Career Strategy Podcast with Sarah Doody | UX, Product Design, UX Research 147: [Part 2/3: Diagnose Your UX Job Search] Are You An Invisible Genius In Your UX Career?
Nov 3, 2025
Feeling overlooked in your UX job search? You might be experiencing Invisible Genius Mode. Discover the four signs that signal this frustrating phase, and learn why it’s all about marketing yourself, not just your skills. Sarah introduces her 'Product of You' framework, emphasizing the importance of aligning your resume, portfolio, and LinkedIn to tell a consistent story. Get tips on enhancing your case studies to showcase your thinking and learn how to stand out to hiring teams.
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Careers Are Products
- Treat your career as a product with design, marketing, and sales components.
- Apply product thinking to clarify skills, increase visibility, and build relationships.
Why Skilled People Go Unnoticed
- Invisible genius means strong skills but poor visibility in hiring channels.
- You're not invisible from lack of skill but because your marketing materials fail to communicate them.
Fix No-Interview Syndrome
- If you feel qualified but get no interviews, revise your resume, portfolio, and LinkedIn.
- Tailor each to clearly communicate why you're a fit for the role you apply to.