UXR Minds Podcast

🎙 Co-Design in Context: Unlocking Opportunities Through Collective InnovationPart 3 with Amanda Jensen | UXR Minds PodcastIn this final installment of our series with multidisciplinary researcher, designer, and strategist Amanda Jensen, we dive deep into the power of co-design—and what it really takes to make it work in diverse, real-world contexts.Amanda shares insights from her uniquely varied career across tech, education, speculative design, film, AI, and social impact, unpacking how co-design can unlock unexpected opportunities and drive meaningful innovation when done with care and intention.We explore:🔹 What co-design actually looks like in practice🔹 Navigating power dynamics and creating inclusive spaces🔹 Balancing structure with creative emergence🔹 Why collective innovation is more relevant than everWhether you're new to co-design or a seasoned collaborator, this episode offers practical takeaways and inspiring perspective from someone who's led and mentored through it all.

We're back with this fascinating interview with Lena Kul- Lena is a seasoned design and UX research recruiter, formerly the lead at Miro, where she built a top design team in Europe by hiring product designers and UX researchers from the FAANG companies and other leading brands like Shopify, Booking.com, Spotify, and Zendesk. To deepen her expertise in the field, Lena spent a year as a UX researcher at Miro. She now runs /kuːl/, successful a boutique recruitment and job search advising agency that helps designers and UX researchers excel in their job searches and career transitions. Lena actively shares insights on LinkedIn and recently launched her Maven course, "Master Your Product Design and UX Research Job Search," helping over 60 professionals stand out in a competitive marketTo find out more about her course visit: Master Your Product Design and UX Research Job SearchPodcast Affiliates:🎉 Get 10% off your first month on UXTweak – the all-in-one UX research platform – with code DALE10

🔍 In Part 2 of Workshop 3, Amanda takes us deeper into what it truly means to be a user-obsessed organization — and how that mindset shapes your role, your team, and the entire product development process. If you're in UX or UXR, this one's a must-watch!👍 Like, 💬 comment, and 🔔 subscribe for more insights from the world of UX research. Don’t forget to share with your UX crew!

In Workshop 3, I invited Amanda Jensen to break down her experiences in UX Design and Research, which translate into her passion and methodology around co-design.She explains why it is so important to involve various stakeholders, engineers, product managers as well as users in the whole design process.Part 1 introduces this concept and sets the tone for the workshop.

In Part 2 of this monthly Espresso UXR series, Dale and Giulia discuss some alternative aspects of UXR - Super powers!What super power would you like as a UX Researcher? Invisibility? Mind reading? Discover Dale and Giulia's thoughts in this episode! They also check out how Giulia described UX Research to her Grandma in an exciting twist and they encourage you listeners to send in any questions you have for up coming discussions!

In this episode of UXR Minds, host Dale Husband welcomes Mary Hatch, UX Research Leader at Cisco with over a decade of experience shaping the field.Mary shares her remarkable career journey while unveiling the essential qualities that define successful UX researchers. She offers candid insights into navigating professional challenges, emphasizing how identifying weaknesses becomes a powerful catalyst for career advancement rather than a limitation.The conversation explores the critical role of communication in research effectiveness. Mary provides actionable strategies for positioning yourself within cross-functional teams and explains why understanding diverse communication styles—both with team members and stakeholders—directly impacts your research influence and organizational value.Whether you're new to UX research or looking to enhance your existing practice, Mary's practical wisdom offers a roadmap for professional growth through self-awareness, strategic communication, and continuous improvement.Connect with UXR Minds:Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uxr-minds/Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UXRMinds

In the concluding segment of Workshop 2, Theo shifts the spotlight to a critical yet often overlooked dimension of professional development: personal well-being. While job seekers frequently obsess over resumes, portfolios, and interview strategies, they frequently overlook the most essential asset in their career journey—themselves.Theo explores the dangers of professional tunnel vision, revealing how relentless career pursuits can gradually erode mental health. Drawing from personal experience, he shares vulnerable insights into the importance of self-care, demonstrating that professional success is intrinsically linked to personal resilience and emotional well-being. His approach goes beyond generic advice, offering practical strategies for maintaining psychological balance while navigating the often-demanding landscape of career growth.

In this fascinating episode, we sit down with Alex Knoll, co-founder of Condens, as he shares his entrepreneurial journey and the challenges he faced along the way. Alex opens up about the highs and lows of founding a company and the lessons he's learned through the process.We also dive deep into the current state of the UX Research field, exploring how it's evolving and the shifts happening within the industry. Alex provides valuable insights on how UX Researchers can adapt, grow, and position themselves for success as the field continues to transform.Whether you're a founder, a UX professional looking to navigate industry changes, or simply interested in the intersection of entrepreneurship and user experience, this conversation offers practical wisdom and forward-thinking perspectives you won't want to miss.🔔 Subscribe for more episodes featuring industry leaders and practical insights for UX professionals!#UXResearch #Entrepreneurship #ProductDevelopment #UserExperience #DesignThinking #CondensPlatform

Welcome to a new series on the UXR Minds Podcast! EspressoUXR is where co-hosts Giulia Tumminelli and Dale Husband (host of the UXR Minds Podcast) dive into the refreshingly positive side of UX Research.Feeling overwhelmed by the negativity in the UX field? You're not alone! This monthly series explores the lighter stories behind UX Research – from funny mishaps to uplifting news across the UXR community.In our debut episode, join Giulia and Dale as they share their personal journeys into UXR with plenty of laughs along the way!🎧 Topics include:Breaking through negativity in UX ResearchBehind-the-scenes stories from seasoned researchersCelebrating wins in the UXR communityHumorous research mishaps and lessons learned

In the midst of UX Research's ongoing transformation, Ned Dwyer, co-founder of Great Question, offers a refreshing perspective on the field's future. From his startup journey to founding a platform empowering UX researchers, Ned shares candid insights on navigating uncertainty, building resilience, and positioning yourself for success in an evolving industry.Discover how to thrive - not just survive - in the world of UX Research. A must-listen for professionals feeling overwhelmed by current debates and technological shifts.