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Mar 6

The mass tech layoffs are bad news for academics transitioning to UXR (but not all is lost)

It breaks my heart to say this, but now is not a good time for academics who want to go into user experience research. In 2022, I worked...

Feb 23

101 ways to get into UX research

Are you interested in becoming a UX researcher, but don’t know where to start? Luckily there is no shortage of useful, legit, and...

Jan 16

What the heck are “actionable insights” anyway? 3 UX researchers on business language for academics

I asked three UX researchers (and past clients) to share the biggest adjustment they experienced transitioning from academia into UX. I'm...

Nov 20, 2022

Tech layoff trends and resources, and what to do if it happens to you

As of November 20th, 2022, there have been a staggering 136,989 employees laid off from 849 tech companies since the start of the year....

Aug 1, 2022

[Event recording] More on UX research resumes & job search, an open Q&A hosted by UXRS

As a follow-up to the live research resume review I did in May, I sat down for an open Q&A session with Jen Blatz and Nicole Montemurro...

Jun 15, 2022

[Podcast] In which I chat about UX job searches with Laura Klein, host of What is Wrong with Hiring

I had quite the fun, no bullshit, little-bit-weird chat with the amazing Laura Klein on her new podcast, What is Wrong With Hiring. Laura...

Jun 9, 2022

[Event recording] Live UX Research Resume Feedback Session hosted by UXRS

On May 26th, I sat down for a live review of real UX research resumes submitted by the community for an event hosted by UXRS. We received...

Apr 11, 2022

[Upcoming event] Live Feedback Session for UX Research Resumes

Join me on May 26th, 2022 for a live UX research resume review and Q&A hosted by UX Research & Strategy! Event Details A resume is the...

Apr 4, 2022

Negotiation goes beyond your take home pay

What comes to mind when you think of negotiating a job offer? The number of dollars on your paycheck, of course! But there's more to your...

Nov 16, 2021

Global UX Compensation Transparency Project 💸

If you know me, you know I'm all about compensation transparency. 💰 🕵️ Why is this important? Because knowledge is power. Everyone...

Sep 20, 2021

[Event recording] 3 managers talk about how to approach interviews for advanced UXR practitioners

On September 15th, I had the pleasure and privilege to facilitate a panel discussion with three UX managers about the hiring process for...

Aug 23, 2021

Yes, UX researchers need a portfolio

"In general, portfolios aren’t required for UX research roles today." So concludes an article that I clicked on because of course I want...

Jul 12, 2021

Cover letters add a human dimension

Cover letters, love 'em or hate 'em. They're a contentious topic in the job seeking/hiring world, and there isn't a clear consensus on...

Jul 5, 2021

15 methods that do not work for getting a job in UX

There are many effective methods for getting your first UX role. I wrote about them here. It’s also important to be aware of what does...

Feb 5, 2021

[Event recording] Ask Amy anything about UX research careers with DeltaCX, hosted by Debbie Levitt

I spent time with UX’er extraordinaire Debbie Levitt to answer live audience questions about UX research and careers. The recording is...

Jan 29, 2019

Macro and micro networking, and the value of one-on-one conversations

Networking in all its forms has been one of the most important tools for developing my career. Professional events, conferences,...

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