Honest UX Talks
Honest UX Talks is a weekly podcast where Ioana and Anfisa, two UX designers with a combined 20 years of experience, discuss career challenges, portfolios, mental health, and other UX-related topics. The show aims to help those transitioning into design by sharing practical lessons and insights. Episodes are supported by Wix Studio, a web platform for agencies and enterprises.
Episodes
#180 The state of job hunting in 2026
Anfi and community members from Into UX Jobs share their real job‑search journeys — how many applications they submitted, how many interview stages they went through before landing their role, how long the process took, what their take‑home challenges looked like, the questions the design managers asked, the hardest moments they faced, what current job hunters need to know, practical interview tip
#179 Building career capital with intention w/Dan Cariño
nfi and Dan discuss the insights he gained from his experiences at H&M, Klarna, and Meta. They delve into his time working abroad in Hong Kong and how user interface design differs in that part of the world. The conversation also covers Dan's journey at Klarna, his path into Meta, and the key factors that contributed to his success during the Meta interview process. Additionally, they expl
#178 What we got wrong about AI replacing design?
Anfi and Ioana discuss how AI has changed the approach to design systems. They explore the idea that AI was expected to replace UI systems, but in reality, design systems are becoming more important. Why were people so confident that AI would replace them? And why won’t that happen?They also talk about what makes a design system AI-ready and whether AI operators will become a future role—should te
#177 What even is a design engineer? w/ Mehmet Baytaş, Senior Design Engineer @ Attio
Ioana and Baytaş discuss what being a design engineer entails. They explore whether vibe coding can be a pathway into design engineering and whether learning to code is necessary right now. Additionally, they delve into the daily responsibilities of a design engineer and the essential first steps for those interested in starting this career.This episode was recorded in partnership with
#176 Design is not dead, but has changed
Ioana and Anfi discuss how the design process has evolved in the age of AI: should we rely on educated guesses or actual research? How can we reach insights faster? What's the best design process today? How to get to insights quickly without sacrificing quality? And can LLMs fully replace human research?This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.
#175 The "dream job" has changed. What are designers aspiring to in 2026?
Anfi and Ioana discuss their past dream careers from a few years ago, explore whether big tech companies still shine on a CV, and share what kinds of companies designers aspire to work at today. They also delve into whether an entrepreneurial path is more attractive now, how to build clarity in your career goals, and share their visions of an ideal career.This episode was recorded in partnership w
#174 What makes a portfolio feel senior in 2026?
Ioana talks about the key skills to showcase in a UX design portfolio in 2026 that hiring managers value, highlights timeless design principles alongside new rules shaped by recent AI-driven shifts, explores the dramatically transformed hiring landscape, and examines which design skills are and aren't replaceable by AI.This episode was recorded in partnership with
#173 How to build taste in the age of AI?
Anfi and Ioana discuss what it means to develop taste and how, in the age of AI, cultivating refined taste—whether in aesthetics, craft, or judgment—becomes a crucial differentiator in design.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.Mentioned in this episode:Aesthetics of AI articleaesthetics in the ai-era : visual + web d
#172 You don’t need a bootcamp to become a designer anymore
Ioana and Anfi discuss how to start design career in 2026, why bootcamps are going out of the market and how to utilize AI in the job search process.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.Check out these links:Preorder Ioana's upcoming book here. The first 100 copies will be hand-signed.Ioana's
#171 Inside Lovable & Intercom: what top design talent looks like in 2026
Ioana shares recent field insights on vibe coding, design culture, and AI-driven strategies she learnt from Lovable and Intercom designers. She talks about the value of rapid experimentation, user-centric design, and the future of top design talent in 2026.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.Check out these links:Preorder Ioa
#170 Lessons learned from 4y at a scale up
Anfi shares insights on her journey working in a fast-paced scale-up, transforming weaknesses into strengths, strategic product pitching, effective communication at scale, leading impactful workshops, what defines a great manager, the difference between delivery and vision, and strategies to elevate UX culture from low to high maturity.This episode was recorded in partnership with
#169 How to speak the business language
Anfi and Ioana discuss how to get buy-in and communicate effectively with stakeholders. They explore how to present designs convincingly, articulate decisions clearly, and address what to do if data on the impact of design choices isn’t available.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.Check out these links:Sign up for Anfi's Design → I
#168 Will we still have design jobs in the future?
Anfi and Ioana explore the future of design jobs, questioning whether design roles will remain the same as the tech industry transforms. They discuss how design roles are evolving right now, especially as AI begins to generate UI and we communicate through prompts. In this new landscape, what exactly are we designing? Can we still call ourselves UX designers, or will our roles shift into something
#167 How to stay sane in the age of AI
Anfi and Ioana explore the mental health challenges of recent years, sharing strategies to preserve self-identity, manage anxiety, and set healthy boundaries in the context of an increasingly AI-driven world.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.Check out these links:Preorder Ioana's upcoming book here. The first 100 copies wil
#166 How to get hired in 2026
Anfi and Ioana discuss their strategies for preparing for the upcoming hiring season, covering key topics such as portfolio, the interview process, practical take-home challenges and whiteboard exercises. This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode: 08:33 How to make your portfolio stand out?21:43 Do I need to show that I am AI first des
#165 Skills and traits UX designers need in 2026
Ioana and Anfi discuss how values are shifting in the design world amidst rapid change. They explore the traits that designers should cultivate, current market observations, and whether traditional skills remain relevant. They delve into whether designers need to learn coding, the role of vibe coding, and if we're heading towards becoming design engineers or builders.This episode was recorded
#164 Year-End Reflections
Anfi and Ioana reflect on the past year, sharing how their careers have evolved and how AI has impacted their journeys. Looking ahead to 2026, they discuss their goals and upcoming creative projects.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.Check out these links:Preorder Ioana's upcoming book here. The first 100 copies will be hand-signed.Join Anfi’
#163 Surviving Design - Why I Wrote a Book
Ioana offers a glimpse into her upcoming book release.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.Preorder your copy here. The first 100 copies will be hand-signed.Check out these links:Ioana's AI project: aidesign-os.comIoana's WhatsApp groupIoana's AI Goodies Newsletter
#162 These skills will increase your salary in 2026
Anfi and Ioana discuss the key factors that can directly influence your salary and increase your earning potential within your role.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.• What are some less obvious skills crucial for promotion, like visibility and internal branding? • Do you really need to want a promotion, and is it always worth pursuing? • Additional
#161 How design industry is changing and what is getting behind us
Anfi and Ioana explore the fundamental transformations shaping the market today. They discuss how AI has become embedded in every aspect of our work, reshaping paradigms and emphasizing outcomes over tasks. The episode delves into how to develop the right mindset for staying relevant, rethinking and renewing your approach to design, and staying adaptable in a rapidly changing landscape.This episod
#160 The design tools we actually use
Anfi and Ioana discuss how AI and design tools they use daily have impacted their workflows. They share their experiences with various tools, highlighting which ones have become essential, and predict how these tools will evolve and shape their work in the coming year.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.Check out these links:Join Anfi’s
#159 Should you get into UX design if you are starting out in 2026?
Anfi and Ioana explore the design scene in 2025, sharing insights on current trends, key shifts, and the evolving landscape. They discuss the changing value of designers in the age of AI, questioning whether traditional roles will remain relevant. Additionally, they offer practical advice for newcomers entering UX design in 2026 from diverse backgrounds amidst this rapid transformation.This episod
#158 The biggest hardships in our UX careers
Ioana and Anfi discuss their biggest career challenges, explore what the industry should do to empower designers and prioritize design, and consider how a shift towards everyone becoming builders might impact the industry's future.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.Check out these links:Join Anfi’s Job Search comm
#157 5-Step plan to get started with vibe-coding
Ioana explains the origin of the term "vibe coding" and its core principles. She outlines how to build products using this approach, including a practical plan for coding with vibe coding methodologies. Ioana discusses how vibe coding can lead to burnout if not managed properly and emphasizes that vibe coding is a genuine approach to software development, not just a trend. She also recom
#156 How to Become an Entrepreneur as a UX Designer
Anfi and Ioana discuss how to start your entrepreneurship journey as a UX designer.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode: • How can you transition to entrepreneurship, and how do you know it's the right path?• What is Anfi and Ioana’s entrepreneurial experience?• How do you navigate ambiguity?• Can starting with no money lead to success
#155 Balancing Parenthood and a UX Career w/ Ran Liu
Ioana and Ran share their experiences of becoming mothers, exploring how to navigate the pressures of succeeding in the tech industry while balancing parenthood, and addressing the challenges of parental burnout.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.This episode's guest: Ran Liu's LinkedInCheck out these links:
#154 Important Ideas from TED AI Vienna
Ioana uncovers a bunch of other eye-opening insights she learned at the TED AI Vienna conference, such as how AI could actually widen inequality, possesses surprisingly strong persuasive power, might be making us intellectually lazy, and is completely transforming the way scientific research is conducted.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.Check out these l
#153 What I relearned from being a Product Manager
Anfi shares valuable lessons she learned while trying her hand as a Product Manager—insights that aren't typically included in job descriptions.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.Check out these links:Join Anfi’s Job Search community. The community includes 3 courses, 12 live events and
#152 How to nail your portfolio one-liner
Anfi and Ioana discuss how to craft an effective one-liner for your portfolio.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode: • What exactly is a one-liner, and why is it important to focus on it?• What are the common pitfalls when crafting a one-liner?• What essential elements should a strong one-liner include?• What are some examples of good and bad o
#151 Designers become curators: UX in the age of generative UI
Ioana explores how AI is transforming the role of designers from creators to curators and editors of machine-generated outputs.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode: • When did you first notice AI design outputs starting to look the same?• If our role shifts to curation—similar to art curators—what qualities define a design curator?• Are we stil
#150 What are design interviews really screening you for in 2025?
Anfi and Ioana discuss the essential qualities recruiters seek in designers, the growing importance of AI literacy, and strategies for confidently showcasing skills to succeed in interviews and thrive in the design industry of 2025.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode: • What qualities do recruiters universally look for during designer interview
#149 Tech world has changed
Ioana shares her experience in San Francisco at the Adobe AI Summit, reflecting on her observations of the city’s vibrant tech scene and emerging AI trends in its dynamic environment.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode:Ioana discusses the city’s infrastructure, her time socializing with people from Lovable, and how AI has become a core part of
#148 Lessons that shaped my design principles
Anfi shares the insights and experiences that have shaped her design principles.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio. Discover Wix Studio’s AI Code Assistant to streamline your workflow and boost efficiency.Check out these links:Join Anfi’s Job Search community. The community includes 3 courses, 12 live
#147 What designers really need to know about business w/ Ryan Rumsey
Anfi and Ryan discuss why designers need business skills, how to develop them, and the positive future of design with AI.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Academy.In this episode: • What made you realize that designers need to understand business, not just their craft?• How do you define "business," and what does it include?• What should junior designers foc
#146 Does product design quality still matter in 2025?
Ioana and Anfi discuss what constitutes good design quality.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Marketplace.In this episode: • Is it still important to prioritize UX design and maintain high design quality?• How do some companies manage to succeed despite having poor design?• How would you define quality in the context of design?• Should designers always aim to work withi
#145 The UX of Agentic AI w/Andrei Clodius
Ioana and Andrei discuss how AI agents are transforming daily work, the differences in designing for agentic AI versus traditional UX, and the evolving role of designers.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio. Discover a Wix Studio management tools tailored for agencies.In this episode: • What are AI agents? How do they look like in real work? What is agentic AI?• Whi
#144 Being a Junior Designer in the Age of AI
Anfi and Ioana discuss the current state and future of the junior designer market, ways to succeed, the impact of AI, and whether pursuing this career is still worthwhile.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio. Explore a Wix Studio collection of outstanding websites crafted by creatives.Make sure to join the "Storytelling portfolio workshop" by AnfisaIn this
#143 Inclusive design w/Tej Kalianda
Anfisa and Tej discuss the principles of inclusive design, its impact on society, strategies for incorporating it into their workflow, and the significance of the recent EU Accessibility Act.In this episode: • What are some real-world examples of inclusive design in the age of AI?• What are the costs of not designing inclusively?• How can designers begin practicing inclusive design principles in t
#142 Building the portfolio in the age of AI
Anfi and Ioana discuss emerging portfolio trends in the age of AI and how to effectively use AI tools.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode: • In the age of AI, what portfolio trends are emerging, and how can designers leverage them today? What do you foresee for the portfolio landscape in 2025?• What tools do you recommend for visual storytellin
#141 Designing Perplexity - The Builder's Guide to AI Design w/Henry Modisett
Ioana and Henry discuss working amidst ambiguity and with products that are constantly shape-shifting.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode: • Let’s talk about your time at Perplexity. How does it feel to create something that didn’t exist before? How did you make design decisions, and what did your work there look like?• What is the design t
#140 Designers Coding with AI - Inside Intercom’s AI x Design Revolution w/Caitlin Rich
Ioana and Caitlin explore how designers at Intercom are beginning to use the Cursor tool to code directly, discuss the broader adoption of AI technologies, examine their effects on workflows and company culture, and consider how these advancements might shape the future of design and development roles.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode: • Ho
#139 Are designers best positioned for the age of AI?
Ioana and Anfisa discuss the future of design roles, the impact of AI on collaboration, and how professionals can adapt and thrive in the evolving tech landscape.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode: • Predictions for the future of design roles• How AI will shape collaboration with product managers and developers?• Why designers are well-positione
#138 Live Maven Session: "Transition to an AI Design Role: Skills + Strategy"
Ioana had a live Maven session where she shared insights on how AI is transforming design, the role of AI designers, and strategies to stay relevant in this evolving industry.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode: Slides from the episode• How has AI transformed the design industry?• What does AI-driven design truly entail?• What is an AI design
#137 Growth design in the age of AI w/Kate Syuma
Ioana and Kate delve into the world of growth design, exploring its impact on Miro’s success, the current role it plays within organizations, and how AI is shaping the future of product design roles.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode: • What is growth design?• How has growth design impacted Miro’s development and success?• What is the current
#136 From corporate to creative freedom: The Lumo studio story
Ioana and Imogen from Lumo Studio delve into how to start your business in the design industry, cultivate a strong studio culture, and navigate the evolving landscape of creativity and entrepreneurship.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode: •What inspired your courage to start Lumo Studio?• How do you handle uncertainty and unpredictability?• How h
#135 What should you do when you know you're underpaid?
Ioana and Anfisa discuss how to spot if you're underpaid, prepare for salary talks, and decide whether to stay or look for a new job.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode: • How do you know if you're underpaid, and what should you do about it?• How can you get ready for a salary negotiation chat?• When’s the right time to talk about changing
#134 How to run a successful creative agency w/Hannah Carver
Ioana and Hannah discuss This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode: • How did you go from starting to freelance to having more offers than you could accept? • What questions do you ask potential clients to determine if you should work together?• Describe your process for starting new projects.• Tell me about your team and collaborators. Are they employ
#133 How AI is Transforming UX Research w/Tina Ličková
Anfisa and Tina discuss how AI is transforming research and what we can expect moving forward. This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode: • What is the current state of AI in the research industry, and how does this influence product development?• What is the current landscape of research and the evolving role of AI within it?• Can AI, theoretically, tak
#132 Running UX workshops
Ioana and Anfisa discuss how to set up an effective workshop.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode: • How to properly set up a workshop for maximum engagement and productivity?• In what ways do workshops provide advantages over traditional meetings? Check out these links:Join Anfi’s Job Search community.
#131 Finding your strengths
Ioana and Anfia explore ways to identify and leverage personal skills for career growth, and find products that align with you personality.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode: • What helped Ioana realize her interest in the AI field, especially when AI was just becoming popular?• How to identify your skills and use them to shape your career?• What step
#130 AI's Impact on the Design Process
Ioana talks about the impact of AI on the field of UX design.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode: • Where can AI support the design process, and where should we be cautious?• What AI tools does Ioana use in her design work?Check out these links:Ioana's AI for designers course
#129 How to become an AI designer
Ioana talks about the impact of AI on the field of UX design.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode: 1:06 - Episode Begins2:17 - Wix Sponsorship3:31 - Ioana’s Journey into AI Design9:02 - What does it mean to be an AI designer, and why should you consider pursuing this career?17:10 - What are some practical ways designers can integrate AI into their
#128 UX leadership during the tech crisis
Anfisa and Ioana explore the future of UX maturity in product organizations, examining the shift away from user-centricity, the impact of AI, and how we can redefine the benchmarks for measuring UX effectiveness in the evolving design landscape.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode: 01:04 Episode starts02:35 Wix sponsorship04:16 Catch up09:39 What wil
#127 How to get promoted in UX design
Anfi and Ioana discuss what factors influence promotions and strategies for designers in various contexts to achieve advancement in your career.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode: • What factors come into play when seeking a promotion?• How can designers in different contexts achieve promotion?• What are the tips for designers who feel frustrated about
#126 I am a senior designer now, what's next?
Anfisa and Ioana delve into the challenges that senior designers face as they reach the peak of their careers.In this episode: • Anfi and Ioana share their personal experiences• Should you aim for a management position, or is it better to focus on growing as an individual contributor?• What skills should I learn next?Check out these links:Join Anfi’s Job Search community
#125 A director's perspective on hiring UX designers in 2025 w/Chris Abad
Chris Abad is a design leader at ex-director at places like Google, Square, Dropbox, and Salesforce. He is launchingDesign Storytelling: Turn Resistance into Buy-in course, which starts on February 17th.Anfisa andChris discuss the essential qualities that make a great designer, the importance of storytelling in portfolios, and the role of designers in today's market and beyond.In this e
#124 The skills UX designers need in 2025
Anfisa and Ioana explore strategies for navigating the design market in challenging times and discuss what essential skills designers need to acquire.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode:• What skills should I focus on learning now to stay relevant in the design market?• How will technology advancements impact the job market and skills demand in 2025
#123 Year-End Reflections
Anfisa and Ioana share their reflections on the year.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode:• What achievements are we most proud of from this year?• What were the defining high and low moments we experienced?• What key themes or words resonate with our intentions for the coming year?Check out these links:Ioana's AI Goodies Newsletter
#122 The State of Design Jobs in 2024-2025 w/Lena Kul
Ioana and Lena explore the design market for 2024-2025, highlighting key trends, in-demand skills, and insights to help you navigate and thrive in this dynamic industry.
This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.
In this episode:
0:59 Episode starts
1:54 Wix Sponsorship
4:46 How did Lena get into recruitment, and what’s her background?
9:17 What’s the current state of t
#121 How to prevent burnout? w/Meg Rye & Laurence Galland
Ioana engages in a thoughtful discussion about burnout with guests Meg Rye and Laurence Galland.
This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.
In this episode:
0:46 intro
02:05 Wix sponsorship message
04:11 - Guests' background and interest in burnout
07:36 - Observations on designer experiences and industry challenges
15:57 - Symptoms and manifestations of burnout
20:17 - S
#120 Favorite product design books
Anfisa and Ioana talk about their favorite UX design books.
This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.
In this episode:
• What were some of the most influential books that shaped our careers?
• What are some of the must-read books that we would recommend to stay up-to-date with the latest trends in the industry?
Design book classics we mentioned:
The design of everyday t
#119 Emerging and future design roles
Anfisa and Ioana dive into how design roles might evolve in the future.
This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.
In this episode:
• What trends are currently shaping the design landscape?
• How do you envision the future of career growth within the design field?
• What do you anticipate for researchers and content designers, who also play integral roles in design organizati
#118 Mastering Whiteboarding and Take-Home Assignments in UX Design
Anfi and Ioana explore whiteboarding exercises and take-home assignments, discuss their experiences and share tips for successfully completing them.
This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.
In this episode:
•What are whiteboarding exercises and take-home assignments?
•What are some common examples of whiteboarding challenges and take-home assignments?
•When should you accept
#117 Designing for AI at Miro
Anfi and Ioana dive into the journey of an AI designer, exploring the transition from concept to production, the unique challenges of designing AI features, and the insights gained from user research that shape the process.
This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.
Episode Timestamps:
0:51 – Episode Intro1:55 – Wix Sponsorship3:26 – Regular Catch-up
5:43 – Can you share your jou
#116 Making design decisions w/Tommy Geoco
Anfi and Tommy delve into the value of specialization vs. generalization, managing tool overload, and strategies for intentional, high-quality design decisions within large companies.
This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.
Episode Links:
Tommy's website
Tommy's UX Decisions online course
UXtools survey and past reports
Episode Timestamps:
0:31 — Episode start
1:51 — Wix S
#113 Making a difference as a designer w/Rachel Wu
Anfi and Rachel delve into the creative journey of a designer, with Rachel sharing her experience of how she approached a pitch, exploring non-linear approaches to design thinking, the value of diverse backgrounds, and the art of storytelling in design.
This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.
Episode Timestamps:
0:35 - Episode Intro
1:45 - Collaboration with Wix Studio
3:07 -
#112 What to look for in a UX Role?
Anfi and Ioana explore the key factors that have shaped their career decisions and offer insights on making thoughtful choices for your professional journey.
This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.
Episode Timestamps:
0:58 - Episode Kickoff
1:04 - Special announcement about our new partnership with Wix
3:01 - Life Updates
8:43 - Reflecting on the mechanisms behind career decisi
#113 Collaborating with developers
Anfi and Ioana share their experiences collaborating with engineers, what makes a great developer, and offer tips for improving teamwork.
Timestamps:
0:41 Episode’s intro and updates from Anfi and Ioana
05:00 How has your collaboration with engineers evolved over the last 10 years?
11:52 What qualities make a good engineer from a designer’s perspective?
22:54 Tips for effective collaboration: How
#112 Design market predictions
This episode was recorded during the Hatch conference in Berlin.
In this episode:
• What key trends shaped the design industry in 2023 and 2024? How do they influence the design market in 2025 and beyond?
• What can designers do today to stay competitive in the evolving design industry?
Check out these links:
Ioana's AI Goodies Newsletter
Join Anfi’s Job Search commu
#111 Becoming a mature UX designer
In this episode:
• What does it mean to be a mature designer?
• What key traits should you focus on developing as you advance in your design career?
• Is maturity in design the same as seniority, or is it something else?
• Hosts share practical tips, insights, and personal stories about navigating workplace conflicts and growing into a more mature designer.
Check out these links:
Ioana's
#110 Storytelling in UX portfolios
In this episode:
• Why is storytelling important?
• Why is everybody talking about storytelling? What does it mean to have a story in your portfolio?
• How should a good case study be structured?
• What are some tips and tricks for effectively using storytelling in your portfolio?
Mentioned in this episode:
Hatch Conference in Berlin, September 4-6
Ioana's Instagram live on how the life of an
#109 How AI is Shaping Design /w Pablo Stanley
Today, we are joined by Pablo Stanley, who is a designer based in Mexico. He is the co-founder and CEO at Musho & Lummi — AI design tools aimed at unlocking people's creativity. Previously, he co-founded Carbon Health and Blush, and held roles as a staff designer at Lyft and lead designer at InVision.
Episode's timestamps:
01:05 Episode introduction
05:42 How did you become intereste
#108 Landing a junior job at META amidst tech crisis /w Nitya Kumar
Today, we are joined by Nitya, who successfully landed a job at META at the beginning of the tech crisis in 2022. Currently, she works on Instagram and Messenger. In addition to her role at META, she is a product design judge at Boston University and is a guest speaker at Columbia University.
In this episode:
• How to Secure Your First Job Through Proactive Outreach
Discover how Nitya successfully
#107 How can your side interests help in you UX career?
In this episode:
• How can you leverage your secondary skills in your UX journey?
• How can you utilize your background when transitioning into a UX career?
• How can you begin identifying which of your skills are relevant to design?
LinkedIn post mentioned in the beginning of the episode
Check out these links:
Ioana's AI Goodies Newsletter
Join Anfi’s Job Search community
#106 Remote vs. Office Jobs: Pros and Cons
In this episode:
• Hosts' Experiences with Office vs. Remote Jobs:
• Why understanding cultural aspects is crucial for remote work?
Mentioned in this episode:
"Culture map" book
Check out these links:
Ioana's AI Goodies Newsletter
Join Anfi’s Job Search community:
Enroll in Ioana's AI course &qu
#105 Discovering what you are good at as a UX designer
In this episode Anfisa and Ioana discuss how can you learn what you are good at as a UX designer.
Mentioned in this episode:
"Which of the million UX roles suits you best? A personality type analysis" article by Bas Wallet
Hatch Conference in Berlin
Check out these links:
Ioana's AI Goodies Newsletter
Join Anfi’s Job Search community:
#104 Collaborating with content designers (at MEWS)
In this episode, Anfisa is discussing collaboration with Michael at MEWS:
• How does collaboration between UX designers and content designers look like?
• What are the differences between journalism and UX writing?
• What brought Michael from a journalist into UX writing?
• Is it important for the UX writer to read a lot?
• What's the typical workflow of the UX writer?
• What UX designers ca
#103 When to stop hustling
In this episode:
• Where does the pressure to hustle come from for designers? When can you say enough is enough?
• What hustling can bring you in a positive and in a negative way?
• Are junior designers more prone to hustle or feeling that they need to prove themselves? Are they having a harder time to stop compared to senior designers?
Check out these links:
Ioana's AI Goodies Newsletter
Joi
#102 How to win against pushbacks in UX industry?
In this episode:
• What are the common reasons for which stakeholders pushback on the design vision?
• What are the tips and tricks for navigating pushbacks?
• What were the toughest moments in your career when you got push back from stakeholders despite giving your best set of arguments?
Mentioned in this episode:
"Articulating Design Decisions" book
Check out these courses:
Join Anf
#101 Am I good enough?
In this episode:
• What to do if you feel you are not good enough as a designer in the beginning of your career?
• What are the factors influencing the feeling of being an impostor?
• Tips and advice form Anfi and Ioana on how they dealt with impostor syndrome.
• How does company culture Iinfluence your response to impostor syndrome?
Mentioned in this episode:
"Culture map" book
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