In this special episode, Alec sits down with Zachary Schendel, Senior Director of Research at DoorDash, for a preview of his upcoming talk for UXRConf. They explore why strong cross-functional relationships are essential for researchers, and how to actually build them.

You’ll learn:

• Why great research often gets ignored

• How to navigate different product manager personalities

• What hiring managers really look for today

• How AI is changing research workflows (and what it can’t replace)

• Real tips on influence, storytelling, and showing up with impact

🎟️ Register free for Research Week: joinlearners.com/research-week

🔗 Connect with Zach: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachary-schendel-38353157/