Let’s be real.
Most UX job seekers know they should be more visible online.
But when it comes to posting?
→ “I don’t want to sound fake.”
→ “I’m not an expert.”
→ “What would I even say?”
So instead, they stay quiet.
And guess what?
While you’re busy polishing your portfolio in private…
Someone else—less experienced, less polished—is posting one simple reflection a week…
And getting referrals, interviews, and offers.
Not because they’re better.
But because they’re visible.
So here’s what I tell my clients:
You don’t need to post like a “thought leader.”
You just need to post like a real human who’s learning and doing the work.
Here are 5 no-cringe things you can post—even if you hate social media:
→ "1 thing I learned this week"
Example: “I finally understood the difference between a design problem and a business problem. Here’s the mental shift that helped.”
People love seeing growth in motion.
→ "Something I used to believe... but don’t anymore"
Example: “I used to think a perfect portfolio would get me hired. Now I know relationships > visuals. Took me 3 months to learn that.”
→ "1 question I’m exploring"
Example: “How do you balance business KPIs with accessibility goals? Curious how others have done this in real projects.”
Questions invite conversation (and comments).
→ "Behind-the-scenes of my process"
Example: “I’m currently reworking a case study. Here’s how I’m thinking about reframing the ‘impact’ section.”
You don’t need to be finished. Just show the thinking.
→ "A resource that actually helped me"
Example: “I used to hate writing resumes. But this one tip changed how I frame my work: [insert tip].”
That’s it.
No need to be profound. Just be present.
Remember: job search ≠ just applying.
It also means being seen. Remembered. Trusted.
And you can’t be remembered if you’re invisible.
So if you haven’t posted in weeks?
Pick one of the 5 ideas above. Write it in your voice. Post it today.
(And tag me on LI to let me know too)
You’re not building a following.
You’re building momentum.
Joseph
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