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»2021 felt like a gold rush for UX roles, but now, it’s a whole new game.« 🎙️I recently sat down with Katrin Suetterlin for an upcoming episode of UX Heroes to discuss the evolving UX job market. Here’s a glimpse into her journey: Katrin’s career took off during the UX boom of 2021. She received 20 interview invitations within weeks, an experience that left her exhilarated but also exhausted. During this time, she joined WeFox, where she was the sole UX writer, working closely with the CMO and project managers. It was a dynamic, fast-paced environment typical of a Berlin startup. However, the tides soon changed… The funding dried up, and the company had to downsize, leaving Katrin and many others looking for new opportunities. Suddenly, the job market wasn’t as welcoming. The demand for UX roles had decreased, and competition was fiercer than ever. Determined to stay ahead, Katrin embraced versatility and was ocusing on delivering measurable business value. This adaptability led her to a new role at SIXT, where she now works on integrating UX strategies with business goals, ensuring her work has a tangible impact. Stay tuned for the full episode to hear more about her insights and tips for thriving in today’s UX landscape. #UXDesign #JobMarket #CareerAdvice #Adaptability #AIInUX #EmpathyInDesign #UXHeroes

"Happy New Month, LinkedIn fam! 🎉 As we dive into April, I'm energized and ready to elevate user experiences to new heights. Let's unleash our creativity, streamline interactions, and design with purpose. Here's to a month filled with breakthroughs, seamless interfaces, and user-centric innovations. Together, let's make every click count! 💻✨ #UIUX #NewMonth #Innovation #DesignThinking"

Embark on a journey of innovation by exploring Design Thinking principles, from brainstorming to mind mapping, to unleash your creativity. Take a deep dive into user needs with empathy mapping, providing invaluable insights into users' needs and pain points for User-Centric Design that's how industry giants like Airbnb and Netflix successfully enhance user experiences and drive customer-centric solutions. To learn more, connect with Elevate Insights to transform your approach! #Innovation #UserCentricDesign #EmpathyMapping

JOIN US: I'm beyond excited to invite you to "Back to the Future: The Evolution of Qualitative Research" with the legendary Janet Standen on September 18, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM PT. (Yes, it will be recorded if you cannot make it live.) 🔥 Ever wondered how qualitative research evolved from the days of clipboards and focus groups to where we are now? Here's your chance to find out! Janet isn't just a dear friend and trusted colleague; she's one of the most generous mentors and a rockstar in our research community! 🌟 Her presentation at the QRCA Annual Conference 2023 was so mind-blowing it received a standing ovation—and now, she's bringing it to Curiosity Tank's Expert Series! Why You Can't Miss This Event: > 🕰 Time-Travel Through History: Discover how social sciences, WWII, consumerism, the Mad Men era, and even early UX (before it was cool) shaped our profession. > 🌪 Ride the Rollercoaster of Change: From 9/11 and COVID to globalization and tech revolutions, see how challenges transformed the qualitative landscape. > 🤔 Fuel Your Curiosity: Uncover the surprising influence of curiosity and empathy in our field's evolution. > 🎁 Get Inspired for the Future: Learn valuable lessons from industry pioneers that will turbocharge your qualitative career. Whether you're a seasoned quallie or just starting out, this session promises laughs, "aha" moments, and a fresh perspective on where we've been and where we're headed. Plus, who doesn't love a good story about the early days of qual? Secure Your Spot Now: The registration link is in the comments below Psst... If you've recently been impacted by layoffs or the $25 ticket price feels like a stretch, no worries! Just drop a line to hello@curiositytank.com for a discounted promo code. We’ve got your back! 💌 Gear up for an unforgettable journey "Back to the Future" of qualitative research. Flux capacitors optional. 😉 See you there! 🚗💨 cc: .Priscilla McKinney. Katrina Noelle Susan Fader💥 Lisa Horwich Sarah Kotva Jason Buhle, PhD Jamin Brazil #ux #uxr #userresearch #uxresearch #design #qualitative #QRCA

⚡️ New portfolio alert! Reaching out to my network to crowdsource some feedback 🙏 What are 3 things that are working? 3 things to consider? - UX Jobs #ux #userexperience #productdesign #design #opentowork #hireme #jobsearch #jobhunt #jobseeker #opentonewopportunities #opentoconnections #portfolio

Wanna play a game? As a UXR, I’ve played many games before. What do I mean by that? Well, I try my best to make user research fun for my stakeholders and colleagues so, whenever there might be a chance for a game (that doesn’t negate or minimize the value of the research or take away from the findings), I might play it. Some of these games include: - Usability bingo - Internal hackathons - Pin the pain point on the persona - UXR escape room (escape the impossible, inefficient tasks) - Insight auction Or I might play in other ways like: - Having a UXR leadership dashboard that shows the most engaged stakeholders - Stakeholder shout-outs - Impact sharing sessions About every quarter, I give away prizes for leadership dashboards and have parties for the most engaged stakeholders. There are a lot of fun ways to get people engaged and interested in work — not that you HAVE to but it can also help spark some creativity and fun for you. What are some fun ways you engage with stakeholders? #userresearch #research #ux #uxr #uxresearcher #uxresearch #designresearch #userresearcher #careers

Wondering why I am posting so much more lately? I’ve joined Roloff Consulting’s Summer LinkedIn Challenge, led by a most spectacular voice of #digitaltransformation, Ema Roloff The goal for me is to become more comfortable sharing original thoughts in a public space and to grow my network with people who share a keen interest in #technology, #innovation, #positivity, #digitaltransformation, #UX, #digitalexperience, #emotionalIQ, #mentalhealth, #leadership, etc. We’ve reached the halfway point of the 8 week challenge, so help me reach a bigger audience and spread some positivity: Please repost🔁, like👍 and comment💬!

Networking is fun. Right? But it is! One thing I am so grateful for in my work is getting to meet amazing humans with all sorts of talents and interests. For example... 👀 Meet Jess Davies! She's a straight shooter, a no-nonsense leader and strategist, adept at doing what it takes from the highest level of strategy to the hands-on details. She's built several research practices from the ground up, and she's looking for an opportunity to evolve UX Research in an early-stage or start up environment. She's done many things, but she'd love to find something in Real Estate. #neversearchalone #uxr #uxcareers

First of all, we wish you a very happy New Year! 🎆 As we wave goodbye to another awesome year and dive into 2024, we're thinking about how new beginnings mix with crafting cool experiences. In the world of experience design, the start of a fresh year is super exciting. We're the architects of how people interact with tech, products, and services. The new year is like a blank canvas that challenges us to be bold, break the rules, and create experiences that really connect with what people need. 🎨 Let's use this chance to put ourselves in the shoes of all users, understand their stories, and tackle their challenges. That way, we're not just making products; we're creating experiences that mean something and make a real impact. Here's to a year full of teamwork, innovation, and always learning in the world of experience design. Let's embrace our projects with a new perspective, an open mindset, and a strong commitment to making the human experience even better. 🚀 Wishing you all a year packed with breakthroughs, professional growth, and the satisfaction that comes from making awesome experiences happen! 💪 #NewYear #ExperienceDesign #UserExperience #UXresearch #UXdesign