The First Stop: Why The Best UX Jobs Are Never Posted
Docked in Penang today. Walking through the streets, I noticed something interesting—some of the best food spots don’t…
Read issue →I’m Boarding a Cruise, But Before I Go…
In a few hours, I’ll be stepping onto a Royal Caribbean cruise for five days. No job boards. No resume tweaks. Just time…
Read issue →What 15+ Years in Design Have Taught Me
Looking back, my career path doesn’t seem “linear.” 🎨 Industrial design → 🚀 Startup founder → 🎓 Lecturer → 💰…
Read issue →The 3 Things I Look for When Hiring a UX Designer
I’ve hired UX designers across different industries—tech, banking, insurance, and education. And every time, the best…
Read issue →Want a UX Leadership Role? Stop Thinking Like an IC.
A lot of UX designers tell me: 💬 “I want to move into a leadership role.” But when I ask, “What are you doing to…
Read issue →Bragging Won’t Get You Hired—But This Will
“I don’t want to sound like I’m bragging.” I hear this all the time from UX designers struggling with their…
Read issue →The Best Designers Ask “Why?”—Over and Over Again
Early in my teaching career, I noticed something frustrating. Whenever I asked students for feedback on a design, they’d…
Read issue →The Real Reason Your Job Search Feels Stuck
Most UX designers looking for jobs aren’t lazy. They’re busy. • One day, they’re tweaking their portfolio. • The next,…
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