Whiteboard Design Challenge
As designers, we can have a killer portfolio showing our design process with detailed case studies, sketches, pictures of messy (then organized) post-it-notes, wireframes, visual design including animations etc. However it does not show how we think.
I believe designers are problem solvers (well, I definitely think about myself as…
So you want to be a UX product designer?
I hope this article gives you a little bit of help. Alternatively, watch my video where you can get a guide on how to get started in the field in 2021.
Unfortunately so many companies fall into this trap that they only want to hire senior designers instead of junior designers.
Why companies want senior UX designers
Even though there are many UX designer jobs when you look at job boards, but only a few, but only a few companies are prepared to hire junior designers, and…
No designer becomes great working in a silo.
In order to develop our design skills, it’s important that we develop an eye for great design.
You need to look at a lot of examples to spot the ok, from the good and the great.
You need to identify why something…
It’s hard enough to get a job when you’re qualified and experienced, but what if you are changing careers?
In this article, I’d like to give you some practical tips on how to change careers. So if that is on your mind right now, you are not alone. …
Being a designer at an agency
Pros
- Starting out at an agency or consultancy is super valuable because you can experience many different types of products, industries, and services
- You can really get your hands dirty early on in your career, and acquire a lot of experience
- If the project is long enough, you have the chance…
Pro tips: stay positive. Even if you are asked about your weaknesses, you must remain positive. You need to present your answer with a positive tone.
#1 Sample answer
My greatest weakness is, sometimes I have trouble saying ‘no’ to people and requests, because I love to help out. …
Interviewers ask this question because they want to know if
- you know your own strengths
- you’re realistic
- your strengths are relevant for the job.
Pro tips:
Don’t just say time-management. You need to state your strength and provide an example of when and how you used this strength.
Be honest…
Pro tips: never badmouth your previous employer, it doesn’t look professional. Keep things positive, always.
Tell the interviewers what you enjoyed, and what you were looking for when you left.
Explain how the position you applied for offers things you’re looking for. …
Here’s a winning answer for you
I’ve been inspired by your company’s brand, style, and tone of voice for years, so when I saw the open position, I instantly knew I had to apply.
I was especially inspired by [the campaign with the local plant-based restaurants your team did last year — replace this with a…
Niki Tisza
Designer. YouTuber. Sketchnoter. Hobbyist writer. I write about UX UI product design, self-development, and productivity.👇 https://linktr.ee/niki.design
