Gothelf appeared first on Beyond UX Design.
Sally Carson and I discuss the unique aspects of working in enterprise orgs. She shares her strategies for navigating corporate dynamics, building a successful career, and leveraging internal opportunities.
The post 86. From Misconceptions to Career Opportunities in Enterprise Software appeared first on Beyond UX Design.
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