The episode of the Career Strategy podcast features clips from a live Q+A with Sarah. On it, she answers questions about differences in job titles, having a say in product strategy, transitioning from internship to positions, and so much more!
01:01 What is the difference between a UX Designer and Product Designer?
03:58 Should UX designers have a say in the overall product strategy and decision making process?
05:11 UX designers should always be operating from a place of strategy
06:08 Tips or recommendations for getting UX consultant positions after a UX internship.
06:55 Try and expose yourself to many different types of products and many different types of industries.
08:53 UX jobs and other industries
11:17 Is UX strategy something that is marketable today?
15:17 Portfolio tips for people who are changing careers into user experience.
19:38 Is it a bad idea to try and market yourself as a UX researcher?
23:13 Just because you're seeing layoffs doesn't mean companies you've never heard of aren't hiring.
25:31 Are junior roles the best fit for someone transitioning into the world of UX from a design related field like architecture?
28:02 As a career changer, what would be the most important aspect that the employer will see on my portfolio?
28:53 A lot of projects that come outta bootcamps look the same and it's not your fault.
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