UX Gym Podcast
Welcome to UX Gym Podcast, the podcast channel designed to be your personal trainer for making a career in the UX world!
UX Gym — https://uxgym.pro/ — is a 12-week training program designed to help UX designers train their hands and eyes, build a solid portfolio, and get hired. And this podcast is your audio learning program to complement the actual training.
UX Gym Podcast is your one-stop destination for insightful discussions, practical tips, and real-world advice tailored to help you excel in your UX journey.
UX Gym is a product of Bonanza Studios — https://bonanza-studios.com/ — a growth consultancy for SaaS and Fintech startups, and is hosted by experienced designer Jarek Kwolek and marketing lead Ayesha Guerreiro.
Each episode released is carefully crafted to provide you with the tools, knowledge, and inspiration you need to thrive. We believe that becoming a successful UX designer is not just about learning the theory, but also about understanding the nuances of the industry and sharpening your practical skills.
In our episodes, you can expect:
In-Depth Learning: Dive deep into various aspects of UX design, from user research and user testing to interaction design and the use of AI.
Insider Tips: Our hosts draw from their extensive experience to share insider tips and tricks that can only be learned through hands-on work in the field. Discover shortcuts, best practices, and techniques that will give you an edge in your UX projects.
Interviews with Experts: Tune in to candid conversations with expert figures in the UX industry. Gain valuable insights into their careers, challenges they've faced, and the trends that are shaping the future of UX design.
Building a Portfolio: One of the biggest challenges for beginners is building a strong portfolio. We guide you through the process, offering guidance on selecting projects, showcasing your work effectively, and creating a portfolio that stands out to potential employers.
Career Growth: Growing from a beginner to a thriving UX professional requires more than just design skills. Our episodes cover topics such as networking, job hunting, negotiation, and continuous learning to help you accelerate your career growth.
Get ready to sculpt your career muscles at UX Gym Podcast!
UX Gym Podcast
Ep. 55: What's Holding Back Your Design Career? Discover with Laura Baker from Fearless
In this insightful episode of the UX Gym Podcast, guest host Behrad Mirafshar welcomes Laura Baker, the Global Design Director at Fearless, for a deep dive into the pivotal challenges and obstacles designers face in their careers. Together, they explore the nuanced path from overcoming imposter syndrome to establishing oneself as a leader in the design world.
Laura shares her strategies for seeking constructive feedback and managing critical conversations to steer towards positive outcomes. They discuss the significant transition from a junior designer to a leadership role, highlighting the importance of understanding the business side of design.
Listeners will gain valuable insights into empathizing with stakeholders, understanding their motivations, and asking the right questions to challenge assumptions. Laura also emphasizes the crucial skill of translating design efforts into tangible business metrics and outcomes.
Tune in to discover practical tips and inspiring stories that will empower designers at every stage of their career to navigate and thrive in the dynamic field of design.
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