Best UX Studio Podcasts (2024)

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#9 Transforming Data into User Experience Gold with Serena Chan from Dovetail 30:39

2M ago30:39

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Send us a text Unlock the secrets of transforming user research into powerful customer insights with Serena Chan from Dovetail. "There's no better feeling than after you've shared out a research report and then, months later, a stakeholder comes back and references it and says, 'Oh, remember that cool research you did? Wow, this is really relevant …

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How Pocket Worlds is Empowering Players and Changing the Games Industry 29:06

3M ago29:06

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Building games is a challenge, but Pocket Worlds is taking a unique approach with their social platform Highrise. As CEO Anton Bernstein explains, the goal is to connect users through shared experiences. Rather than traditional models, Highrise focuses on rapidly iterating based on frequent and direct user feedback. Anton conducts weekly interviews…

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From Gamer to Creator: How Modding Inspired a Passion for Game Development and Team Building 33:07

3M ago33:07

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What games sparked a lifelong passion for development? For Zach Hooper, director of production at ProbablyMonsters, it was early PC titles like Morrowind and Wolfenstein that first drew him into gaming. As a kid modding those classic games, he discovered a knack for tinkering under the hood and learning development tools. That hands-on experience e…

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Building Worlds and Stories through Voice Acting & Directing 31:55

4M ago31:55

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Why has voice direction become more important in the games industry in recent years? There are many ways to get into voice direction, as the skills needed have only recently been recognized as a special job. Kirsty Gilmore's journey began with experience in theatre and sound engineering, leading to work at the BBC before realising voice direction i…

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Game Design isn’t just for Programmers - Narrative Lead explains how Writing is a Gateway for a Gaming Career 30:11

4M ago30:11

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How do you find your way into the fascinating world of narrative design for video games? As the Narrative Lead at Doborog, Geoffrey Golden has had an interesting journey to his current role. Geoffrey accidentally fell into game writing after starting his career in comedy writing. While he loved games as a child, programming proved a challenge, so w…

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Finding the Right Frequency: How to Tune into Audio Talent 30:20

4M ago30:20

30:20

How can you break into a career in game audio? Gav Shepherd, Co-CEO at Rev Rooms, details his unique path working in the games industry. He took an unconventional route to the industry, gaining experience in TV and movies, including major Disney releases, before moving into the gaming industry. He also discusses the complex process of localization …

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Balancing games industry hardship and hope in 2024 31:06

4M ago31:06

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What challenges did studios face when launching new games in 2023? James Batchelor is Editor-in-Chief at GamesIndustry.biz and reports on the games industry during this time of economic uncertainty. James faces a balancing act to tell the full story; on one hand, James has a duty to report on all of the studio closures and layoffs that many develop…

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The power of inspiration: how a LittleBigPlanet level creator became a Senior Environment Artist 20:43

5M ago20:43

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What does it take to break into the exciting world of video game development? Tanner is an environment artist at Squanch Games and his interest in working in the games industry started from being inspired by games like LittleBigPlanet in his youth to studying art in college and persevering through over 100 job applications. He shares key advice for…

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Why Networking is your Most Powerful Tool 25:06

5M ago25:06

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Why should you always be networking in the gaming industry? Mike's journey through the gaming industry is as compelling a reason as any. From his early days in engine development to navigating through roles in studios of various sizes, Mike emphasises the importance of networking. Even when securely employed, he stresses the significance of staying…

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#8 The Evolution of Design in the Age of AI with author Akshay Kore 38:55

5M ago38:55

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Send us a text The Evolution of Design in the Age of AI with Akshay Kore In the latest episode of our podcast, we delve into the evolving landscape of design where artificial intelligence (AI) intersects with UX. Our distinguished guest, Akshay Kore, who has previously worked for Microsoft and is now Design Lead at Suki AI, shares his wisdom and in…

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Crafting Award-Winning Experiences: the Nanoleq Story 20:51

5M ago20:51

20:51

Welcome to "Behind the Design: Client Stories," a series by Design Aloud. In this series, each episode takes you through our work with clients, sharing the key moments in real projects. We'll guide you from the first meeting to the final product, and reveal the problems we solve and what motivates our creative solutions. In this episode, András giv…

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Repair Technician to Studio Head - Forging Your Own Path in the Games Industry 28:18

5M ago28:18

28:18

How do you go from a repair technician to the studio head of your own gaming company? Francisco Bravo shares his fascinating career journey, starting from studying computer science and doing freelance repair work as a child, to working for various technology consulting firms throughout his education and early career. He discusses pivotal roles deve…

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How to Break Into the Games Industry Without AAA Experience 24:20

5M ago24:20

24:20

What does it take to break into the competitive gaming industry? Just ask Trevor Wernisch, UX Director at Unbroken Studios. With over 20 years of experience in visual design and interfaces, Trevor has seen his fair share of ups and downs. In our conversation, he shares how passion and perseverance helped him land that coveted first gaming job despi…

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Supporting Game Creators with Data Tools and Community Resources 24:36

6M ago24:36

24:36

How can gaming studios better support developers when working with new technologies? While gaming studios are increasingly investing in data analytics and security to gain insights from players and protect sensitive information, it's important that developers are also equipped with the skills and resources to leverage these new areas. Studios must …

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The Future of Blockchain Gaming and Immersive Education 30:06

6M ago30:06

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How will cryptocurrency and blockchain technology continue to evolve within the gaming industry over the next few years? The current focus for blockchain games is shifting away from crypto elements towards simply making high quality games. Where crypto is involved, the technology will likely become more seamlessly integrated in the background while…

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Design systems at a small scale. An UXfolio case study 56:50

6M ago56:50

56:50

In this episode, we have a conversation with Sanyi and Bene as they share their experiences developing a design system for UXfolio. UXfolio is an online portfolio editor catering to UX/UI and product designers. Listen in as our co-host, and design system expert, Gabor, helps unravels the story behind building a system for a small, dynamic team. Wha…

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Defying the Odds: Getting Hired Straight Out of College and Rising to Lead Major Projects 22:25

6M ago22:25

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Is it possible to get a gaming job straight out of college and still rise to lead major projects? David McDonough got his start by landing a job at Firaxis Games straight out of college, despite still having a semester left to complete. This opened the door to over a decade of experience working on major franchises, such as Civilization. Through pe…

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What opportunities and challenges exist for game development in Latin America? 27:12

6M ago27:12

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Bruno Ferrari, Creative Strategy Manager at Animus Game Studio believes there is a lot of potential for growth in the game development industry in Latin America, with many talented engineers and programmers in countries like Brazil, Argentina, and Colombia. However, high taxes imposed by some governments that treat gaming like gambling present an o…

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Alternative Ways to Start a Career in the Gaming Industry 23:58

7M ago23:58

23:58

Are you looking to break into the exciting world of game development? Then this insightful conversation with Phil Smith of Splash Damage is for you. A former colleague of Myke’s, Phil has experienced both success and challenges in the gaming industry, together they offer a candid look at their career journeys in recruitment. Phil talks about his tr…

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Building Skills for a Career in Game Audio 23:09

7M ago23:09

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How does a passion for music and games lead to a career directing audio in the industry? Matthew Pablo's journey shows just that, starting from a young age where the soundtrack of Final Fantasy VII inspired them to further their music education. While at first struggling to find work related specifically to composition after graduating, Matthew's d…

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Gaming Community Manager Provides Insights into Building a Community and Surviving the Layoffs 15:40

7M ago15:40

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How has the video game industry changed in the last few years? With many large studios laying off a lot of staff this is impacting workers and opening doors for independent developers. Layoffs at major studios are freeing up experienced talent to form new independent studios, while indie games are seeing rising success by delivering high-quality ti…

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How One of the Biggest Names in Gaming Hires its Staff 21:08

7M ago21:08

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Want to know how to break into the exciting world of game development? This episode provides a behind-the-scenes look at how one company went from a small startup to working with some of the biggest names in gaming. Jaymes Chapman shares his unconventional journey from professional athlete to head of talent for a major game developer. He discusses …

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Get a head start for your career in design with Dan Winer 1:07:46

7M ago1:07:46

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In this episode, we have an in-depth conversation with Dan Winer, who is currently a Head of Design at PandaDoc. Dan is an active member on LinkedIn with over 30k followers. With over 17 years of experience as a designer, he primarily assists others in their career growth by providing thoughtful, concise tips and tricks, whether related to tools or…

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Gaming Insider Industry Tales and Career Advice 25:33

8M ago25:33

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What colourful characters and captivating career tales will unfold in this gaming industry podcast? Rich Barham shares his journey bouncing between iconic developers like Blizzard and Bethesda. From early lucky breaks to later leadership lessons, Rich's story is sure to spark your curiosity about both the triumphs and tribulations of life in games.…

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How to Land Your Dream Gaming Job: Insider Advice from a Blizzard Recruiter 28:00

8M ago28:00

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Have you ever dreamed of working in the gaming industry but weren't sure how to make that dream a reality? Ted Oh shares his unique journey and valuable lessons learned over a decade of trying to break into the gaming industry and finally landing his dream role at Blizzard. Ted provides an inside look at the hiring process and offers candid recruit…

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Discovering the People Behind the Games 5:39

8M ago5:39

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Welcome to Game Logic where gaming industry expert Myke Parrott interviews top-class Gaming professionals from some of the world’s most respected Games Studios. These conversations unveil the business side of the gaming industry and reveal insights from some of the people who make the world’s best video games possible. This show discusses everythin…

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GameLogic: Behind the Games trailer 0:55

8M ago0:55

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Game Logic: Behind the Games is the podcast where gaming industry expert Myke Parrott interviews top-class Gaming professionals from some of the world’s most respected Games Studios. These conversations unveil the business side of the gaming industry and reveal insights from some of the people who make the world’s best video games possible. This sh…

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Urban Navigation Supercharged: The BudapestGO Story 57:26

8M ago57:26

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In this episode, we have a conversation with Viktor Eperjesy,, who is an Innovation Portfolio lead at Supercharge. With a background in Business administration, Management and Leadership, Viktor has immeasurable experience as a Business consultant, Product strategist and now an Innovation Portfolio Lead. He has worked with clients in the banking, i…

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UX, CX & Women in tech 48:25

9M ago48:25

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In this episode, We talk to an all-around design leader, Marilia Moita. She has an extensive background in Customer Experience and Telecommunications fields, with more than 15 years of experience working both as a designer and researcher, while also leading large teams. This episode was recorded when Marilia was still working with TalkDesk, and sin…

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#7 AI & UX - A conversation on how AI is enhancing Product User Experiences, with AI & UX (Why AI needs UX) author Gavin Lew 47:02

11M ago47:02

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Send us a text AI & UX (Why AI needs UX): A Conversation with Gavin Lew Have you ever wondered how artificial intelligence is transforming the world of user experience and product design? This episode engages in an insightful discourse with our distinguished guest, Gavin Lew, co-author of AI and UX: Why Artificial Intelligence Needs User Experience…

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#6 UX Thought Leadership with Mark Swaine - UX for Startups, SaaS UX, Deeper Personalised Experiences, Innovation Culture, and UX Trends 25:26

11M ago25:26

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Send us a text The Enigma of UX: Mark Swaine's Insight into Tech Transformation In this special episode, the tables are turned, and your host becomes the guest. Mark was recently featured on Dublin Tech Talks with Gavin Fox. Mark takes us on a thrilling journey from his early days in web design to consulting on interactive experiences for some of t…

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The power of Growth design: shaping products, people, and culture. 1:00:27

11M ago1:00:27

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Today, joining us is Kate Syuma, A growth advisor who worked previously as a head of growth design at Miro for over 6 years. She practises thought leadership and uses her diverse knowledge to mentor designers and leaders, as well as advise startups with Product-led growth, UX design, User research, leadership, hiring, and scaling their businesses. …

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Ep 129 Keynote: BeMore Festival 2023 - How to build a breakthrough career 56:26

1y ago56:26

56:26

My keynote about how to build a breakthrough career from the 2023 BeMore festival which is an annual epic 24-hour super conference bringing 100+ legendary speakers in Design, AI, Product & Career Growth. Elevate your future with live keynotes, networking and an experience that will empower and educate the community. SHOW NOTES: http://thecrazy1.com…

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Ep 128 Career: How to start your studio or freelance business 47:24

1y ago47:24

47:24

The last few months have seen more layoffs, more uncertain futures, and creative frustration, which has many people wondering if they should go out on their own. It could be as a freelancer, consultant, or starting their own business. But there are so many questions, uncertainty, and few answers. In this episode, we are going to look at the foundat…

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"How can we design for calmness?" 1:11:43

1y ago1:11:43

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Today, joining us in our podcast is Lisa Kleinman, A UX researcher, Design strategist and queen of customised emojis. She heads the Product design team at make.com. Make is the leading visual platform for anyone to design, build, and automate anything - from tasks and workflows to apps and systems - without coding.In this episode, we talk about - 1…

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#5 FlashBack - A rare and special conversation with Eric Jordan, 2Advanced Studios, covering the 2Advanced era, Erics career, web design, flash, and UX 41:09

1+ y ago41:09

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Send us a text Eric Jordan, the founder of 2Advanced Studios, takes listeners on a very special journey through the early days of Flash website design and how it influenced his approach to designing world-renowned immersive web experiences that created hysteria during the early-mid 2000s. Eric reflects on the rise of 2Advanced and the impact of the…

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EP.08 // How to facilitate more engaging workshops - tips and tricks 55:57

1+ y ago55:57

55:57

Pablo Laboreo is now a freelancer UX Researcher, who worked at UXStudio for almost 4 years before leaving the company last summer. During our conversation with him, you will find out more about what an agency environment as a UX researcher looked like before Covid and after it and also get some best practices from him on how to make a user testing …

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Biking in the EV Revolution with Aditya Oza (Co-Founder, EMotorad) 26:07

1+ y ago26:07

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Do you think bicycles aren't a sexy way to travel? Do we as a nation look down upon cycling to work? In the latest edition of Thoughcast by Onething, Divanshu sits down for an electric chat with Aditya Oza, the founder at EMotorad. The conversation uncovers Aditya’s journey of levitating the EV revolution in India, through his e-bike startup. The m…

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EP.07 // "Try out the right thing at the right time." 39:10

1+ y ago39:10

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Today’s guest is Tamás Virágh, who is a UX Researcher at UXstudio for 7.5 years now and is in the process of transitioning into being the Studio Lead. He will tell us more about how he got into this field and what background education he had before getting a job as a researcher. Tamás will talk about his experience of closely collaborating with des…

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EP.06 // How to stay accessible as a product designer? 49:44

1+ y ago49:44

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Anna Meszaros is an Accessibility Lead at GoTo. In this episode, she will tell more about her journey in the industry and how she became an Accessibility Lead. She will also give us a deeper insight of what are the common design elements that designers usually overlook when it comes to accessibility and also how to find the balance between art/crea…

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EP.05 // 'Death to the vanilla' 53:00

1+ y ago53:00

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In this episode, our guest is Kristian D'Arney. He is visual designer, art director and product designer. Kristian has 15+ years of agency and client-facing experience across multiple business sectors and creative disciplines. We will discuss: Past experience in the industry Shift from agency life to contracting Design process and way of working wi…

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#4 Stack Ranking & Prioritising UX Research Insights (feat. Daniel Kyne, CEO/Founder of OpinionX) 27:51

1+ y ago27:51

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Send us a text OpinionX: Unlocking the Power of Prioritizing with Daniel Kyne The co-founder and CEO of OpinionX, Daniel Kyne, talks about his research tool that helps product and design teams quickly stack rank customer priorities, making it easier for teams to make data-driven decisions and chase new opportunities. Learn how to use qual-quant wor…

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Journey of an NFT Artist 27:28

1+ y ago27:28

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On this edition of Thoughtcast by Onething, Divanshu gets into an artistic conversation with Sneha, a popular muralist turned NFT artist. When asked about her journey, she broke down every step she took to reach where she is today, from painting walls to painting the digital landscape. Well, creative people, especially traditional artists have a un…

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Ep 127 Career: How to navigate and succeed in the era of defensive employment 45:35

2y ago45:35

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We are in a time when most people have realized that they have to take on a lot more to have a successful career. But it can be tough to navigate and know what you need to do to be successful. In this episode, we will look at what has caused this new era of defensive employment, what it will mean for you and your leadership style, and what you need…

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Ep 126 Career: Understanding the 2022 job market, a shift is coming 49:39

2y ago49:39

49:39

The job market continues to evolve from a war for talent where people were getting multiple offers to rampant layoffs and tons of frustration. I think all of this will add up to a big change, and it is something I haven't seen in a while. It will create both opportunities and challenges for all of us. In this episode, we will talk about what is goi…

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EP.04 // Sooo! What is blockchain game design? 56:39

2y ago56:39

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In today’s episode we will have a discussion with our guest Shikhar Juyal, who is Blockchain Game Designer at Ubisoft. We are going to ask him about his experience in the industry, the differences between game and Ux design and how someone can differentiate the two roles. Additionally, we are going to talk about the work culture and day-to-day life…

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Ep 125 Value of Design P3: Showing the value and impact of design 36:57

2y ago36:57

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The third in a 3 part series where we will look at the steps you can take to help your team and company understand the value of design. In this episode, we will look at how to show the value of design through design reviews, set a different tone through feedback guidelines, and measure the impact through metrics and case studies. SHOW NOTES: http:/…

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Ep 124 Value of Design P2: Creating demand for design 35:18

2y ago35:18

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The second in a 3 part series where we will look at the steps you can take to help your team and company understand the value of design. In this episode, we will look at creating the demand for design by creating an effective plan and using three critical methodologies and approaches to help move your team to a more valued contributor to your compa…

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Ep 123 Value of Design P1: Understanding the power and stigma of the word 'Design' 35:15

2y ago35:15

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The first of a 3 part series where we will look at the steps you can take to help your team and company understand the value of design. In this episode, we will talk about how people can see design as a claim of ownership instead of a process, how we separate creativity from execution as the basis of knowing how to show the value of design, and how…

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Decoding the need for Enterprise UX with Venky (UX Lead, Onething) & Manik (Design Director, Onething) 24:38

2y ago24:38

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In this edition of Thoughtcast by Onething, Co-Founder & Design Director Manik is joined by UX Lead Venky, as they sit down to discuss one of the sleeper-gems of the design industry, enterprise UX design. The conversation opens with defining enterprise UX, and its unique space nestled somewhere between the worlds of B2B and B2C. The pair also clari…

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