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This is a podcast about UX, getting into to UX, living UX and surviving UX.This is the human experience of UX. Stories of the day-to-day grind for the new, the enduring and maybe retiring members of UX. Hosted by Jen Tran and Ross Amador

Jen Tran and Ross Amador

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    • May 19, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 39m AVG DURATION
    • 22 EPISODES


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    Episode 21: Season Wrap-Up

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2021 39:54


    In today's podcast is the season wrap-up! Jen and Ross talk about how they did in their first year of What's Up, UX?! What they want to do next season and what they plan to do for their Hot Bod Summer. Thank you so much for listening to What's Up, UX?! We will see you in Fall 2021 with the mask off!Website: www.whatsupux.comDonate: paypal.me/wuzupUXFollow us on Facebook @wuzupUXEmail: wuzupux@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/wuzupUX)

    Episode 20: Leadership and Team Management with Chief Product Designer Matt DeSio

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2021 47:37


    In today's podcast, Ross and Jen interview Chief Product Designer: Matt DeSio! We asked him about his career journey. As well as what makes a good leader in an organization and any tips for new managers. If leadership is something you are interested in, check out this episode! It's a real goody!Website: www.whatsupux.comDonate: paypal.me/wuzupUXFollow us on Facebook @wuzupUXEmail: wuzupux@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/wuzupUX)

    Episode 19: Day In The Life of A Visual Designer with Michael Hain

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2021 47:39


    In today's podcast, Ross and Jen interviewed Michael Hain! We wanted to know what it takes to be a visual designer in today's environment. Also, what it takes to be great! If you are interested in visual design, this is the podcast for you!Designers who influenced Michael:David Carson - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Carson_(graphic_designer)Also, if you like to get in touch with Michael Hain or see his stuff, please look at the links below:http://www.hainspace.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-hain-1987514/Website: www.whatsupux.comDonate: paypal.me/wuzupUXFollow us on Facebook @wuzupUXEmail: wuzupux@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/wuzupUX)

    Episode 18: Career Move: Why UX didn't work out?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2021 38:05


    In today's podcast, Jen interviews McKenna about her experience on trying to make a career change into UX however not successfully transition due to her UX boot camp experience. This episode is a buyer beware when choosing your UX boot camp. Website: www.whatsupux.comDonate: paypal.me/wuzupUXFollow us on Facebook @wuzupUXEmail: wuzupux@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/wuzupUX)

    Episode 17: The Beginning: Meet Joli

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2021 43:57


    In today's podcast, Ross and Jen interview Joli, she is interested in UX and wants to transition her career in it. How she is planning to do it, when she is planning to do it and how long does she think it will take her to do it. Is she set up for success? If you (dear listener) or someone you know is thinking or planning to make the career move into UX, this is the episode to listen to!  Website: www.whatsupux.com Donate: paypal.me/wuzupUX Follow us on Facebook @wuzupUX Email: wuzupux@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/wuzupUX)

    Episode 16: Do you really want to be a UX Designer?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2021 40:37


    Episode 16:  Do you really want to be a UX Designer?In today's podcast, Ross and Jen discuss if you (dear listener) really want to be a UX Designer? A topic inspired by the article written by Chris Kiess; Do you really want to be a UX designer?In case you want to read Chris' tips and self-evaluation here is the article:https://uxdesign.cc/do-you-really-want-to-be-a-ux-designer-83a3c9399ffe Website: www.whatsupux.com Donate: paypal.me/wuzupUX Follow us on Facebook @wuzupUX   Email: wuzupux@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/wuzupUX)

    Episode 15: Job Scams!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2021 44:26


    In today's podcast, Ross and Jen discuss about job scams! How Ross almost felt for one. Also, get some tips on what to be aware of before your next job interview, could they be scamming you? Remember to think twice before giving personal information (ie: SSN or Drivers License #) to a potential employer. Designers beware!Some resources for website validation so you don't get scammed!https://www.godaddy.com/help/what-shows-in-the-whois-directory-330https://lookup.icann.org/https://www.ic3.gov/Donate: paypal.me/wuzupUXWebsite: www.whatsupux.comFollow us on Twitter @WhatsupUxEmail: wuzupux@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/wuzupUX)

    Episode 14: Design Trends of 2021 and Reflections of 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2021 45:10


    In today's podcast, Ross and Jen discuss about design trends of 2021 and reflect on 2020.Related articles discussed are: https://uxplanet.org/2021-ui-ux-design-trends-and-how-to-make-them-work-for-you-49d8a04fb09bhttps://www.breakfreegraphics.com/design-blog/a-guide-of-ui-design-trends-for-2021/https://webflow.com/blog/web-design-trends-2021Donate: paypal.me/wuzupUX Website: www.whatsupux.com Follow us on Twitter @WhatsupUx Email: wuzupux@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/wuzupUX)

    Episode 13: Pursuing your Master's in UX Featuring Derek Mei

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2021 35:57


    In today's podcast, Ross and Jen interview Masters of Human Factors in Information Design candidate at Bentley Univerisity and YouTube Star: Derek Mei! From his point of view of getting a Master's in UX. Why he is pursuing it, how does he manages his workload and what advice for those who might consider the worth of getting some higher education? You can contact Derek on his website: https://derekmei.com/Or subscribe to his YouTube Channel: The Handoff (https://www.youtube.com/c/thehandoff) Donate: paypal.me/wuzupUX Website: www.whatsupux.com Follow us on Twitter @WhatsupUx Email: wuzupux@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/wuzupUX)

    Episode 12: Finding Your Path w/ Mary Bourke

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2021 54:50


    Happy New Year Everyone! In today's podcast, Ross and Jen interview the executive career coach Mary Bourke. Founder of Bourke coaching. She explains her process and views of how she can help career transitioners or people who want to step up their career into leadership. You can contact her on her website at https://bourkecoaching.com/ Donate: paypal.me/wuzupUX Website: whatsupux.com Follow us on Twitter @WhatsupUx Email: wuzupux@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/wuzupUX)

    Episode 11: Going out on your own: Life as a Freelancer

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2020 37:40


    In today's podcast, Ross and Jen interview the founder of People by Design & cofounder of LA Black Designers, Mr. Breon Waters about going out on your own as a freelancer. They discuss why should someone do it, why did he decide to do it. If you would like to get in touch with Breon Waters, his website is www.BreonWatersII.com. Or follow him on Instagram @politemanliness or @peoplebydesign.Last note, Ross and Jen are going to take a little hiatus for now. They will come back sometime in January of 2021 with a new show! Excited to see you then! Happy Holidays Everybody! And please be safe! Follow us on Twitter @WhatsupUx Email: wuzupux@gmail.com Donate: paypal.me/wuzupUXSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/wuzupUX)

    Episode 10: Adobe Max Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2020 46:14


    In today's podcast, Ross and Jen gives a recap on Adobe Max 2020! For information about Adobe Max 2020. Here is the link: https://www.adobe.com/max/2020/sessions.html Follow us on Twitter @WhatsupUx Email: wuzupux@gmail.com Donate: paypal.me/wuzupUXSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/wuzupUX)

    Episode 9: A product managers perspective on working with a UX team

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 41:24


    In today's podcast, Ross and Jen talk with product manager Hector Amezquita; on his thoughts regarding working with the design team, managing expectations, and bonding with people over Starbucks.  Follow us on Twitter @WhatsupUx Email: wuzupux@gmail.com Donate: paypal.me/wuzupUXSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/wuzupUX)

    Episode 8: Apple Event Review and Inexperienced/Unprepared interviewers

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2020 39:30


    In today's podcast, Ross and Jen discuss the Apple event and interviewing with inexperienced or unprepared interviewers and how to make the best of it. They reflect on their own experience with this unfortunate situation and provide tips on how to prepare.  Follow us on Twitter @WhatsupUx Email: wuzupux@gmail.com Donate: paypal.me/wuzupUXSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/wuzupUX)

    Episode 7: Jen's Post Mortem of the New Normal!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020 37:56


    In today's podcast, Jen's post mortem on landing a job in the new normal. What she thought was the best and worst interviews. What she could have done more or less of. A reflection of her time on unemployment in the new normal.  Follow us on Twitter @WhatsupUx Email: wuzupux@gmail.com Donate: paypal.me/wuzupUXSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/wuzupUX)

    Episode 6: Interviewing A Recruiter - Gretchen Benes

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2020 41:09


    In today's podcast, Jen and Ross interview recruiter: Gretchen Benes! Getting excellent tips on landing a UX gig in the new normal, and her perspective on recruiting and other recruiters. Also, what is the most important thing that every job seeker should do! To contact or follow Gretchen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gretchenbenes/ Follow us on Twitter @WhatsupUx Email: wuzupux@gmail.com Donate: paypal.me/wuzupUXSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/wuzupUX)

    Episode 5: Imposter Syndrome

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2020 35:17


    In today's podcast, Jen and Ross discuss imposter syndrome! What's it about, personal tips on how to fight it and when it happens.  Follow us on Twitter @WhatsupUx Email: wuzupux@gmail.com Donate: paypal.me/wuzupUXSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/wuzupUX)

    Episode 4: Filling your time with UX stuff while unemployed!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2020 40:46


    In today's podcast, Jen and Ross discuss about filling your time with UX stuff while unemployed. Giving tips and suggestions on how you can stay involved, keep your mind active on UX, on top of your day to day grind of finding employment and Animal Crossing.  Follow us on Twitter @WhatsupUx - Email: wuzupux@gmail.com - Donate: paypal.me/wuzupUXSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/wuzupUX)

    Episode 3: How to present your portfolio in the New Normal!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2020 36:40


    In today's podcast, Jen and Ross discuss presenting your portfolio during an interview in the New Normal. Giving tips on what to do, what to prepare, and what to expect when presenting your portfolio in the new normal. Follow us on:  Twitter: @WhatsupUx  Email: wuzupux@gmail.com  Donate: paypal.me/wuzupUXSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/wuzupUX)

    Episode 2: How do you interview for gigs in the New Normal

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2020 38:01


    On today's podcast, Jen and Ross discuss the interview experience in the New Normal. Giving tips on what to do, what to prepare, and what to expect when interviewing in the new normal. Follow us on Twitter @WhatsupUxEmail: wuzupux@gmail.comDonate: paypal.me/wuzupUXSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/wuzupUX)

    Episode 1: Who are we in the New Normal?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2020 29:22


    Get to know who Jen and Ross, the hosts of What's Up, UX?! What are they about?Where did they meet?How are they doing in the new normal?Why they are doing a podcast together. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/wuzupUX)

    Teaser - What's Up, UX?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2020 0:31


    This is a podcast about UX, getting into to UX, living UX and surviving UX.This is the human experience of UX. Stories of the day-to-day grind for the new, the enduring and maybe retiring members of UX. Hosted by Jen Tran and Ross AmadorSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/wuzupUX)

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