What's Up, UX?!

In today’s podcast is the season wrap-up! Jen and Ross talk about how they did in their first year of What’s Up, UX?! What they want to do next season and what they plan to do for their Hot Bod Summer. 

Thank you so much for listening to What’s Up, UX?! We will see you in Fall 2021 with the mask off!

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In today’s podcast, Ross and Jen interview Chief Product Designer: Matt DeSio! We asked him about his career journey. As well as what makes a good leader in an organization and any tips for new managers. If leadership is something you are interested in, check out this episode! It’s a real goody!

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In today’s podcast, Ross and Jen interviewed Michael Hain! We wanted to know what it takes to be a visual designer in today’s environment. Also, what it takes to be great! If you are interested in visual design, this is the podcast for you!

Designers who influenced Michael:

David Carson - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Carson_(graphic_designer)

Also, if you like to get in touch with Michael Hain or see his stuff, please look at the links below:

http://www.hainspace.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-hain-1987514/

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In today’s podcast, Jen interviews McKenna about her experience on trying to make a career change into UX however not successfully transition due to her UX boot camp experience. This episode is a buyer beware when choosing your UX boot camp. 

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In today’s podcast, Ross and Jen interview Joli, she is interested in UX and wants to transition her career in it. How she is planning to do it, when she is planning to do it and how long does she think it will take her to do it. Is she set up for success?

If you (dear listener) or someone you know is thinking or planning to make the career move into UX, this is the episode to listen to!

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Episode 16:  Do you really want to be a UX Designer?

In today’s podcast, Ross and Jen discuss if you (dear listener) really want to be a UX Designer? A topic inspired by the article written by Chris Kiess; Do you really want to be a UX designer?

In case you want to read Chris’ tips and self-evaluation here is the article:

https://uxdesign.cc/do-you-really-want-to-be-a-ux-designer-83a3c9399ffe

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In today’s podcast, Ross and Jen discuss about job scams! How Ross almost felt for one. Also, get some tips on what to be aware of before your next job interview, could they be scamming you? Remember to think twice before giving personal information (ie: SSN or Drivers License #) to a potential employer. Designers beware!

Some resources for website validation so you don’t get scammed!
https://www.godaddy.com/help/what-shows-in-the-whois-directory-330
https://lookup.icann.org/
https://www.ic3.gov/

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In today’s podcast, Ross and Jen discuss about design trends of 2021 and reflect on 2020.

Related articles discussed are:
 
https://uxplanet.org/2021-ui-ux-design-trends-and-how-to-make-them-work-for-you-49d8a04fb09b

https://www.breakfreegraphics.com/design-blog/a-guide-of-ui-design-trends-for-2021/

https://webflow.com/blog/web-design-trends-2021

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In today’s podcast, Ross and Jen interview Masters of Human Factors in Information Design candidate at Bentley Univerisity and YouTube Star: Derek Mei! From his point of view of getting a Master’s in UX. Why he is pursuing it, how does he manages his workload and what advice for those who might consider the worth of getting some higher education? 

You can contact Derek on his website: https://derekmei.com/

Or subscribe to his YouTube Channel: The Handoff (https://www.youtube.com/c/thehandoff)

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Happy New Year Everyone! 

In today’s podcast, Ross and Jen interview the executive career coach Mary Bourke. Founder of Bourke coaching. She explains her process and views of how she can help career transitioners or people who want to step up their career into leadership. 

You can contact her on her website at https://bourkecoaching.com/

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