Category: Getting started in UX
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How to get hired as a junior designer in 2024
Strategies on how to stand out as a junior designer in a saturated design market Last week, I was asked to speak at a great meetup event from the amazing design community called The Clan. I had a great time meeting many new designers and discussing the industry. We had a great chat that covered a…
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Don’t be fooled by Figma ‘make design’ new AI feature
‘Don’t be fooled by the rocks that I got I am still I am still Jenny from the block.’ That’s how the chorus of a famous J Lo song goes. I am a kid of the ’00s, but I believe this song’s message of staying true to your roots while evolving resonates with the design…
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9 books to start and grow your UX career
Getting into the design industry can be tough, and the information on the web can be overwhelming. Where can you start? What are the best resources available? When I first started my career, I found reading extremely useful. It allowed me to build a language around design, understand the industry and learn new skills I…
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Why every UX Designer needs a mentor
We all encounter challenging situations in life, and we all have that one friend we can call for support. It’s a relief to know we have someone on our side who can offer guidance, lend an ear, or just let us vent for a bit. When it comes to work, things can get even trickier.…
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Design as a communication tool: why keeping design files up to date is vital for teams
Designs are a great visual representation of how we can solve user problems. We create screens that illustrate what and how technology needs to work to allow users to perform specific tasks as seamlessly as possible. Most importantly, designs are the best way to communicate with teams, ensure we are all on the same page…
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What I have learned from 100 hours of mentoring
I have been mentoring and coaching for years because I love helping designers get into the industry or progress in their careers. It’s rewarding and I learn a lot from every single conversation. Helping designers with mock interviews and case studies, I noticed some patterns and started to note them down and categorise them. Here…