Fairlo’s Post

We're a product led org! Never mind the data that NOBODY reads tooltips! (Most users 1) Close out of them or 2) Toggle thru them as fast possible to get to the product). We should add 14 of them! Then make the item they are pointing too hidden behind the actual tip AND then we can obscure the point of contact out of screen. Super snarky, I know. But this is an extremely easy thing to... A) QA B) Fix The world needs more UX designers.

"Show me the journey of the project in your case study" "Hiring Managers don't have time to scroll; show me everything I need to know in the beginning" "Don't show processes" "Show me the process of how you arrived at this solution" "we want to see the ugly early mockups" "Don't show any early mockups, just the final product; we are short on time" Product and UX Designers:

Send that application today Send that connection request Apply for that job Send that recruiter a message Launch that product already! Launch that course Launch that platform Launch that book Go for what you want Go as high as you want What's the worse that can happen? You get a no 😅 No doesn't kill anyone It's only a no You get a no but at least you tried But if you try consistently enough you get a “yes” and one yes could change your life forever 😊 - Hi, my name is Felicity Lois, I’m a product designer with focus on impact on business and users 👋 feel free to follow for more interesting updates 😊 #ux #uidesign #productdesign #productivity #design #linkedin #contentwriting #technicalwriting

Hey everyone, just dropping a quick note to share that I'm working on my design portfolio. It's something I've been meaning to put together for a while now. It's still a work in progress, so it's not exactly polished yet. But I'm putting in the effort to make it as useful and engaging as possible. If you have any thoughts or suggestions, feel free to shoot them my way. I'm always open to feedback. I'll keep you posted on when it's ready to check out. #ux #designportfolio #portfolio #productdesign #webdesign

Just a thought: why would a company request a heuristic review of their signup, onboarding, and navigation flows (for a total of 36 screens) and then reject the candidate for being "too focused on problem-solving and UX." Isn't that the purpose of a heuristic review, or am I missing something? If they were looking for more visual design expertise, why not asking for a different assignment? Did other designers have similar experiences?

Dear (UX) designers, felt ghosted by recruiters after nailing that assessment? Don't worry, you're not alone! It's happening to every other person nowadays. Good news? I've a solution for you. Swipe right to see what's it and how it can help you. Have something in mind? Share in the comments. ♻️ Found this helpful? Hit repost. .............. Get better results with strategic & seamless designs. DM me "Design Effectively"

I’ve reviewed thousands of UX portfolios over the years, and there’s one mistake I see repeatedly that instantly raises red flags. 🚩 Did you know that burying your most impactful work deep within your portfolio can cost you opportunities? As a hiring manager, I might spend 30-60 seconds scanning your portfolio before deciding whether to contact you. Here’s how to fix that: - Feature your best project first: Don’t save the best for last. Grab attention immediately. - Highlight key impacts above the fold: Show measurable results or significant outcomes upfront. - Simplify navigation: Make it effortless to explore your work. Complicated menus can be a turn-off. Bonus tip: Eliminate any fluff or filler projects. Quality over quantity wins every time. Your portfolio is your story—make sure it’s compelling at first glance.

The fact that you are cheaper or somehow "have a better user experience" is not a defensible moat. All your competition needs to do is price their offering cheaper - that's a race to the bottom and is called commoditisation. And all they need to do to better your design is hire more UX, UI, XD folk, invest properly and test the 💩 out of it. Don't get me wrong. Good experience for your users is essential. But it's not a sustainable competitive advantage investors will invest in. Do something different. Do something really darn hard. Make it count.

We're practicing what we preach! Check out this awesome article Alfo Medeiros wrote walking through how he used the dscout platform to...improve the dscout platform 🤯

After you apply for a job here are some good actions to take: Keeping Follow-Ups Professional A follow-up email can boost your chances of landing that dream job. Here are some quick tips to keep it professional: - Be Brief: Get straight to the point. Keep your message short and sweet. - Show Enthusiasm: Let them know you’re excited about the opportunity. - Highlight Your Value: Briefly mention why you’re a good fit. After your fist message is sent I would send a follow-up 3-4 days after. A professional follow-up can leave a lasting impression. Let’s get those dream jobs! Just remember its all about timing! #productdesign #ux #ui #design #jobsearch