

Honest UX Talks by Wix Studio
Anfisa Bogomolova & Ioana Teleanu
Honest weekly conversations about UX design career, challenges, portfolios, mental health, and all things UX. Ioana and Anfisa together have 20 years of experience in the UX field and trying to share their main lessons to help anyone transitioning to design overcome the fears.
Our weekly conversations are supported by Wix Studio, the web platform built for agencies and enterprises, and an amazing supporter of the design space.
https://www.wix.com/studio
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Our weekly conversations are supported by Wix Studio, the web platform built for agencies and enterprises, and an amazing supporter of the design space.
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Oct 7, 2025 • 21min
#154 Important Ideas from TED AI Vienna
Discover eye-opening insights from the TED AI Vienna conference! Learn how AI could widen inequality and its surprising persuasive power. Explore the impact of AI on critical thinking and the transformation of scientific research. Hear about innovative AI solutions for financial inclusion and citizen accountability. Dive into the advancements in AI learning efficiency and reflect on our collective responsibility in shaping AI's future. It's a stimulating discussion on the challenges and potentials of AI in our society!

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Oct 1, 2025 • 26min
#153 What I relearned from being a Product Manager
Anfi shares her surprising journey through the world of product management, revealing that real-life challenges often diverge from expectations. She emphasizes the crucial role of clear communication in keeping teams aligned. Anfi discusses the weight of responsibility and the importance of empathy when prioritizing tasks. Discover how she transformed her approach to documentation into a valuable design tool and learned to make quick decisions under pressure. Her insights on finding fulfillment in supporting others reshape her perspective on future work.

Sep 24, 2025 • 34min
#152 How to nail your portfolio one-liner
Anfi and Ioana discuss how to craft an effective one-liner for your portfolio.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode: • What exactly is a one-liner, and why is it important to focus on it?• What are the common pitfalls when crafting a one-liner?• What essential elements should a strong one-liner include?• What are some examples of good and bad one-liners?• How can you personalize your one-liner to reflect who you are, incorporating your past experiences and future aspirations?Check out these links:Join Anfi’s Job Search community. The community includes 3 courses, 12 live events and workshops, and a variety of templates to support you in your job search journey.Ioana's AI Goodies NewsletterIoana's Domestika course Create a Learning StrategyEnroll in Ioana's AI course "**AI-Powered UX Design: How to Elevate Your UX Career"** on Interaction Design Foundation with a 25% discount.Into UX design online course by Anfisa❓Next topic ideas:Submit your questions or feedback anonymously hereFollow us on Instagram to stay tuned for the next episodes.🗂 Our instagram👩💻 Anfisa’s instagram👩🏻💻 Ioana’s instagram

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Sep 17, 2025 • 17min
#151 Designers become curators: UX in the age of generative UI
AI is reshaping the design landscape, turning designers into curators of machine-generated content. The podcast discusses the emerging sameness in AI design outputs and what it means for creativity. Practical strategies are shared for breaking free from typical patterns, encouraging hands-on crafting and thoughtful curation. Listeners are invited to reflect on their fears and identities as technology evolves in the field of design.

Sep 9, 2025 • 35min
#150 What are design interviews really screening you for in 2025?
Anfi and Ioana discuss the essential qualities recruiters seek in designers, the growing importance of AI literacy, and strategies for confidently showcasing skills to succeed in interviews and thrive in the design industry of 2025.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode: • What qualities do recruiters universally look for during designer interviews? What's the most important trait they’re scanning for?• Do you think AI literacy is becoming a key factor in interviews? How can tools and AI skills influence hiring decisions?• What’s your best advice for landing a design job? How should someone present themselves in interviews—especially if they’re naturally soft-spoken? How can they demonstrate confidence and adaptability to thrive as a designer in 2025?Mentioned in this episode:Hang's website onlyfaangs.design Check out these links:Join Anfi’s Job Search community. The community includes 3 courses, 12 live events and workshops, and a variety of templates to support you in your job search journey.Ioana's AI Goodies NewsletterIoana's Domestika course Create a Learning StrategyEnroll in Ioana's AI course "**AI-Powered UX Design: How to Elevate Your UX Career"** on Interaction Design Foundation with a 25% discount.Into UX design online course by Anfisa❓Next topic ideas:Submit your questions or feedback anonymously hereFollow us on Instagram to stay tuned for the next episodes.🗂 Our instagram👩💻 Anfisa’s instagram👩🏻💻 Ioana’s instagram

Sep 3, 2025 • 23min
#149 Tech world has changed
A vibrant tech scene thrives in San Francisco, as experiences from the Adobe AI Summit reveal. The discussion highlights how AI is reshaping design, unlocking creativity, and presenting new opportunities. Concerns arise about the sustainability of massive tech infrastructures in a more decentralized work culture. Recruitment in the tech industry is becoming fiercely competitive, with companies eager for AI talent. The conversation emphasizes the importance of blending AI tools with traditional design principles to maintain quality in product development.

Aug 27, 2025 • 36min
#148 Lessons that shaped my design principles
Anfi shares the insights and experiences that have shaped her design principles.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio. Discover Wix Studio’s AI Code Assistant to streamline your workflow and boost efficiency.Check out these links:Join Anfi’s Job Search community. The community includes 3 courses, 12 live events and workshops, and a variety of templates to support you in your job search journey.Ioana's AI Goodies NewsletterIoana's Domestika course Create a Learning StrategyEnroll in Ioana's AI course "**AI-Powered UX Design: How to Elevate Your UX Career"** on Interaction Design Foundation with a 25% discount.Into UX design online course by Anfisa❓Next topic ideas:Submit your questions or feedback anonymously hereFollow us on Instagram to stay tuned for the next episodes.🗂 Our instagram👩💻 Anfisa’s instagram👩🏻💻 Ioana’s instagram

Aug 12, 2025 • 54min
#147 What designers really need to know about business w/ Ryan Rumsey
Ryan Rumsey, author of "Business Thinking for Designers" and a design leader, explains why designers must master business skills to thrive. He discusses how these skills benefit career sustainability and empower designers in corporate settings. Ryan shares insights on overcoming imposter syndrome, the importance of storytelling in portfolios, and how AI can positively shape the future of design. He advocates for junior designers to cultivate a balance between craft and business acumen while engaging in creative exploration beyond job constraints.

Aug 5, 2025 • 38min
#146 Does product design quality still matter in 2025?
Ioana and Anfi discuss what constitutes good design quality.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Marketplace.In this episode: • Is it still important to prioritize UX design and maintain high design quality?• How do some companies manage to succeed despite having poor design?• How would you define quality in the context of design?• Should designers always aim to work within a mature UX organization, or can design quality sometimes be secondary?• How do you define good design quality?Check out these links:Join Anfi’s Job Search community. The community includes 3 courses, 12 live events and workshops, and a variety of templates to support you in your job search journey.Ioana's AI Goodies NewsletterIoana's Domestika course Create a Learning StrategyEnroll in Ioana's AI course "**AI-Powered UX Design: How to Elevate Your UX Career"** on Interaction Design Foundation with a 25% discount.Into UX design online course by Anfisa❓Next topic ideas:Submit your questions or feedback anonymously hereFollow us on Instagram to stay tuned for the next episodes.🗂 Our instagram👩💻 Anfisa’s instagram👩🏻💻 Ioana’s instagram

Jul 29, 2025 • 40min
#145 The UX of Agentic AI w/Andrei Clodius
Andrei Clodius, Lead Product Designer at UiPath, dives into the innovative world of agentic AI, examining how these intelligent systems are reshaping our work. He highlights the key differences between designing for traditional UX and agentic AI, emphasizing the non-deterministic nature of these technologies. Andrei also discusses the importance of user engagement and iterative testing in AI development. Furthermore, he explores the evolving role of designers, advocating for a balance of intuition and structured learning to tackle future challenges in the AI landscape.