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We tend to overestimate the importance or impact of information that readily comes to mind when making decisions. As a result, our choices and judgments may be skewed, and we may overlook other important factors.

What happens when we misuse research data?

The focusing effect can have major implications for our personal and professional lives. It can dramatically influence how we make decisions about our own lives, like career decisions, and it can also have a huge impact on how our teams make decisions.

To explore more about the social comparison bias, don’t miss the full article on the Cognition Catalog!

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This week, we chat with career coach Meltem Naz Kaso, who shares a unique framework for overcoming career stagnation. Discover why feeling “stuck” might be an invitation to explore new possibilities and how you can strategically navigate your career.

Are you truly stuck in your UX career, or is it just a phase?

Meltem Naz Kaso is a UX career coach with a decade of experience in both in-house and consultancy roles. Meltem now dedicates her time to helping professionals rebuild their careers with passion and self-awareness. In this episode, we dig into her unique approach, inspired by UX methodologies, to help her clients achieve career clarity.

Meltem shares her journey from being a UX research manager at Glovo to becoming a career coach. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the cyclical nature of UX roles. We discuss the challenges posed by the current job market and explore how adaptability can become a key asset in successfully navigating career transitions. Meltem offers valuable insights on balancing work-life dynamics, especially for those juggling family responsibilities alongside career growth.

We also unpack the themes from Meltem’s recent article in Fast Company, where she highlights the importance of personal branding and networking. Tune in to learn practical strategies for identifying career opportunities and enhancing your skill set to stay relevant in an ever-evolving industry. Don’t miss out on this enlightening conversation that promises to transform your career perspective.

Erica Heinz reveals how mastering soft skills can accelerate your career. She emphasizes the often-overlooked importance of communication, empathy, and collaboration in creating truly impactful experiences.

In a field where tools change regularly, is teaching adaptability more valuable than any specific skill?

This week, we’re joined by Erica Heinz, a veteran UX designer and educator with over two decades of experience. Erica challenges traditional approaches to UX education, advocating for a paradigm shift that prioritizes teaching students how to learn rather than focusing solely on current tools and techniques.

Drawing from her extensive experience teaching at institutions like the Parsons School of Design and the School of Visual Arts, Erica shares insights on cultivating a mindset of continuous learning in UX designers. She discusses strategies for developing meta-learning skills, fostering curiosity, and building resilience to thrive in a rapidly evolving field.

Don’t miss Erica’s practical advice on developing a learning mindset that will serve you throughout your career, regardless of how tools and technologies may change. Whether you’re a student, educator, or practicing designer, this episode offers valuable perspectives on future-proofing your UX career through adaptability and lifelong learning.

This week I'm kicking off "From Chaos to Clarity or The UX Designer's Guide to Thriving in a Low Maturity Team." I know there are a lot of folks out there struggling to get to do work they can be proud of.

The post Introducing: From Chaos to Clarity or A UX Designer’s Guide to Thriving on a Low Maturity Team appeared first on Beyond UX Design.

If you’re just starting out it can be overwhelming. Help can come from all over the place. However, recently mentor platforms have started to pop up everywhere. But is this “speed dating” form of mentorship helpful?

The post 32. Alternate Avenues for Mentorship With Steven Steiner appeared first on Beyond UX Design.

Last week's episode was somewhat polarizing. You either got on board with the boot camp hating or you were disappointed there wasn't more actionable advice. I like to give helpful advice, so I'm fixing that this week.

The post 31. The Missing Pieces of the UX Education Puzzle appeared first on Beyond UX Design.

UX boot camps seem to be getting a lot of flak as of late. Are they teaching the necessary skills? What are the necessary skills anyway? This week Andrew Macdonald joins us to give his perspective.

The post 30. The UX Boot Camp Gold Rush With Andrew Macdonald appeared first on Beyond UX Design.

How do you feel about audiobooks? How do you feel about supporting the show? How do you feel about getting a free audiobook AND supporting the show, all at the same time? Well, you can do it, and I’ll show you how!

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I’m not going to lie. I screw up. A lot. Screwing up sucks. It sucks for you. It sucks for the other people affected by your screw up. You can own up to it. You can apologize. But it’s not nearly as simple as you might think.

The post 29. Apology 101: The Dos and Don’ts of Saying Sorry appeared first on Beyond UX Design.

A former marine might not be the first thing you think of when you think of a CXO at a fast growing tech company. But you haven't met Andrew Rice. Andrew joins the show to talk about his transition from the military to

The post 28. A Marine’s Mission To Build Creative Teams With Andrew Rice appeared first on Beyond UX Design.