#162 These skills will increase your salary in 2026
Honest UX Talks by Wix Studio
Speak business, not process
Advice to focus on outcomes, metrics, and business goals instead of only design process language.
Anfi and Ioana discuss the key factors that can directly influence your salary and increase your earning potential within your role.
This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.
• What are some less obvious skills crucial for promotion, like visibility and internal branding?
• Do you really need to want a promotion, and is it always worth pursuing?
• Additional subtle skills that can lead to getting promoted include mentoring juniors, leading workshops, advocating for good design with non-design team members, and demonstrating openness to AI while maintaining critical thinking.
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