
Honest UX Talks by Wix Studio
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.
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Latest episodes

Jul 15, 2025 • 54min
#143 Inclusive design w/Tej Kalianda
Anfisa and Tej discuss the principles of inclusive design, its impact on society, strategies for incorporating it into their workflow, and the significance of the recent EU Accessibility Act.In this episode: • What are some real-world examples of inclusive design in the age of AI?• What are the costs of not designing inclusively?• How can designers begin practicing inclusive design principles in their daily work?• How would you define inclusive design, and what does it mean to you?• What are some characteristics of bad or exclusive design, and how does it differ from inclusive design?• In what ways can designers ensure they don’t overlook certain user segments and create more inclusive experiences?• What strategies or practices can you implement to make your work more inclusive?• How can designers effectively test their designs for inclusivity before launching them publicly?This episode's guest: Tej Kalianda's LinkedInCheck 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 NewsletterEnroll in Ioana's AI course "**AI-Powered UX Design: How to Elevate Your UX Career"** on Interaction Design Foundation with a 25% discount.❓Next topic ideas:Submit your questions or feedback anonymously hereLinks:🎓 Into UX design online course by Anfisa🎓 Domestika course Create a Learning Strategy by Ioana🧡 Want to support us?Sign up here to get access to exclusive locked episodes for $0.99/moFollow us on Instagram to stay tuned for the next episodes.🗂 Our instagram👩💻 Anfisa’s instagram👩🏻💻 Ioana’s instagram

Jul 8, 2025 • 33min
#142 Building the portfolio in the age of AI
Anfi and Ioana discuss emerging portfolio trends in the age of AI and how to effectively use AI tools.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode: • In the age of AI, what portfolio trends are emerging, and how can designers leverage them today? What do you foresee for the portfolio landscape in 2025?• What tools do you recommend for visual storytelling, and what strategies can help build a compelling portfolio?• How can I automate and streamline my application process effectively?• With everyone using AI, how can I stand out and showcase my unique value?Tools mentioned in the episode: KinopioElevenLabsUnicorn StudioFloraFaunaN8NCheck 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 NewsletterEnroll in Ioana's AI course "**AI-Powered UX Design: How to Elevate Your UX Career"** on Interaction Design Foundation with a 25% discount.❓Next topic ideas:Submit your questions or feedback anonymously hereLinks:🎓 Into UX design online course by Anfisa🎓 Domestika course Create a Learning Strategy by Ioana🧡 Want to support us?Sign up here to get access to exclusive locked episodes for $0.99/moFollow us on Instagram to stay tuned for the next episodes.🗂 Our instagram👩💻 Anfisa’s instagram👩🏻💻 Ioana’s instagram

Jul 2, 2025 • 40min
#141 Designing Perplexity - The Builder's Guide to AI Design w/Henry Modisett
Ioana and Henry discuss working amidst ambiguity and with products that are constantly shape-shifting.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode: • Let’s talk about your time at Perplexity. How does it feel to create something that didn’t exist before? How did you make design decisions, and what did your work there look like?• What is the design team like at Perplexity? Did you hire designers with AI literacy?• How does working in a big corporation compare to a small startup, especially regarding learning opportunities?• Is design dying? Will it still exist in five years? How is the role changing, and will design as we know it today still be relevant?This episode's guest: Henry Modisett is Perplexity’s VP of Design. Before joining Perplexity as a founding designer, Henry worked for Google and Quora. His experiences in those companies gave him a unique perspective on information seeking, which perfectly prepared him for his work at Perplexity.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 NewsletterEnroll in Ioana's AI course "**AI-Powered UX Design: How to Elevate Your UX Career"** on Interaction Design Foundation with a 25% discount.❓Next topic ideas:Submit your questions or feedback anonymously hereLinks:🎓 Into UX design online course by Anfisa🎓 Domestika course Create a Learning Strategy by Ioana🧡 Want to support us?Sign up here to get access to exclusive locked episodes for $0.99/moFollow us on Instagram to stay tuned for the next episodes.🗂 Our instagram👩💻 Anfisa’s instagram👩🏻💻 Ioana’s instagram

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Jun 25, 2025 • 36min
#140 Designers Coding with AI - Inside Intercom’s AI x Design Revolution w/Caitlin Rich
Caitlin Rich, Group Design Manager at Intercom, shares her journey through the design world and how her team is integrating AI, specifically the Cursor tool, into their workflow. They discuss the cultural shift towards collaboration with engineers and the anticipated evolution of design roles with AI. Caitlin elaborates on the criteria for selecting AI tools, the importance of AI fluency in hiring, and how companies can effectively educate their staff about these technologies. The conversation highlights an exciting future where creativity and coding intersect.

Jun 18, 2025 • 45min
#139 Are designers best positioned for the age of AI?
Ioana and Anfisa discuss the future of design roles, the impact of AI on collaboration, and how professionals can adapt and thrive in the evolving tech landscape.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode: • Predictions for the future of design roles• How AI will shape collaboration with product managers and developers?• Why designers are well-positioned to thrive in the AI era?• How product managers and engineers are also set up for success in the future?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 NewsletterEnroll in Ioana's AI course "**AI-Powered UX Design: How to Elevate Your UX Career"** on Interaction Design Foundation with a 25% discount.❓Next topic ideas:Submit your questions or feedback anonymously hereLinks:🎓 Into UX design online course by Anfisa🎓 Domestika course Create a Learning Strategy by Ioana🧡 Want to support us?Sign up here to get access to exclusive locked episodes for $0.99/moFollow us on Instagram to stay tuned for the next episodes.🗂 Our instagram👩💻 Anfisa’s instagram👩🏻💻 Ioana’s instagram

Jun 12, 2025 • 52min
#138 Live Maven Session: "Transition to an AI Design Role: Skills + Strategy"
Ioana had a live Maven session where she shared insights on how AI is transforming design, the role of AI designers, and strategies to stay relevant in this evolving industry.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode: Slides from the episode• How has AI transformed the design industry?• What does AI-driven design truly entail?• What is an AI designer, and how does it differ from traditional design roles?• What new challenges arise when designing AI interactions?• What principles and processes should guide AI design?• How can designers stay relevant in the AI era?• How do AI designer job postings look like?• How did Ioana secure her role at Miro?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 NewsletterEnroll in Ioana's AI course "**AI-Powered UX Design: How to Elevate Your UX Career"** on Interaction Design Foundation with a 25% discount.❓Next topic ideas:Submit your questions or feedback anonymously hereLinks:🎓 Into UX design online course by Anfisa🎓 Domestika course Create a Learning Strategy by Ioana🧡 Want to support us?Sign up here to get access to exclusive locked episodes for $0.99/moFollow us on Instagram to stay tuned for the next episodes.🗂 Our instagram👩💻 Anfisa’s instagram👩🏻💻 Ioana’s instagram

May 28, 2025 • 46min
#137 Growth design in the age of AI w/Kate Syuma
Ioana and Kate delve into the world of growth design, exploring its impact on Miro’s success, the current role it plays within organizations, and how AI is shaping the future of product design roles.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode: • What is growth design?• How has growth design impacted Miro’s development and success?• What is the current state of the growth design role within organizations?• How do you envision the future of product design roles evolving, especially with the increasing integration of AI?This episode's guest: Kate Syuma's LinkedInGrowth mates websiteCheck 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 NewsletterEnroll in Ioana's AI course "**AI-Powered UX Design: How to Elevate Your UX Career"** on Interaction Design Foundation with a 25% discount.❓Next topic ideas:Submit your questions or feedback anonymously hereLinks:🎓 Into UX design online course by Anfisa🎓 Domestika course Create a Learning Strategy by Ioana🧡 Want to support us?Sign up here to get access to exclusive locked episodes for $0.99/moFollow us on Instagram to stay tuned for the next episodes.🗂 Our instagram👩💻 Anfisa’s instagram👩🏻💻 Ioana’s instagram

May 21, 2025 • 36min
#136 From corporate to creative freedom: The Lumo studio story
Ioana and Imogen from Lumo Studio delve into how to start your business in the design industry, cultivate a strong studio culture, and navigate the evolving landscape of creativity and entrepreneurship.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode: •What inspired your courage to start Lumo Studio?• How do you handle uncertainty and unpredictability?• How has working with family shaped your studio culture?• Can you share the story behind shaping your technology stack and how it supports your business?• How do you select your clients?• Is intuition enough when doing business?• What's your process for delivering a website?• How does generative AI impact your creative workflow?• What advice do you have for those starting their journey?Mentioned in this episode: LUMO is a brand strategy, identity & website design studio that turns your vision into a living, breathing brand you can be proud of.Lumo Studio websiteLumo Studio instagram Ohh-Nice websiteOhh-Nice instagramCheck 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 NewsletterEnroll in Ioana's AI course "**AI-Powered UX Design: How to Elevate Your UX Career"** on Interaction Design Foundation with a 25% discount.❓Next topic ideas:Submit your questions or feedback anonymously hereLinks:🎓 Into UX design online course by Anfisa🎓 Domestika course Create a Learning Strategy by Ioana🧡 Want to support us?Sign up here to get access to exclusive locked episodes for $0.99/moFollow us on Instagram to stay tuned for the next episodes.🗂 Our instagram👩💻 Anfisa’s instagram👩🏻💻 Ioana’s instagram

May 14, 2025 • 34min
#135 What should you do when you know you're underpaid?
Ioana and Anfisa discuss how to spot if you're underpaid, prepare for salary talks, and decide whether to stay or look for a new job.This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio.In this episode: • How do you know if you're underpaid, and what should you do about it?• How can you get ready for a salary negotiation chat?• When’s the right time to talk about changing jobs within your company, and when’s it better to start looking elsewhere?Mentioned in this episode: TeamBlindCandorCheck 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 NewsletterEnroll in Ioana's AI course "**AI-Powered UX Design: How to Elevate Your UX Career"** on Interaction Design Foundation with a 25% discount.❓Next topic ideas:Submit your questions or feedback anonymously hereLinks:🎓 Into UX design online course by Anfisa🎓 Domestika course Create a Learning Strategy by Ioana🧡 Want to support us?Sign up here to get access to exclusive locked episodes for $0.99/moFollow us on Instagram to stay tuned for the next episodes.🗂 Our instagram👩💻 Anfisa’s instagram👩🏻💻 Ioana’s instagram

May 7, 2025 • 32min
#134 How to run a successful creative agency w/Hannah Carver
Hannah Carver, founder of Carver, a boutique agency focused on branding and web development, shares her inspiring journey from freelancer to agency owner. She discusses the importance of asking the right questions to potential clients and her structured approach to starting new projects. Hannah emphasizes the roles essential for a successful agency and the impact of technology on workflow. Additionally, she offers valuable advice for aspiring web designers, highlighting the significance of client alignment and effective communication in fostering productive relationships.