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In this episode of Hacker Proof HQ, we sit down with Justice Collier, a fractional UI/UX designer, agency owner, and educator, to break down what it really takes to build a successful UX career in today’s tech industry.
Justice shares real-world insights on breaking into UI/UX design, building a tech contracting business, running a UX agency, and using automation to scale sustainably—all while designing a lifestyle that supports both career growth and personal balance.
We dive deep into:
Whether you’re a beginner trying to break into UX, an experienced designer exploring freelance or fractional consulting, or someone interested in building a UX agency or contracting business, this episode delivers practical advice you can apply immediately.
Topics Covered00:41 – Opening Remarks
01:24 – Introduction
02:22 – Balancing UX Work & Agency Life
03:11 – Automating Business & Agency Processes
04:05 – Getting Started in UI/UX Engineering
06:35 – Cheat Codes for Succeeding in Tech
10:14 – Building a UX Training Academy
12:24 – Helping Others Break Into UI/UX
15:02 – Starting a Tech Contracting Business
16:38 – Getting Your First Contracting Experience
19:01 – Designing a Lifestyle Around Tech
24:06 – UX Job Market Demand
25:28 – Entry-Level UX Challenges
26:13 – UX Designer Salaries Across Industries
27:09 – What Is Fractional Consulting?
28:16 – Advice for Aspiring UX Designers
Connect with Our GuestJustice Collier (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/technicallyjai/
About Hacker Proof HQHacker Proof HQ is a tech-focused podcast exploring careers in tech, breaking into the industry, digital skills, and entrepreneurship.
📩 Newsletter: https://www.hackerproofhq.com/
📧 Inquiries: [email protected]
By Hacker Proof HQIn this episode of Hacker Proof HQ, we sit down with Justice Collier, a fractional UI/UX designer, agency owner, and educator, to break down what it really takes to build a successful UX career in today’s tech industry.
Justice shares real-world insights on breaking into UI/UX design, building a tech contracting business, running a UX agency, and using automation to scale sustainably—all while designing a lifestyle that supports both career growth and personal balance.
We dive deep into:
Whether you’re a beginner trying to break into UX, an experienced designer exploring freelance or fractional consulting, or someone interested in building a UX agency or contracting business, this episode delivers practical advice you can apply immediately.
Topics Covered00:41 – Opening Remarks
01:24 – Introduction
02:22 – Balancing UX Work & Agency Life
03:11 – Automating Business & Agency Processes
04:05 – Getting Started in UI/UX Engineering
06:35 – Cheat Codes for Succeeding in Tech
10:14 – Building a UX Training Academy
12:24 – Helping Others Break Into UI/UX
15:02 – Starting a Tech Contracting Business
16:38 – Getting Your First Contracting Experience
19:01 – Designing a Lifestyle Around Tech
24:06 – UX Job Market Demand
25:28 – Entry-Level UX Challenges
26:13 – UX Designer Salaries Across Industries
27:09 – What Is Fractional Consulting?
28:16 – Advice for Aspiring UX Designers
Connect with Our GuestJustice Collier (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/technicallyjai/
About Hacker Proof HQHacker Proof HQ is a tech-focused podcast exploring careers in tech, breaking into the industry, digital skills, and entrepreneurship.
📩 Newsletter: https://www.hackerproofhq.com/
📧 Inquiries: [email protected]