UX researcher career – Q&A with Gregg Bernstein
Want to start a UX research career? Or, progress further? Gregg Bernstein, the author of the book “Research Practice”, shares tips for UX research job hunting and growing into the role of research manager.
Having impact as a UX researcher – Q&A with Gregg Bernstein
Gregg Bernstein, the author of the book “Research Practice”, shares advice and practical tips about how to have impact as a UX researcher.
Resources for a more inclusive UX research practice
Here’s a list of resources about inclusion. It is intended as a starting point for UX professionals who are willing to invest in a more inclusive UX research practice.
How to get into UX research – 5 tips for landing your first job
Trying to start a career in UX research? Check out these practical tips to help you successfully get into UX research and be hired.
Collaboration for the Win! When Research Democratization becomes an Insights Bonanza
Opening a new product in a new market raised lots of questions. We needed to find answers, fast. Cue the Insights Bonanza!
Journey First, Destination Second – Satisfying the UX Researcher’s Hunger for Change
How can we UX researchers work towards a higher purpose with sustained dedicated practice and a growth-mindset and persevering despite setbacks?
UXinsight Festival team Fails – Seven Stories of when we got it wrong! – part II
As you may know, the theme for our 2021 festival is “learning through failing”. While we’re confident we’re going to be able to deliver a perfect event for you, there have been plenty of times throughout our careers when we’ve messed up, done things wrong, and of course – forgotten we’re not on mute! Last
UXinsight Festival team Fails – Seven Stories of when we got it wrong! – part I
As you may know, the theme for our 2021 festival is “learning through failing”. While we’re confident we’re going to be able to deliver a perfect event for you, there have been plenty of times throughout our careers when we’ve messed up, done things wrong, and of course – forgotten we’re not on mute! In
Does UX Research have an image problem?
‘Do you still do UX research stuff?’ Maaike Mintjes is regularly confronted with a very narrow view of UX research, which seems to be based on two connected assumptions.
Stakeholders: controllers, trusters and challengers
Many of us struggle at times with how to get our business stakeholders onside. Taking into account what your stakeholders expect from you in your role is important. But what do they expect?
Progressing as a user researcher
Nikki identifies six skills that UX researchers need to grow. There are the typical areas of empathy, patience, and context-switching, but also the ability to delegate, or visualising impact. What else do we need to become an exceptional researcher?
What I will be reading this summer – besides the 7 parts of the Seven Sisters ;-)
What are the UXR books on your reading list? I have a shortlist of 4 books I hope to read this summer.
How to make your UX lab Corona-proof
Now that the measures in most countries are being relaxed, it is time to reopen your UX lab and meet your target audience in person again. But how do you facilitate safe research for everyone?
6 Podcasts & Youtube channels valuable to UX researchers
Combining the input of the UXR community and our own experience, we created an overview of UXR podcasts and other recordings we highly recommend.
Motivations, desires and needs – is it possible to observe them online?
Is it possible to obtain enough useful insights with remote research? How can you be sure you’re not missing out on depth and nuance? What are the pros and cons of online generative research?