UX Pathways

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How do you get into user experience? Learn from the experts how they got into UX and how you can too!

  1. 20 juin

    UX Pathways - Episode 8 Season 4 : Cătălina Manea

    In this episode, listen to a conversation with Cătălina Manea, a Staff Systems Designer at Splunk and founder of Unhinged Design, to discuss design systems, AI, creativity, and what it takes to build a meaningful career in design.

    20 min

  2. 10 juin

    UX Pathways - Season 4 Episode 7 : Jennifer Homentosky

    In this episode of UX Pathways, Marc speaks with Jennifer Homintoski, founder of Lakeside Accessibility, about the intersection of assistive technology and user experience design.Jennifer shares how her career evolved from IT support and industrial design into accessibility consulting and UX evaluation. Her journey was shaped by both professional curiosity and personal experience supporting a family member with vision loss. The conversation explores how accessibility is not an add-on but a core part of UX, how real-world assistive technology is used to evaluate digital products, and why inclusive design benefits all users not just those with disabilities. She also discusses the impact of AI, the challenges UX practitioners face in industry, and the importance of building foundational skills before layering specialization.

    27 min

  3. 27 mai

    UX Pathways: Episode 6 Season 4 - Deborah O'Malley

    Discover the unique user experience path that Deborah O'Malley, Founder & Product Strategy Lead at GuessTheTest, followed in this sixth episode of Season 4.Some key takeaways:• UX and CRO are two sides of the same coin• Qualitative research helps explain the “why” behind user behavior• A/B testing and experimentation are becoming more mainstream across industries• Continuous learning and adaptability are critical as AI changes the digital landscape• Treating life like an experiment can help you grow through challenges and change• The future will still need human oversight, strategy, and critical thinking

    25 min

  4. 16 mai

    UX Pathways: Episode 5 Season 4 - Dan Berlin

    Discover the unique user experience path that Dan Berlin, Founder at Watch City Research, followed in this fifth episode of Season 4.Some key takeaways:• UX is about aligning user needs with business goals• Great UX professionals learn to speak the language of business• There is no substitute for talking to real users and understanding human behavior• UX job markets go through cycles, but organizations will always need great experiences• Researchers should showcase their process, not just polished designs, in portfolios• Volunteering with nonprofits is a great way to build experience and create impact• Networking and getting involved in the UX community can open career opportunities

    24 min

  5. 28 mars

    UX Pathways: Episode 4 Season 4 - Rachel E. Blackburn

    Discover the unique user experience path that Rachel E. Blackburn, Senior Learning & Enablement Consultant at User Testing, followed in this fourth episode of Season 4.Main points:1. UX is every interaction, not just screens 2. There is no single path into UX - diverse backgrounds are valuable3. Your past experience equals transferable skills 4. Research reduces uncertainty to learn just enough to move forward5. Small UX changes can have real-world impact6. Don’t assume and always test 7. Stop pigeonholing yourself, and you’re more than your job title8. AI is a tool, not a replacement for human creativity and judgment9. Great UX is rooted in empathy and understanding people10. Thoughtfulness matters, and consider emotional and edge-case scenarios11. Imposter syndrome is normal, and you’re likely more qualified than you think

    37 min

  6. 21 mars

    UX Pathways - Season 4 Episode 3: Jon Yablonski

    Discover the unique user experience path that Jon Yablonski, Senior Product Designer at Mixpanel, followed in this third episode of Season 4.In this episode, Jon Yablonski shares how understanding human behavior and psychology can help UX designers create more meaningful, effective products. He also explores how curiosity, continuous learning, and embracing AI as a partner can help designers adapt and grow in a rapidly changing field.

    19 min

  7. 13 mars

    UX Pathways - Season 4 Episode 2: Lou Rosenfeld

    Discover the unique user experience path that Lou Rosenfeld, Founder, Publisher & CEO, Rosenfeld Media, followed in this second episode of Season 4.Key Takeaways UX has always been a synthetic field, bringing together diverse disciplines to solve complex digital problems.The real challenge in UX is often creating a shared language and framework so different experts can collaborate effectively.AI will change how UX work is done, but it will likely increase the need for human-centered thinking, not eliminate it.Early-career professionals should look beyond the interface and focus on systems, services, and strategy.UX may evolve from being just a profession into a toolkit of skills used across many industries.

    26 min

  8. 6 mars

    UX Pathways - Season 4 Episode 1: Todd Bertsch

    Discover the unique user experience path that Todd Bertsch, Owner / President at Evolve Marketing Team, followed in this first episode of Season 4.In this kickoff episode of UX Pathways Season 4, join host Marc Majers as he sits down with Todd Bertsch, founder of Evolve Marketing, keynote speaker, and mental fitness coach, to discuss adapting to change in the UX and technology world. He began his career as a graphic designer, discovered usability testing, and then launched his own digital consulting firm. He believes in Steve Krug's philosophy of Keep It Simple Stupid (KISS) and explains how he applies it to design. He discusses the importance of embracing change, avoiding falling for hype, and finding meaningful work that aligns with your passions. He will leave you inspired. Join this episode if you are navigating a career change and looking for insights on how to create better experiences. https://www.toddbertsch.com/

    19 min
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How do you get into user experience? Learn from the experts how they got into UX and how you can too!

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  • Création
    Marc Majers
  • Années d’activité
    2021 - 2026
  • Épisodes
    46
  • Classification
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  • Copyright
    © Marc Majers
  • Site web de l’émission
    UX Pathways