Why UX interviews aren’t about proving skills—but proving trust
A UX designer reached out to me last month, frustrated. “I keep making it to final rounds… then getting rejected. What…
Read issue →If you look like “just another designer,” you won’t get hired
Most UX designers blend in. They have portfolios filled with the same projects. LinkedIn bios that sound like everyone…
Read issue →The job hunt mistake schools don’t warn you about
During this Chinese New Year, I had a chat with my niece. She’s graduating in six months, and like most fresh grads,…
Read issue →Stop Waiting to Be Crowned a UX Leader
A lot of mid-senior UXers tell me: 🗣️ “I want to lead a team.” 🗣️ “I’m ready for a senior role.” 🗣️ “I want to have more…
Read issue →4 Down, 96 to Go - Will You Be Next?
We’re officially one month into 2025, and I’ve been working closely with 4 UX professionals to help them on their plan…
Read issue →AI and Your UX Career: What’s Changing and What’s Not
You saw and heard the news about DeepSeek AI. You might be worried about AI and your job as a UXer. Let’s break it down.…
Read issue →Stop Waiting for Perfect
Do you ever feel like your work isn’t good enough to share yet? You tweak. You refine. You tell yourself, “Just one more…
Read issue →Why Your Pitch Beats a Perfect Portfolio
You’ve spent hours fine-tuning your portfolio, but there’s still a nagging thought: “Is this good enough?” Spoiler…
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