

Episode 33: Mistakes I've made as a UXR - Part Two
Jun 12, 2023
The podcast discusses mistakes made as a user researcher and how they were turned into valuable lessons. They highlight the mistake of relying on participant responses to build features and suggest focusing on understanding the underlying problem instead. They also talk about the importance of flexibility in user research requests and embracing collaboration. Additionally, the podcast emphasizes the need for user researchers to be involved in teams and support them, as well as aligning their work with business goals. The speaker reflects on their mistakes, emphasizes learning from them, and shifting to a positive mindset.
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1 2 3 4 5 6
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Mistake of Asking Participants What They Want
02:26 • 5min
Embracing Flexibility in User Research Requests
07:44 • 16min
The Importance of Advocacy for Teams and the Business
23:41 • 2min
Shifting to a Business Mindset and Aligning Goals
25:52 • 2min
Learning from Mistakes and Shifting to a Positive Space
28:00 • 2min