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?

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How to choose your UX roles

Start as a generalist

In the early stages of your career, aim to touch every part of the design process.
Get experience in UX research, UI design, prototyping, user testing, and more.

Learn and soak everything in

The more areas you explore, the better.
Expose yourself to different aspects of UX and uncover unknowns—things you didn’t even know you didn’t know.

Discover your interests

Over time, you’ll start to notice which areas of design you’re most passionate about.

Seek feedback

Ask others—colleagues, mentors, or peers—for feedback on what they think your strengths are.
This will help you get a clearer picture of where you excel.

Don’t rush to choose a role

You don’t have to decide on one specific role right away.
Focus on exploring and developing a broad skill set.

Narrow your focus when applying

When it’s time to apply for jobs, have a clearer idea of what kind of company, opportunities, and roles you're looking for.

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