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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 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’m a career switcher. How can I show that my previous experience brings value and will make me a stronger UX designer?
What do you think about jobs that require knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, etc.?
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?
What are the benefits of public speaking for a UX designer?
How can I improve my soft skills as a UX designer?
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?
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?
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?
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to remove my Behance showcases, but all I’ve shared is a public website with a brief UX process overview—no private or unpublished content.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?
Can you give some guidance on design career growth?
As a rookie product designer, what key areas should I prioritise in my new role?
How do I leverage my past experience when applying for jobs where other candidates have more experience or a stronger academic background?
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 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'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'm transitioning from banking to UX. What steps do people typically take when switching to a career in UX?
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 do I go from being an unproductive UI/UX designer to a world-class one?
Sometimes I feel completely lost in the design world, other times I feel like I know it all, and then there are moments when it feels like I don’t know anything at all.
I’m a junior UX/UI designer at a company with low UX maturity. Any tips on handling the lack of process? They want me to jump straight into high-fidelity screens.
I’m one of only two designers at my company, and we’re juggling a lot of responsibilities, including business-related tasks. Do you have any advice on how to get better at setting and meeting OKRs?
I've been struggling to get my UX career back on track after being let go from my last role over a year ago. What should I do?
I'm the only designer at my startup, so I’m responsible for building all the processes and growing on my own, even though I don’t have much experience. It can sometimes be frustrating, but I don’t want to leave the company. What should I do?
I want to get into freelancing in UX/UI, but it feels like the website-building world is dying out, as even small businesses are using templates now. I feel lost, what should I do?
How do I accelerate my UX career in the field? I’m currently working as a product designer.