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The most frequently asked questions from UX designers, answered by experts.

Do you have any videos or links I can check out to improve my app critique skills? I’m looking for quick UX hacks or design tips that would help me level up my everyday design work.
I keep running into teams using Lean UX or Agile UX. From what I gather, these seem to be frameworks more for developers. I’m not exactly sure where UX fits in or how designers are expected to work within them. Could you share some insights?
I’ve got my 4th interview coming up with a big multinational, and this one is focused on presenting the assignment they gave me last week. Can you give me some tips on how to present my design process or handle tough questions about my design choices?
I have about a year of design experience in healthcare, transportation, and rentals. I'm eager to continue growing my career in design. How can I make the most of what I've learned so far?
As a Design Manager, it feels like I’m being made redundant even though I still have a lot to offer. Do you think I should be looking to move into a Director role instead?
I want to start posting on LinkedIn, but I’m unsure how to manage my time for it. It feels like it could take a lot of energy, especially at the start. What’s the best approach to get started?
I recently made the switch from graphic design and advertising to UX, what challenges or pitfalls should I watch out for as I transition?
How do I master presenting to different stakeholders and selling my designs effectively?
How do experienced designers advocate their role at scale?
I’m a career switcher. How can I show that my previous experience brings value and will make me a stronger UX designer?
What types of wireframes do you share at different stages of client or stakeholder reviews? How do you help them understand the value of starting with low-fidelity designs?
I can’t share work from my previous consulting firm due to internal policies. While I'm confident in my skills, I’m struggling to highlight my value as a mid-level designer without specific examples. Do you have any suggestions for creating engaging case studies?
What do you think about jobs that require knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, etc.?
When you're starting out as a freelancer, how do you land your first client on platforms like Upwork?
I feel like everything’s working against me all the time. How can I get luckier as a designer?
I want to break into big tech. Do you know what qualities or skills big tech companies look for in a candidate?
Chris, your profile is really inspiring! I want to learn more about your journey.
I’m a double major in psychology and biology, and I've been considering transitioning into UX research because it feels like a more niche path. What advice or direction would you recommend if I decide to pursue this route?
As a junior designer, how do you stand out in portfolio, interview, and ultimately land a job in this competitive market?
All the designs look the same these days. Have designers traded creativity for replication, and is the design world losing its originality in favor of sameness?
What are the best practices for using emojis in UX design?
I’ve got a good foundation in UX, but I’m looking to gain more hands-on experience. Can you give me some advice?
I want to write more on LinkedIn, but I’m running out of ideas. How do you come up with content ideas?
How do you build your personal brand inside and outside your company?
How do you know which companies to target and how to prepare for them? I've been going through interviews and making it to the final round, but then things just go dead.
Who looks at candidates' design portfolios during the hiring process? Is it recruiters, design managers or product owners?
How do you know when to keep pushing forward with the same design approach, and when it's time to switch gears entirely?
How do designers approach the entire design process, from start to finish (i.e. handing off to developers), using design systems and UI kits?
What are the different user groups and personas I should design for?
It feels like all the UX case studies are starting to look the same. How can I make mine stand out and not feel so boring?
What are the benefits of public speaking for a UX designer?
How can I improve my soft skills as a UX designer?
How do you build a UX design culture in your organisation?
One of the biggest mistakes I made in my first design role was staying quiet. How do you get designers to feel comfortable speaking up in meetings?
Should I be posting on social media to land a job?
I’m currently in the process of designing my portfolio, can you give me some pointers?
I recently transitioned from graphic design to UX design with zero experience. I have the basic skills required, but I’m not sure how to show that I’m capable. I also find myself comparing myself to other designers a lot.
What business skills do you think would make a designer a valuable asset to a business?
How to prepare for UX interviews?
I've recently become more active on LinkedIn and would love some advice on creating content. Do you have any tips or secrets to share?
How did you find your voice on LinkedIn? Before posting, did you ever struggle with anxiety or imposter syndrome?
What’s your take on the current state of the UX industry?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of working as a founder or freelancer vs returning to a corporate job?
There are many talented designers in this community with plenty of senior-level experience and knowledge. How do I find an experienced designer who would make a great mentor?
What’s your approach to fostering a user-centric mindset in large, non-design organisations?
As a designer, do you think the market is stagnating? With so many design systems being built, is there still room for creativity?
How do I add NDA projects to my portfolio? I know we make them password-protected, but what if the employer asks for the password to see the project?
I struggle with defending my designs and speaking up in meetings. How do I overcome this?
I get ghosted by a lot of recruiters. Do you know why that might be?
What are the tools for rapid prototyping that are faster than Figma?
I'm looking to get into freelance UI/UX design but I'm not sure where to start since I don't have much experience yet. What would be a way to start?
Can you share how you reported the UX audit to your client?
I’ve heard a lot about UX documentation and I feel like it’s key to getting a seat at the table. Most people couldn’t share templates because of confidentiality, so I’m curious—what do these documents typically include?
Can you tell me what is the design process?
I’m currently working as a solo product designer at my company and struggling to deliver work that sticks. A lot of the time, my designs get rejected or need rework. Could you guide me on this?
I'm interested in Game UX Design. How can I land this role, and what skills or experience are needed?
I'm working on the UX and UI of a new AI product, but the structure, implementation, and how the system will function feels blurry. How should I approach this?
I'm struggling with imposter syndrome. I often feel like I’m not the best at what I do, especially since I lead a talented team of designers. Sometimes, I feel unqualified to lead such an amazing group of talents. Can you give me some advice?
How do you present your design ideas to convince stakeholders?
If you had the chance to enhance your UX design knowledge, what field of study (e.g. computer science, business, graphic design) would you choose and why?
What’s your experience with being self-employed? I’m looking to shift to full-time freelance design and would love to learn about your journey.
My old manager keeps asking me to remove my Behance showcases, but all I’ve shared is a public website with a brief UX process overview—no private or unpublished content. What should I do?
What do you think about getting a Master's degree in User Experience Design?
I’m working on my case study where I showcase all my skills, like product thinking, problem analysis, visual design, user research, and metrics-based design. Do you think one case study like this is enough to land a role at a product-based company?
Should a UX designer make decisions based on available data rather than UX principles?
Can you give some guidance on design career growth?
What’s your design process? How do you ensure user-centricity throughout the process?
As a rookie product designer, what key areas should I prioritise in my new role?
A lot of people get put off because they don’t have enough experience. Can you explain how to showcase your passion and value to impress recruiters?
Do you know any good universities that offer strong, hands-on UI/UX programs?
What’s the difference between UX design and service design?
Do you have any resources on UX research?
What areas of design should an aspiring UX/UI designer focus on to keep improving?
I’m struggling at a legacy company with poor design understanding, weak leadership, and no real vision. A lot of my work is just visual design masked as UX, with no focus on problem-solving or innovation. I’m torn between trying to make changes here or finding a job that better aligns with my vision. What’s your advice?
How do I leverage my past experience when applying for jobs where other candidates have more experience or a stronger academic background?
What do you recommend as the best way to start learning Figma?
I'm looking for a job after maternity leave. Do you have any tips on how to highlight my past experience, or do you think it’s better to focus on picking up new skills first?
What projects should I showcase in my portfolio to get interview calls from the company I'm looking for?
How can I showcase projects from my current organization that are under NDA?
I'm looking for an opportunity to work on real-time projects under the guidance of seniors.
Who should I reach out to that could help me on my UX journey?
How do you go over the blockage of updating your portfolio? I feel like I’m spending so much time just trying to figure out what to write, remembering why the project started, and keeping track of the steps, process, and events.
How do you know what you’re really good at and what role you want in UX if you enjoy learning different aspects of it? Any tips on how to pick the right role in UX?
I want to spend less time on UI and focus more on UX. Can you recommend some resources that I can use directly in my projects?
Could you recommend some good blogs or podcasts on design systems?
How is psychology applied in UX design?
I’m struggling to benchmark pricing based on client type. How should I approach this?
I'm working on a project under an NDA right now, so I can’t showcase it in my portfolio. How should I update my portfolio as someone with over a year of experience?
I love front-end web development, especially the aesthetics of the webpage, and I want to learn UX/UI. Do you have any tips?
I'm transitioning from banking to UX. What steps do people typically take when switching to a career in UX?
I'm struggling to find clients who understand the value of UX and want to improve user experience. Where can I find these high-value clients who need quality work?
What's the best tool for UI animation presentations?
Which is better, a website portfolio or a Behance portfolio? Do you have any tips for creating a killer website portfolio?
I recently completed a UX/UI bootcamp and I'm excited to pivot my career. I’m in the process of refining my portfolio and would love any advice you can share to help with this transition.
How can I create an amazing user experience for members, from joining to being part of the community?
I’m just getting started in UX and looking for the most interactive way to learn without spending a crazy amount of money.
I’m building a Product Management course with the goal of offering something unique and meaningful, different from the countless "PM 101" courses out there. Do you have any advice on how to approach this?
I struggle with estimating SaaS product design. Would love to hear how you approach it.
How do I go from being an unproductive UI/UX designer to a world-class one?
Do freelance product designers usually sign NDAs? I’m currently helping startups build MVPs and hesitant to sign one early on, especially since the product idea will likely change. Would love to hear your thoughts.