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#8 - Bridging Architecture and UX Design: Building Community in the Workplace with Reem Alwahabi (Design Manager @DeepL) — Part 1
Dive into a unique episode with Reem Alwahabi, where her journey from architect to UX guru unfolds. Reem, a third-culture kid with Arab roots, shares her colorful adventures across countries and industries.
In this episode, she reveals the inner workings of the product world, from the synergies of PMs, designers, and engineers to the art of small talk in building strong teams.
Get insights into her role at AutoScout24, her transition to Preadium, and how she navigates the tech landscape with a blend of strategy and empathy. It's a candid look into the challenges and triumphs in product and deisgn 🌍🎨🛠️
(00:00) - From Architecture to UX Design
In this chapter, Reem Alwahabi, a vibrant third-culture kid and current Design Manager at DeepL, takes us through her transformative journey from architecture to UX design, sharing how her rich cultural background and experiences in various countries shaped her career, leading to her impactful roles at AutoScout24 and Preadium.
(12:40) - Collaboration in Product Development
This chapter delves into the synergy of PMs, designers, and EMs, emphasizing their combined role in understanding project scopes and the lasting impact of design choices.
(20:01) - Design and Trust in Product Management
Diving into the world of product development, we explore the dance of designers, engineers, and PMs, uncovering the art of blending clear expectations, cultural quirks, and the delicate balance of team dynamics.
(26:33) - Challenges of Diversity in Tech
Exploring diversity challenges in tech, we dive into gender imbalances, the intimidation of joining male-dominated teams, and the importance of early diversity initiatives in hiring. We discuss creating inclusive environments and the unique dynamics of working with product managers.
(31:37) - Challenges and Frustrations of Product Management
Discussing product management's nuances, we dive into the complexities PMs encounter, from strategic planning to enhancing soft skills, and how crucial collaboration is in aligning team goals and resolving conflicts.
(40:01) - Challenges and Reflections on Startup Roles
Transitioning from UX design to product management in startups, balancing autonomy and team collaboration, and the agility of startups in innovation.
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By Eames MediaDive into a unique episode with Reem Alwahabi, where her journey from architect to UX guru unfolds. Reem, a third-culture kid with Arab roots, shares her colorful adventures across countries and industries.
In this episode, she reveals the inner workings of the product world, from the synergies of PMs, designers, and engineers to the art of small talk in building strong teams.
Get insights into her role at AutoScout24, her transition to Preadium, and how she navigates the tech landscape with a blend of strategy and empathy. It's a candid look into the challenges and triumphs in product and deisgn 🌍🎨🛠️
(00:00) - From Architecture to UX Design
In this chapter, Reem Alwahabi, a vibrant third-culture kid and current Design Manager at DeepL, takes us through her transformative journey from architecture to UX design, sharing how her rich cultural background and experiences in various countries shaped her career, leading to her impactful roles at AutoScout24 and Preadium.
(12:40) - Collaboration in Product Development
This chapter delves into the synergy of PMs, designers, and EMs, emphasizing their combined role in understanding project scopes and the lasting impact of design choices.
(20:01) - Design and Trust in Product Management
Diving into the world of product development, we explore the dance of designers, engineers, and PMs, uncovering the art of blending clear expectations, cultural quirks, and the delicate balance of team dynamics.
(26:33) - Challenges of Diversity in Tech
Exploring diversity challenges in tech, we dive into gender imbalances, the intimidation of joining male-dominated teams, and the importance of early diversity initiatives in hiring. We discuss creating inclusive environments and the unique dynamics of working with product managers.
(31:37) - Challenges and Frustrations of Product Management
Discussing product management's nuances, we dive into the complexities PMs encounter, from strategic planning to enhancing soft skills, and how crucial collaboration is in aligning team goals and resolving conflicts.
(40:01) - Challenges and Reflections on Startup Roles
Transitioning from UX design to product management in startups, balancing autonomy and team collaboration, and the agility of startups in innovation.