UXR Minds Podcast

In this fascinating episode, we sit down with Alex Knoll, co-founder of Condens, as he shares his entrepreneurial journey and the challenges he faced along the way. Alex opens up about the highs and lows of founding a company and the lessons he's learned through the process.

We also dive deep into the current state of the UX Research field, exploring how it's evolving and the shifts happening within the industry. Alex provides valuable insights on how UX Researchers can adapt, grow, and position themselves for success as the field continues to transform.

Whether you're a founder, a UX professional looking to navigate industry changes, or simply interested in the intersection of entrepreneurship and user experience, this conversation offers practical wisdom and forward-thinking perspectives you won't want to miss.

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Welcome to a new series on the UXR Minds Podcast! EspressoUXR is where co-hosts Giulia Tumminelli and Dale Husband (host of the UXR Minds Podcast) dive into the refreshingly positive side of UX Research.

Feeling overwhelmed by the negativity in the UX field? You're not alone! This monthly series explores the lighter stories behind UX Research – from funny mishaps to uplifting news across the UXR community.

In our debut episode, join Giulia and Dale as they share their personal journeys into UXR with plenty of laughs along the way!

🎧 Topics include:

• Breaking through negativity in UX Research
• Behind-the-scenes stories from seasoned researchers
• Celebrating wins in the UXR community
• Humorous research mishaps and lessons learned

In the midst of UX Research's ongoing transformation, Ned Dwyer, co-founder of Great Question, offers a refreshing perspective on the field's future. From his startup journey to founding a platform empowering UX researchers, Ned shares candid insights on navigating uncertainty, building resilience, and positioning yourself for success in an evolving industry.

Discover how to thrive - not just survive - in the world of UX Research. A must-listen for professionals feeling overwhelmed by current debates and technological shifts.

In this informative episode, we dive deep into the world of UX portfolio reviews with exclusive insights that most candidates never hear. Our expert guest, Theo Johnson, reveals the unfiltered criteria he knows are used to evaluate UX Research and Design portfolios.

Discover the portfolio red flags that instantly disqualify candidates, the secret scoring systems used behind closed doors, and the unexpected elements that make hiring managers fight over applicants. Whether you're struggling to land interviews or wondering why your "professional" portfolio isn't getting responses, this episode delivers the raw, unedited feedback you need to transform your portfolio from overlooked to irresistible.

This isn't just another portfolio advice session—it's the career-changing inside information every UX professional needs to hear.

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Have you ever considered what is best to focus on early on in your career in UX? Laura Baker shares her lowdown on how to be successful early on in your career as she also deep dives into her early career transitions and challenges. Buckle up as Laura gives an honest review of her feelings towards UX and the field currently.

We're back with our Workshop series, for Workshop number 2 with Theo Johnson! This Workshop will be focusing on jumpstarting your UX career! From building your online presence to looking after your mental health. Theo is a seasoned UX Researcher as well as vocal UXR mentor, most notably via ADP List.

Follow Part 1 as Theo takes us through some LinkedIn profile best practices.

In this exciting podcast episode, I sat down with Goodness, an incredible UX Designer based in Nigeria who is revolutionizing the UX design community through powerful mentorship and innovation. As the founder of MGW, a groundbreaking community platform, Goodness helps aspiring designers navigate their career paths and secure their first roles in the competitive UX design industry.

What makes her journey unique? Before becoming a UX Designer, Goodness had a fascinating background in baking - a testament to her versatility and passion for learning. During our conversation, she candidly shares her inspiring transition from Baking to user experience design, offering invaluable insights and advice for newcomers looking to break into the field.

Whether you're an aspiring UX designer, a design professional seeking motivation, or simply curious about career transformations, this episode promises to deliver inspiration, practical advice, and a compelling personal story of professional reinvention. Join us as we explore Goodness's remarkable journey in UX design, mentorship, and community building.

To wrap up Workshop 1, Caleb delves into the best ways to keep up with AI without getting overwhelmed. Amongst all the misinformation and the saturation of news around AI at the moment, it can be easy to get overwhelmed. Caleb helps cut through the nonsense and gives some valuable tips on how much to digest and where to get it.

Journey into UX Research with Ruby Pryor

Join us for an fascinating conversation with Ruby Pryor, the founder of Rex and accomplished UX Research consultant making waves in Southeast Asia's tech landscape. In this episode, Ruby shares her fascinating journey from seasoned traveller to UX research leader, revealing how her travelling experiences have shaped her approach to user experience and research methodology.

Discover how Ruby's pivotal experiences influence her work as she opens up about:

Whether you're a UX professional, aspiring researcher, digital nomad, or tech entrepreneur, Ruby's story offers valuable lessons on leveraging diverse experiences to build a meaningful career in user experience research.

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Our most watched release on YouTube is BACK via a remastered audio version! I spoke with the amazing Darren Hood back in October and to kick off 2025 we've cleaned up the audio and giving it a re-release to whet all your appetites for what's to come this year.

We discussed Darren's rich background in the User Experience industry and his thoughts on how to the enter the field successfully and avoid the pitfalls that are rife on social media as you make your first tentative steps into UX.