Stefan Barac | Making accessibility a standard | #51

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Understanding the Elegant Math Behind Modern Machine Learning 1:14:43

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Artificial intelligence is evolving at an unprecedented pace—what does that mean for the future of technology, venture capital, business, and even our understanding of ourselves? Award-winning journalist and writer Anil Ananthaswamy joins us for our latest episode to discuss his latest book Why Machines Learn: The Elegant Math Behind Modern AI . Anil helps us explore the journey and many breakthroughs that have propelled machine learning from simple perceptrons to the sophisticated algorithms shaping today’s AI revolution, powering GPT and other models. The discussion aims to demystify some of the underlying mathematical concepts that power modern machine learning, to help everyone grasp this technology impacting our lives–even if your last math class was in high school. Anil walks us through the power of scaling laws, the shift from training to inference optimization, and the debate among AI’s pioneers about the road to AGI—should we be concerned, or are we still missing key pieces of the puzzle? The conversation also delves into AI’s philosophical implications—could understanding how machines learn help us better understand ourselves? And what challenges remain before AI systems can truly operate with agency? If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe and leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform. Sign up for our newsletter at techsurgepodcast.com for exclusive insights and updates on upcoming TechSurge Live Summits. Links: Read Why Machines Learn, Anil’s latest book on the math behind AI https://www.amazon.com/Why-Machines-Learn-Elegant-Behind/dp/0593185749 Learn more about Anil Ananthaswamy’s work and writing https://anilananthaswamy.com/ Watch Anil Ananthaswamy’s TED Talk on AI and intelligence https://www.ted.com/speakers/anil_ananthaswamy Discover the MIT Knight Science Journalism Fellowship that shaped Anil’s AI research https://ksj.mit.edu/ Understand the Perceptron, the foundation of neural networks https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perceptron Read about the Perceptron Convergence Theorem and its significance https://www.nature.com/articles/323533a0…

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Stefan shares personal stories and practical approaches to accessibility, discussing how inclusive design can create better products and experiences for everyone.

👉 If you have any tips on fantastic speakers from across the globe, feedback, or any questions, we’d love to hear from you too. Reach out to geekspodcast@uxtweak.com.

🔎 Do you want to know more? Check out this episode at:

https://www.uxtweak.com/podcast/stefan-barac-accessibility/

Episode highlights

00:02:07 – Stefan’s personal journey with accessibility
00:19:28 – Examples of accessibility challenges in manufacturing
00:28:20 – Medication and temporary disabilities in accessibility
00:32:14 – Testing as the key to accessible design
00:33:46 – Where to follow Stefan’s journey

About our guest

Stefan is an expert in designing accessible technology and creating ergonomic products that are both practical and usable for diverse audiences. He leads large-scale projects across various industries, including transportation, city planning, medical technology, and manufacturing.

As the cofounder of incluthon.com, Stefan focuses on connecting accessibility experts with businesses, helping them understand accessibility needs and empowering them to create inclusive solutions.

He emphasizes the importance of involving the audience in the creation process, stating: "Include people with disabilities in your product teams!"

Stefan’s vision is to use accessibility as a jump-off point for product innovations beyond the visual level.

🔎 Where to follow Stefan

👉 Did you know that UXtweak also offers a series of webinars packed with practical knowledge for UX professionals? Check out the episode with Kevin Liang, where he talks about driving strategy in reactive environments.

About this podcast:

Welcome to UX Research Geeks, where Tina Ličková, a researcher and strategist, talks with researchers from around the globe about topics that matter to them.

🐝 Brought to you by UXtweak, an all-in-one UX research software. Start your research for free at: https://www.uxtweak.com/ 👈

🐝 Where to follow UXtweak:

LinkedIn / Instagram / YouTube / Facebook / Twitter

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Stefan Barac | Making accessibility a standard | #51

UX Research Geeks

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published منذ عام واحد

MP3•منزل الحلقة

Stefan shares personal stories and practical approaches to accessibility, discussing how inclusive design can create better products and experiences for everyone.

👉 If you have any tips on fantastic speakers from across the globe, feedback, or any questions, we’d love to hear from you too. Reach out to geekspodcast@uxtweak.com.

🔎 Do you want to know more? Check out this episode at:

https://www.uxtweak.com/podcast/stefan-barac-accessibility/

Episode highlights

00:02:07 – Stefan’s personal journey with accessibility
00:19:28 – Examples of accessibility challenges in manufacturing
00:28:20 – Medication and temporary disabilities in accessibility
00:32:14 – Testing as the key to accessible design
00:33:46 – Where to follow Stefan’s journey

About our guest

As the cofounder of incluthon.com, Stefan focuses on connecting accessibility experts with businesses, helping them understand accessibility needs and empowering them to create inclusive solutions.

He emphasizes the importance of involving the audience in the creation process, stating: "Include people with disabilities in your product teams!"

Stefan’s vision is to use accessibility as a jump-off point for product innovations beyond the visual level.

🔎 Where to follow Stefan

About this podcast:

Welcome to UX Research Geeks, where Tina Ličková, a researcher and strategist, talks with researchers from around the globe about topics that matter to them.

🐝 Brought to you by UXtweak, an all-in-one UX research software. Start your research for free at: https://www.uxtweak.com/ 👈

🐝 Where to follow UXtweak:

LinkedIn / Instagram / YouTube / Facebook / Twitter

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SPECIAL: Oghenetejiri Agbodoroba | Women in Design | #54 26:38

منذ 6 أيام26:38

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In this special International Women’s Day episode, we talk with Tejiri Agbodoroba, a Nigerian UX designer, about her journey into tech, the challenges women face, and the impact of mentorship. She shares how community support shaped her career and why empathy from men matters. 👉 If you have any tips on fantastic speakers from across the globe, feedback, or any questions, we’d love to hear from you too. Reach out to geekspodcast@uxtweak.com 🔎 Do you want to know more? Check out this episode at: https://www.uxtweak.com/podcast/oghenetejiri-agbodoroba-women-in-design/ Episode highlights 00:04:42 – Challenges of being a female designer in Nigeria 00:07:09 – The importance of mentors and role models 00:15:39 – Barriers women face in tech 00:24:03 – Empathy as the key for men to support women in tech 00:25:25 – Where to follow Tejiri About our guest Tejiri Tejiri is a product designer using research and user experience design to build products at scale. Her background is in computer engineering and she transitioned into design after taking up a graphic design role at a non-profit organization. Her overarching goal is to consistently gain depth in interactive technology and explore how interactive components can enhance relationships with people, products, and services in an increasingly digital future. She thrives in fostering and nurturing developer communities. Currently, she serves as a Google Developer Group Warri Organizer and the Ambassador for the Women TechMakers in Warri, Delta State, Nigeria. These developer communities are inspiring as many people as possible to embrace technology as the new literacy. Her goal is to be in the forefront of advancing tech talents in Africa, empowering communities and driving transformational change in the tech sector through mentoring and workshop facilitation. 🔎 Where to follow Tejiri LinkedIn / Instagram 👉 Did you know that UXtweak also offers a series of webinars packed with practical knowledge for UX professionals? Check out the episode with Kevin Liang , where he talks about driving strategy in reactive environments. About this podcast: Welcome to UX Research Geeks, where Tina Ličková, a researcher and strategist, talks with researchers from around the globe about topics that matter to them. 🐝 Brought to you by UXtweak, an all-in-one UX research software. Start your research for free at: https://www.uxtweak.com/ 👈 🐝 Where to follow UXtweak: LinkedIn / Instagram / YouTube / Facebook / Twitter…

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Gloria Osardu | Turning research into impact | #53 33:55

منذ 25 يومًا33:55

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Gloria discusses the role of UX research in organizations, emphasizing how researchers communicate their impact. She shares insights on aligning research with business goals, collaborating with stakeholders, and scaling research efforts. She also touches on the challenges researchers face, from proving their value to navigating company structures, and offers practical advice on making research a key part of decision-making. 👉 If you have any tips on fantastic speakers from across the globe, feedback, or any questions, we’d love to hear from you too. Reach out to geekspodcast@uxtweak.com 🔎 Do you want to know more? Check out this episode at: https://www.uxtweak.com/podcast/gloria-osardu-turning-research-into-impact/ Episode highlights 00:01:40 - 4 moments that shaped Gloria’s perspective on research 00:09:40 - Measuring UX research impact 00:19:27 - The role of researchers in decision-making 00:24:23 - Communicating research impact as a team of one 00:30:18 - Book recommendations for researchers and leaders 00:32:27 - Where to follow Gloria Osardu About our guest Gloria Gloria Osardu, Ph.D., is a research and insights business executive who started out as a computer scientist before diving into the world of research and insights; how people interact with technology. Today, she heads Global UX Research at Yahoo Inc., guiding Product, Design, and Brand/Marketing teams to turn insights into action. Before Yahoo, she led global research teams across Gen AI, SaaS, Education, Supply Chain, Finance/Fintech, Payroll, and Federal Government Contracting. She focuses on ethical, accessible research and believes durable insights in a world of big data and AI are key to de-risking business and customer experience decisions. 🔎 Where to follow Gloria LinkedIn / Instagram / X 👉 Did you know that UXtweak also offers a series of webinars packed with practical knowledge for UX professionals? Check out the episode with Kevin Liang , where he talks about driving strategy in reactive environments: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HZVm112Io4k&list=PLHN9Xnxn7kezRonCw0uACirsurAYEGhNA&index=9&ab_channel=UXtweak About this podcast: Welcome to UX Research Geeks, where Tina Ličková, a researcher and strategist, talks with researchers from around the globe about topics that matter to them. 🐝 Brought to you by UXtweak, an all-in-one UX research software. Start your research for free at: https://www.uxtweak.com/ 👈 🐝 Where to follow UXtweak: LinkedIn / Instagram / YouTube / Facebook / Twitter 🐝 Where to Follow UXtweak: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/uxtweak/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/uxtweak/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@uxtweak Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/uxtweak/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/UXtweak…

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Satyam Kantamneni | Bringing research to the C-suite | #52 30:28

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Satyam talks about the role of research in organizations, focusing on its connection to leadership and business goals. He explains how researchers can align their work with business needs, share findings effectively, and position research as a key part of decision-making. 👉 Join Tina on February 5th for a live webinar where she shares her biggest takeaways from interviewing 50 researchers around the globe. She’ll reveal behind-the-scenes stories about how the podcast started, how guests and topics are selected, and give a sneak peek into what’s coming in 2025. 👉 Don’t miss it - sign up now! https://www.meetup.com/ux-research-meetups/events/305513708/?eventOrigin=group_upcoming_events Episode highlights 00:01:12 – Satyam’s journey into design and research 00:04:12 – Who owns research in companies? 00:07:10 – Why research belongs near leadership 00:13:31 – Explaining the need for research to clients 00:20:19 – Connecting research to business goals 00:27:26 – Insights from Satyam’s book About our guest Satyam is a leader in experience design, co-founder of UXReactor, and creator of the PragmaticUX framework. Before founding UXReactor, Satyam led design teams at Citrix and PayPal, focusing on making design part of business strategy. An alumnus of Harvard Business School and Stanford’s Design Thinking program, he is dedicated to showing that great UX isn’t just about better products - it drives innovation across organizations. 🔎 Where to follow Satyam 👉 If you have any tips on fantastic speakers from across the globe, feedback, or any questions, we’d love to hear from you too. Reach out to geekspodcast@uxtweak.com 👉 Did you know that UXtweak also offers a series of webinars packed with practical knowledge for UX professionals? Check out the episode with Kevin Liang , where he talks about driving strategy in reactive environments: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HZVm112Io4k&list=PLHN9Xnxn7kezRonCw0uACirsurAYEGhNA&index=9&ab_channel=UXtweak About this podcast: Welcome to UX Research Geeks, where Tina Ličková, a researcher and strategist, talks with researchers from around the globe about topics that matter to them. 🐝 Brought to you by UXtweak, an all-in-one UX research software. Start your research for free at: https://www.uxtweak.com/ 👈 🐝 Where to follow UXtweak: LinkedIn / Instagram / YouTube / Facebook / Twitter…

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Stefan Barac | Making accessibility a standard | #51 35:01

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Stefan shares personal stories and practical approaches to accessibility, discussing how inclusive design can create better products and experiences for everyone. 👉 If you have any tips on fantastic speakers from across the globe, feedback, or any questions, we’d love to hear from you too. Reach out to geekspodcast@uxtweak.com. 🔎 Do you want to know more? Check out this episode at: https://www.uxtweak.com/podcast/stefan-barac-accessibility/ Episode highlights 00:02:07 – Stefan’s personal journey with accessibility 00:19:28 – Examples of accessibility challenges in manufacturing 00:28:20 – Medication and temporary disabilities in accessibility 00:32:14 – Testing as the key to accessible design 00:33:46 – Where to follow Stefan’s journey About our guest Stefan is an expert in designing accessible technology and creating ergonomic products that are both practical and usable for diverse audiences. He leads large-scale projects across various industries, including transportation, city planning, medical technology, and manufacturing. As the cofounder of incluthon.com , Stefan focuses on connecting accessibility experts with businesses, helping them understand accessibility needs and empowering them to create inclusive solutions. He emphasizes the importance of involving the audience in the creation process, stating: "Include people with disabilities in your product teams!" Stefan’s vision is to use accessibility as a jump-off point for product innovations beyond the visual level. 🔎 Where to follow Stefan LinkedIn 👉 Did you know that UXtweak also offers a series of webinars packed with practical knowledge for UX professionals? Check out the episode with Kevin Liang , where he talks about driving strategy in reactive environments. About this podcast: Welcome to UX Research Geeks, where Tina Ličková, a researcher and strategist, talks with researchers from around the globe about topics that matter to them. 🐝 Brought to you by UXtweak, an all-in-one UX research software. Start your research for free at: https://www.uxtweak.com/ 👈 🐝 Where to follow UXtweak: LinkedIn / Instagram / YouTube / Facebook / Twitter…

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Mariana Salgado | Value of a designer in designing for participation | #50 33:10

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Mariana discusses her work in participatory design, focusing on immigration policies and public services in Finland. She shares how designers can improve public policy creation, support inclusive dialogues, and turn data into practical outcomes. 👉 If you have any tips on fantastic speakers from across the globe, feedback, or any questions, we’d love to hear from you too. Reach out to geekspodcast@uxtweak.com 🔎 Do you want to know more? Check out this episode at: https://www.uxtweak.com/podcast/mariana-salgado-designing-for-participation/ Episode highlights 00:02:30 – Mariana’s move to Finland 00:05:11 – Using participatory design in Helsinki’s urban development 00:10:45 – Designers’ role in shaping public policies 00:20:28 – Participatory design in public services About our guest Mariana Salgado Mariana Salgado is a senior designer and researcher specializing in service and interaction design with a focus on participatory methods. She produces and hosts Diseño y Diáspora , a podcast on design for social change in Spanish, Portuguese, and English, with 570 episodes and 6,000 monthly listeners, making it the most popular design podcast in Latin America. Currently, Mariana works as a service designer at ICOS ERIC, contributing to the EU project IRISCC. Her career includes leading Inland Design, a Finnish innovation lab for immigration services, and collaborating on cultural heritage, global health, and participatory projects with diverse communities. Mariana has also worked as a researcher, lecturer, and co-founder of a design studio. 🔎 Where to follow Mariana LinkedIn / Podcast 👉 Did you know that UXtweak also offers a series of webinars packed with practical knowledge for UX professionals? Check out the episode with Kevin Liang , where he talks about driving strategy in reactive environments. About this podcast: Welcome to UX Research Geeks, where Tina Ličková, a researcher and strategist, talks with researchers from around the globe about topics that matter to them. 🐝 Brought to you by UXtweak, an all-in-one UX research software. Start your research for free at: https://www.uxtweak.com/ 👈 🐝 Where to follow UXtweak: LinkedIn / Instagram / YouTube / Facebook / Twitter…

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Chloe Sharp | Making products that matter | #49 23:59

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Chloe Sharp shares how research supports innovation, focusing on connecting with stakeholders, measuring ROI, and aligning research with business objectives. She discusses her experiences in helping companies make informed decisions and develop products that meet user needs while balancing creativity and business strategy. 👉 If you have any tips on fantastic speakers from across the globe, feedback, or any questions, we’d love to hear from you too. Reach out to geekspodcast@uxtweak.com 🔎 Do you want to know more? Check out this episode at: https://www.uxtweak.com/podcast/chloe-sharp-making-products-that-matter/ Episode highlights 00:01:27 – Chloe Sharp’s diverse research background 00:05:00 – Explaining the value of research to skeptical stakeholders 00:12:14 – Finding opportunities for innovation through research 00:17:08 – Presenting insights in ways that drive action 00:21:12 – Advice for researchers exploring project management roles About our guest Chloe Sharp Dr Chloe Sharp has built her career around research and innovation. She began as a Research Fellow before transitioning to the commercial sector as a Social Researcher at a UK Catapult. She later joined an AI startup, focusing on user and market research, and co-founded a research and grant writing consultancy, helping charities, startups, and scale-ups develop products. After exiting the consultancy, Chloe worked in the finance sector as a Product Manager, gaining new perspectives on research. Her experiences inspired her book, Make Products That Matter, a practical guide to creating user-focused products. She now runs Sharp Insight, an innovation consultancy focusing on bringing ideas to reality and navigating change and uncertainty in the process. 🔎 Where to follow Chloe LinkedIn / Website About this podcast: Welcome to UX Research Geeks, where Tina Ličková, a researcher and strategist, talks with researchers from around the globe about topics that matter to them. 🐝 Brought to you by UXtweak, an all-in-one UX research software. Start your research for free at: https://www.uxtweak.com/ 👈 🐝 Where to Follow UXtweak: LinkedIn / Instagram / YouTube / Facebook / Twitter…

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Kelly Jura | How user research shaped a brand: a case study | #48 30:16

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Kelly discusses the rebranding of Screencast-O-Matic to ScreenPal, focusing on the research and user feedback that drove the change. She explains the challenges of aligning brand perception with user needs and managing a global market transition effectively. 👉 If you have any tips on fantastic speakers from across the globe, feedback, or any questions, we’d love to hear from you too. Reach out to geekspodcast@uxtweak.com 🔎 Do you want to know more? Check out this episode at: https://www.uxtweak.com/podcast/kelly-jura-user-research-rebranding/ Episode highlights 00:01:42 – Combining brand and user experience roles at ScreenPal 00:12:53 – Methods used to validate and select new brand name 00:18:40 – Data-driven rebranding decisions 00:21:07 – Communicating the benefits and value of rebranding to leadership About our guest Kelly Jura Kelly Jura is a design leader who is driven by the ways that people interact with ideas. Throughout her career, she leverages her deep understanding of brand and behavior, gaining patents, accolades and widespread public acclaim on the way. 🔎 Where to follow Kelly LinkedIn / Website About this podcast: Welcome to UX Research Geeks, where Tina Ličková, a researcher and strategist, talks with researchers from around the globe about topics that matter to them. 🐝 Brought to you by UXtweak, an all-in-one UX research software. Start your research for free at: https://www.uxtweak.com/ 👈 🐝 Where to Follow UXtweak: LinkedIn / Instagram / YouTube / Facebook / Twitter…

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Kate Towsey | Scaling Research Ops | #47 34:23

منذ 17 weeks34:23

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Kate explores scaling research within organizations, building effective infrastructure, and crafting strategies for solo or small teams. She also touches on her book, Research That Scales, and offers insights on drawing inspiration from fields like librarianship and systems thinking. 👉 If you have any tips on fantastic speakers from across the globe, feedback, or any questions, we’d love to hear from you too. Reach out to geekspodcast@uxtweak.com 🔎 Do you want to know more? Check out this episode at: https://www.uxtweak.com/podcast/kate-towsey-scaling-research-ops/ Episode highlights 00:01:38 – Recent release of Research That Scales 00:02:56 – What inspired Kate to write a book on research operations 00:11:14 – Research operations as infrastructure 00:14:12 – Addressing the unique needs of large, complex research teams 00:20:51 – Strategy tips for a team of one 00:29:40 – Finding inspiration for research ops outside the UX field About our guest Kate Towsey Kate Towsey is an independent advisor, coach, and educator. For more than a decade, she has been at the forefront of ResearchOps. The inventor of the widely used acronym PWDR (pau·duh) for “people who do research,” Kate also wrote some of the earliest blog posts about setting up research operations, founded the ResearchOps Community, and launched the #WhatisResearchOps movement, putting ResearchOps on the map. In 2019, she stepped back from the ResearchOps Community and started the Cha Cha Club , a members’ club for full-time ResearchOps professionals, which she runs to this day. Over twenty years, Kate has delivered operations in e-commerce, education, government, retail, and tech. She built and managed the Atlassian ResearchOps team, widely recognised as the benchmark for scaling research services and systems to hundreds of people. 🔎 Where to follow Kate LinkedIn / Website / Cha Cha Club / Substack About this podcast: Welcome to UX Research Geeks, where Tina Ličková, a researcher and strategist, talks with researchers from around the globe about topics that matter to them. 🐝 Brought to you by UXtweak, an all-in-one UX research software. Start your research for free at: https://www.uxtweak.com/ 👈 🐝 Where to Follow UXtweak: LinkedIn / Instagram / YouTube / Facebook / Twitter…

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Steve Bromley | The world of games user research | #46 36:52

منذ 21 weeks36:52

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Steve shares insights from his decade in gaming research, discussing the contrast between indie studios and larger companies. He covers the challenges faced in game research, ethical concerns when working with children, and provides advice on breaking into a career in game research. 👉 If you have any tips on fantastic speakers from across the globe, feedback, or any questions, we’d love to hear from you too. Reach out to geekspodcast@uxtweak.com 🔎 Do you want to know more? Check out this episode at: https://www.uxtweak.com/podcast/steve-bromley-games-user-research/ Episode highlights 00:02:04 – Steve’s background in gaming research 00:05:49 – Comparing work with indie studios and larger companies 00:18:23 – Challenges of research in games 00:28:36 – Ethical considerations when conducting research with children 00:31:16 – Tips for starting a career in game research About our guest Steve Bromley Steve is an experienced user research consultant based in London, specializing in building new user research teams and conducting user research for video games. He’s the author of Building User Research Teams and How To Be A Games User Researcher . He is also the director of gamesuserresearch.com , where he provides consultancy and runs playtests for game studios. With a passion for advancing games user research, Steve regularly speaks at global conferences and shares his expertise through writing. 🔎 Where to follow Steve LinkedIn / Website About this podcast: Welcome to UX Research Geeks, where Tina Ličková, a researcher and strategist, talks with researchers from around the globe about topics that matter to them. 🐝 Brought to you by UXtweak, an all-in-one UX research software. Start your research for free at: https://www.uxtweak.com/ 👈 🐝 Where to Follow UXtweak: LinkedIn / Instagram / YouTube / Facebook / Twitter…

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Sarah Doody | Navigating UX careers | #45 30:51

منذ 23 weeks30:51

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Sarah explains why UX researchers struggle with building effective portfolios and marketing themselves. She highlights common mistakes researchers make, offers tips for navigating NDAs, and suggests ways to showcase the business impact of their work. Sarah also provides strategies for standing out in a competitive job market and advice for freelancers. 👉 Link to study about current state of research resistance from UXtweak. 👉 If you have any tips on fantastic speakers from across the globe, feedback, or any questions, we’d love to hear from you too. Reach out to geekspodcast@uxtweak.com 🔎 Do you want to know more? Check out this episode at: https://www.uxtweak.com/guides/podcast/sarah-doody-navigating-ux-careers/ Episode highlights 00:01:26 – Sarah’s background and career shift 00:05:49 – Common UX portfolio mistakes 00:09:09 – Handling NDAs in portfolios 00:20:15 – Interview preparation tips 00:27:57 – Freelancers’ application tips 00:29:54 – Sarah’s closing thoughts on careers About our guest Sarah Doody Sarah Doody is the founder of Career Strategy Lab™ , a program that helps UX and product professionals at all career stages navigate their job search and articulate their skills and experience through individualized and group coaching. She is also the host of the Career Strategy Lab podcast . Since 2021, professionals who have worked with Sarah have increased their salaries by 40% on average and have been hired at prestigious brands such as Microsoft, Amazon, Salesforce, Nordstrom, Spotify, Blue Origin on average in 3.5 months. The program has been so successful since it’s launch that the combined salary of program graduates hired topped nearly $6 million. Sarah has been named a Future of Work expert by Forbes and is a regular Forbes.com contributor. She has also been featured in Fast Company, Insider, Fox Business, and more. For more information on Sarah and her work, programs, or speaking engagements, please visit her website , or find her on YouTube (30k), LinkedIn (70k), Instagram (18k), or Twitter (28k). 🔎 Where to follow Sarah LinkedIn / Instagram / Twitter About this podcast: Welcome to UX Research Geeks, where Tina Ličková, a researcher and strategist, talks with researchers from around the globe about topics that matter to them. 🐝 Brought to you by UXtweak, an all-in-one UX research software. Start your research for free at: https://www.uxtweak.com/ 👈 🐝 Where to Follow UXtweak: LinkedIn / Instagram / YouTube / Facebook / Twitter…

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Noam Segal | Garbage metrics: the case against NPS | #44 36:07

منذ 25 weeks36:07

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Noam discusses why NPS is a flawed metric and why companies should stop using it. He explains the issues with NPS from a survey science perspective and suggests better alternatives for measuring customer satisfaction and engagement. 🔎 Do you want to know more? Check out this episode at: https://www.uxtweak.com/podcast/noam-segal-nps-the-garbage-metrics/ Episode highlights 00:01:36 – Noam’s background 00:07:07 – Introduction to NPS flaws 00:16:10 – Creation of npsistheworst.com 00:19:59 – Alternatives to NPS 00:23:26 – Focus on custom KPIs over NPS 00:31:33 – UX researchers’ role in metrics and ethics 00:34:30 – Noam’s closing thoughts About our guest Noam Segal Noam Segal is a UX leader with experience at companies like Airbnb, Intercom, Wealthfront, X, and Meta. He’s currently Senior Research Manager at Upwork and founder of The Disruptive Coach, offering career coaching and resources for tech professionals. He helps individuals and teams grow, and has taught at Stanford and Harvard, as well as spoken at major industry conferences like UXRConf and Quant UX Con. 🔎 Where to follow Noam LinkedIn / Rosenfeld About this podcast: Welcome to UX Research Geeks, where Tina Ličková, a researcher and strategist, talks with researchers from around the globe about topics that matter to them. 🐝 Brought to you by UXtweak, an all-in-one UX research software. Start your research for free at: https://www.uxtweak.com/ 👈 🐝 Where to Follow UXtweak: LinkedIn / Instagram / YouTube / Facebook / Twitter…

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Zsuzsa Kovacs | Hidden Risks of Surveys | #43 36:38

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Zsuzsa Kovács talks about the problems with using surveys in UX research and why she prefers interviews. She explains how surveys can be biased and miss important details. 🔎 Do you want to know more? Check out this episode at: https://www.uxtweak.com/podcast/zsuzsa-kovacs-surveys Episode highlights 00:01:45 – Zsuzsa’s Background in UX 00:05:56 – Problems with Surveys 00:10:29 – Why Interviews Are Better 00:23:06 – Handling Stakeholder Expectations About our guest Zsuzsa Kovacs Zsuzsa is a Freelance Lead UX Researcher, who has worked in UX since 2008. She tried many different roles around building products but in every role her main focus was involving users in the process early on and keeping them close. She enjoys talking to people, seeing products through their eyes, understanding their point of view. She is interested in psychology, especially areas that affect research. She is a co-organiser of the Amuse UX Conference. 🔎 Where to follow Zsuzsa LinkedIn About this podcast: Welcome to UX Research Geeks, where Tina Ličková, a researcher and strategist, talks with researchers from around the globe about topics that matter to them. 🐝 Brought to you by UXtweak, an all-in-one UX research software. Start your research for free at: https://www.uxtweak.com/ 👈 🐝 Where to Follow UXtweak: LinkedIn / Instagram / YouTube / Facebook / Twitter…

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Matt Wallaert | Personas vs. archetypes: why personas might not work | #42 36:39

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Matt shares his perspective on personas and why he favors behavioral archetypes. He discusses the strengths and pitfalls of personas, the role of behavioral science in UX research, and alternative methods for building empathy beyond traditional research. 🔎 Do you want to know more? Check out this episode at: https://www.uxtweak.com/podcast/matt-wallaert-personas-vs-archetypes/ Episode highlights 00:00:59 - Guest Introduction 00:06:45 - Critique of Personas 00:13:13 - Behavioral Archetypes 00:22:01 - Building Empathy 00:24:36 - Research and User Advocacy About our guest Matt Wallaert For almost 20 years, Matt Wallaert has been applying behavioral science to practical problems. After leaving academia, his career as an executive lead from startups (Thrive, Churnless) to the Fortune 500 (Microsoft, CapGemini) and back again, before founding BeSci.io (Behavioral Science in organizations), where he and the world’s most experienced behavioral science leaders help companies grow applied behavioral science capabilities within their organizations. In his book Start At The End and other writings, as well as hundreds of talks from the UN to SXSW, Wallaert details how the cycle of behavioral strategy, insights, design, and evaluation can help us build products and services that change behavior. From the janitor to the CEO, his approachable frameworks show how everyone can incorporate behavioral science into what they do, no PhD required. Wallaert’s side projects consistently focus on creating greater equity in the world, like GetRaised, which has helped underpaid women ask for and earn over $3.6B in salary increases, and his research reports, like MediocreWhiteMen , blend humor and science to help work toward change. He can usually be found wearing cowboy boots and gesturing wildly. 🔎 Where to follow Matt LinkedIn / His web About this podcast: Welcome to UX Research Geeks, where Tina Ličková, a researcher and strategist, talks with researchers from around the globe about topics that matter to them. 🐝 Brought to you by UXtweak, an all-in-one UX research software. Start your research for free at: https://www.uxtweak.com/ 👈 🐝 Where to Follow UXtweak: LinkedIn / Instagram / YouTube / Facebook / Twitter…

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Pamela Escobar | Financial psychology in Mexico | #41 29:46

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Pamela Escobar and Tina explore cultural perceptions and financial psychology, analyzing how these elements influence attitudes towards money and life choices. With Pamela's expertise and Tina's questions, they provide a detailed examination of how culture, economics, and personal behavior intersect. 🔎 Do you want to know more? Check out this episode at: https://www.uxtweak.com/podcast/pamela-escobar-financial-psychology-in-mexico/ Episode highlights 00:00:01 Guest introduction 00:05:19 Cultural differences in research 00:09:22 Financial priorities in Mexico 00:22:51 Research in Latin America 00:27:58 Conclusion About our guest Pamela Escobar Born in Cancun, Mexico, Pamela is a bicultural User experience designer with seven years of experience helping companies with cross-cultural products understand complex problems and create innovative solutions. She specializes in generating impactful insights through comprehensive quantitative and qualitative research, and enhancing products and services through a human-centric approach. She's passionate about psychology, traveling, food, as well as deep wholehearted conversations. Currently working as a freelancer traveling around the world while researching it, and during her free time enjoying local cuisine or doing water sports back home in Cancun. 🔎 Where to follow Pamela LinkedIn About this podcast: Welcome to UX Research Geeks, where Tina Ličková, a researcher and strategist, talks with researchers from around the globe about topics that matter to them. 🐝 Brought to you by UXtweak, an all-in-one UX research software. Start your research for free at: https://www.uxtweak.com/ 👈 🐝 Where to Follow UXtweak: LinkedIn / Instagram / YouTube / Facebook / Twitter…

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uxcon special: Designing for Complex UIs and Measuring UX with Vitaly Friedman┃#40 29:52

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Tina interviews Vitaly, a UX Leader, speaker, and co-founder of Smashing Magazine. Vitaly will host a full-day workshop on designing complex UIs on September 18th, the warm-up day for uxcon vienna 2024, followed by a talk on measuring UX and design impact on September 19th. Their discussion covers aspects of user experience, choosing the right design metrics, and KPIs. Vitaly also shares insights into his daily client work, focusing on evidence-driven design, accessibility, and the importance of understanding user needs to create impactful digital experiences. Tune in for a preview of his upcoming workshop and talk. 🔎 Do you want to know more? Check out this episode at: https://www.uxtweak.com/podcast/vitaly-friedman-measuring-ux/ Episode highlights 00:02:57 – Workshop and talk at uxcon vienna 00:04:32 – Measuring UX and design impact 00:17:30 – Risk mitigation through UX research 00:23:08 – Accessibility in design 00:29:32 – Conclusion About our guest Vitaly Friedman Vitaly Friedman is a UX Leader who has been working with mid-size and large organizations for over 19 years, improving UX of complex systems, accessibility, performance, and design. He has collaborated with the European Parliament, OTTO, Zalando, Axel Springer SE, and REWE Digital. As the founder and editor-in-chief of Smashing Magazine, he organizes inclusive "Smashing Conferences" and runs live "UX training". Vitaly thrives in solving complex UX challenges and working with stakeholders. His curiosity extends from interface design to front-end, performance optimization, and accessibility, all with the goal of creating digital experiences that people can easily understand and enjoy. 🔎 Where to follow Vitaly Friedman LinkedIn About uxcon vienna uxcon vienna is a conference dedicated to UX Research and UX Design. It brings together professionals, experts, and enthusiasts in the field of UX to share knowledge, insights, and best practices. The conference is attended by both specialists from both Europe and the US, thus providing a great opportunity for networking or professional exchange. Attendees can expect to learn about the latest trends and developments in UX research and design, gain practical skills, and connect with like-minded individuals. uxcon vienna aims to inspire and empower UX professionals to create impactful user experiences. About this podcast: Welcome to UX Research Geeks, where Tina Ličková, a researcher and strategist, talks with researchers from around the globe about topics that matter to them. 🐝 Brought to you by UXtweak, an all-in-one UX research software. Start your research for free at: https://www.uxtweak.com/ 👈 🐝 Where to Follow UXtweak: LinkedIn / Instagram / YouTube / Facebook / Twitter…

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