Published inBootcamp·PinnedDo these four things to prepare for UX research job interviewsLessons from my ongoing job search — At this point, I’ve had a handful of advanced or final stage job interviews for UX research roles. And I’m still looking. That said, the process has led me to a lot of invaluable UXR resources online, and I’m accruing a lot of experience and insights from all these interviews…UX Research5 min readUX Research5 min read
Jul 29, 2021From teacher to user researcher: why teaching experience is relevant work experienceThe most important reason for going from one place to another is to see what’s in between. — Norton Juster, The Phantom Tollbooth Making the career pivot to user research has been a journey. But like Milo’s journey in The Phantom Tollbooth, the destination turned out to be a metaphysical…Career Change2 min readCareer Change2 min read
Published inBootcamp·Jul 28, 2021“Why UX research?”A career changer’s pitch to would-be employers — A potential employer asked me last week in a job interview for a UX researcher role, “Why UX research?” I was kicking myself for not having answered this already. I had just given an hour-long presentation on my background and UXR case studies, selling my unconventional work experience as my…UX Research2 min readUX Research2 min read
Published inBootcamp·Jul 2, 2021How usability testing my UX portfolio made me a better researcher“He’s put design research as a skillset, but I don’t think he knows much about design research”. This comment came in a recent usability testing session of my UX portfolio with a top-tier UX professional and mentor from ADPList. This was tough feedback, but it was exactly what I needed…UX6 min readUX6 min read
Jun 9, 2021UX portfolio tips and best practices4.4K11Micah BowersThank you, Micah, for the portfolio guidance.Thank you, Micah, for the portfolio guidance. I'm realizing I've got a lot of work to do, but I have a much better sense of what that should be. Cheers!1 min read1 min read
Mar 19, 2021UX case study: bilingual mobile website for health literacyThe north central Florida area is an increasing destination for Hispanic immigrants, but online health literacy efforts face distinct challenges — e.g., the language barrier, low digital and basic literacy, and mobile-dependent usage patterns — in this sparsely populated rural area. This project is my prototype for a bilingual, mobile-first…UX Research7 min readUX Research7 min read
Mar 16, 2021Improve Your UX Portfolio with Google Analytics552Kelvin ManThanks for this article!Thanks for this article! I'm looking to analyze my portfolio website, but also to bone up for professional reasons on google analytics. As an aspiring UX Researcher, I think this could benefit my job search. Cheers!1 min read1 min read
Mar 16, 2021Education & UX: an intersection321Alice MaglioGreat article, Alice!Great article, Alice! I am a former classroom teacher and trying to crystallize for my own narrative the clear connections between education and user-centered design. Thanks for the food for thought.1 min read1 min read
Published inBootcamp·Mar 5, 2021Case study: university website redesignThe University of Florida offers over 500 degree and certificate programs across its many colleges and departments. But it’s surprisingly difficult to find basic information about these programs. …UX5 min readUX5 min read
Mar 3, 2021What do I even do for a living?! — the messy state of UX job titles3064Jennifer AldrichThanks, Jennifer.Thanks, Jennifer. I am just stepping into the job market as a UX designer, and I really appreciate the perspective on how this title has changed over the years - and how to narrow your search. I'll only be unsuccessful (or ultimately unhappy) if I'm continually knocking, unknowingly, on the…1 min read1 min read
