This week, we chat with Matthew McPhail, UX principal at Home Depot, about the critical role of relationships in building great software. Discover how fostering trust, empathy, and respect can transform your work environment and propel your career forward faster.

Could the secret to advancing your UX career lie in the relationships you build?

This week, Matthew McPhail, a principal UX designer at Home Depot, joins the show to share his journey from Industrial Design to UX design. He highlights how relationships have been instrumental in his quick career progression to UX Principal. Matthew underscores the importance of trust, empathy, and respect in fostering a collaborative work environment that drives success.

We explore the scientific basis for relationship-building and explain how it influences team dynamics and personal growth. Matthew emphasizes that while technical skills are essential, the ability to forge meaningful connections often plays a pivotal role in the effectiveness of software projects and career development. Ultimately, managing ambiguity becomes more manageable when we build strong relationships.

Whether you’re an experienced UX practitioner or new to the field, you’ll gain valuable insights into the soft skills that can transform your career and your team’s success. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to learn from Matthew’s experiences!