#97 The Ultimate Gift Guide for UX Designers: Ideas for Creativity and Productivity

2024/12/19

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Patricia Reiners

@Patricia Reiners : 本期播客节目提供了一个为用户体验设计师挑选礼物的终极指南，涵盖了学习资源、工具和配件、创意和放松产品、科技产品、订阅服务、正念和健康产品、办公桌配件以及书籍等多个类别。节目中推荐的礼物旨在激发设计师的创造力，提高工作效率，并帮助他们保持身心平衡。例如，在学习资源方面，推荐了Google UX Design Certificate在线课程和一些设计相关的会议；在工具方面，推荐了Post-it干擦表面、Time Timer计时器和白板；在创意和放松方面，推荐了乐高建筑套装、水彩或丙烯颜料套装、数字绘画和陶艺课程；在科技产品方面，推荐了人体工学鼠标、iPad Pro、降噪耳机和高质量摄像头；在订阅服务方面，推荐了ChatGPT、Figma和Wix网站托管；在正念和健康方面，推荐了Headspace订阅和香薰扩香器；在办公桌配件方面，推荐了励志海报、个性化桌垫和笔筒；在书籍方面，推荐了《The Design of Everyday Things》、《Creative Confidence》和《A Brief History of Information Networks from the Stone Age to AI》等。这些礼物的选择考虑到了设计师的不同需求和偏好，旨在为他们提供实用、有益和充满创意的礼物选择。 Patricia Reiners: 本节目还强调了正念和身心健康的重要性，建议设计师们在忙碌的工作中保持平衡。推荐的Headspace订阅和香薰扩香器等产品，旨在帮助设计师们放松身心，缓解压力，提高工作效率。此外，节目中还提到了书籍的重要性，推荐了一些经典的设计书籍和一些更具启发性的书籍，帮助设计师们拓展视野，提升创造力。总而言之，本节目提供的礼物指南旨在帮助听众为用户体验设计师挑选到合适的礼物，并帮助他们更好地理解设计师的需求和偏好，从而更好地支持他们的工作和生活。

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Key Insights

What are some educational resources for UX designers to stay updated with trends?

The Google UX Design Certificate offers a comprehensive online course covering UX fundamentals. SmashingConf tickets provide networking and learning opportunities, while AI for Designers is a self-paced course focusing on AI's impact on design.

Why are tools like Post-it Dry Erase Surface and Time Timer beneficial for UX designers?

Post-it Dry Erase Surface turns any surface into a reusable brainstorming canvas, ideal for sketching workflows. The Time Timer helps with focused work and workshop timing, enhancing productivity and time management.

How can creativity and relaxation be integrated into a UX designer's workspace?

Activities like building LEGO Architecture Sets, using watercolor or acrylic sets, and participating in pottery classes can balance digital work with hands-on creativity. Painting by numbers also offers a meditative creative outlet.

What typography and design trend resources are recommended for UX designers?

Typodarium 2025 provides daily typography inspiration, while the Gradient Calendar by Luzia Hein offers a minimalistic, color-gradient design, both enhancing visual creativity and workspace aesthetics.

What tech gifts can improve a UX designer's productivity?

Ergonomic mice like the Logitech MX Master 3, Apple iPad Pro with Apple Pencil, noise-canceling headphones, and high-quality cameras can enhance productivity and comfort in a designer's workflow.

Why are subscriptions like Headspace and ChatGPT valuable for UX designers?

Headspace offers mindfulness and stress relief through guided meditations, helping designers maintain balance. A ChatGPT subscription provides AI tools that can assist with design tasks and staying updated on AI trends.

What desk accessories can enhance a UX designer's workspace?

Inspirational desk posters and personalized desk pads can add a creative touch, while functional items like pencil holders can keep the workspace organized and stylish.

What are some recommended books for UX designers beyond design literature?

Books like 'Creative Confidence' by Tom Kelley focus on unlocking creative potential, while 'A Brief History of Information Networks from the Stone Age to AI' offers inspirational insights into the evolution of technology and networks.

Chapters

This chapter explores educational resources to enhance UX design skills. It suggests the Google UX Design Certificate, conference tickets (like SmashingConf), and the AI for Designers self-paced course.

Google UX Design Certificate
Conference tickets (SmashingConf, UX Prompt)
AI for Designers self-paced course

Shownotes Transcript

Struggling to find the perfect gift for the UX designer in your life? In this episode of the Future of UX podcast, I’ll guide you through a curated list of thoughtful, practical, and inspiring gifts that are sure to spark creativity and productivity. From tools like Time Timer and Post-it Dry Erase Surfaces to inspiring books like "The Design of Everyday Things", there’s something for every kind of designer.

We’ll also explore unique ideas like LEGO Architecture Sets, AI subscriptions, and wellness gifts like Headspace. Whether you’re shopping for a loved one or treating yourself, this episode is your ultimate guide to UX designer-friendly gifts for 2024.

Category 1: Education & Learning

Google UX Design Certificate: A comprehensive online course that covers the fundamentals of UX.
SmashingConf Tickets: SmashingConf is one of the top conferences for designers and developers. It’s a great way to network, learn about the latest trends, and leave inspired. Link to SmashingConf , ux prompt
AI for Designers (Self-Learn Version): Dive into how artificial intelligence is reshaping the design world with this compact, self-paced course. Perfect for staying ahead of the curve. Sign up for the waitinglist here

Category 2: Tools & Gadgets

Post-it Dry Erase Surface: Turn any surface into a reusable brainstorming canvas. It’s perfect for sketching workflows or jotting down quick ideas. Link to Post-it
Time Timer
Whiteboard

Category 3: Creativity & Relaxation

LEGO Architecture Sets Link to LEGO
Aquarellfarben (Watercolor Set)
Painting by Numbers

Category 4: Typography & Design Trends

Typodarium 2025: A daily dose of typography inspiration curated by global designers. Link to buy
Gradient Calendar by Luzia Hein: Brighten any space with vibrant color gradients and functional design. Link toshop

Category 5: Tech Gifts

Logitech MX Master 3 Mouse: An ergonomic mouse designed for productivity. Link to Logitech
Apple iPad Pro + Apple Pencil
Noise-Canceling Headphones
A High-Quality Camera

Category 6: Subscriptions

Yearly ChatGPT Subscription
Figma Subscription
Website Hosting (e.g., Wix):

Category 7: Mindfulness & Wellness

Headspace Subscription: Link to Headspace
Customizable Aromatherapy Diffuser: Link to Amazon

Category 8: Desk Accessories

Inspirational Desk Posters: Motivational quotes or UX principles for a creative touch. Etsy Search
Personalized Desk Pad: . Link to Lucrin
Nice mugs e.g.: Link

Category 9: Books & Resources

"The Design of Everyday Things" by Don Norman: A Link to Amazon
"Creative Confidence" by Tom Kelley: Unlock your creative potential. Link to Amazon
"A Brief History of Information Networks from the Stone Age to AI": Discover the fascinating evolution of networks. Link to buy

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