Podcasts about UX

Who do we really mean when we say “the user”? And who gets left out?In this episode, Therese Fessenden chats with cultural anthropologists Mike Youngblood and Ben Chesluk, who are challenging overly narrow definitions of users in UX. They explore how systems thinking and anthropology can deepen our understanding of complex user ecosystems — and why rethinking “the user” is more important than ever.About the speakers:Mike Youngblood (LinkedIn)Ben Chesluk (LinkedIn)About Rethinking Users, including some helpful resources and a link to purchase the book:https://www.rethinkingusers.comArticle about User Ecosystem Thinking:https://www.epicpeople.org/toward-ethnography-of-friction-and-ease-in-complex-systemsMike & Ben's other books:The Routledge Companion to Practicing Anthropology and Design, which includes Mike & Ben's chapter on systems thinking in design anthropology, as well as many other chapters/contributors exploring the role of anthropology in design:Ben's book Money Jungle is an anthropological study of the redevelopment of New York City's Times Square.Mike's book Cultivating Community is an ethnographic study of a massive, grassroots social movement in rural India.Related NN/g Articles & Videos:Personas vs. Archetypes (article)Why Personas Fail (article)Ethnography in UX (3-min video)Contextual Inquiry: Inspire Design by Observing and Interviewing Users in Their Context (article)

Banks are racing to go digital—but are in-house teams equipped to lead the charge?In this episode, we explore why even the most experienced internal teams often fail to deliver next-gen digital experiences. Discover the five hidden blind spots, including the illusion of control, the myth of in-house mastery, and the fear of collaboration, that quietly undermine innovation and stall transformation efforts.Whether you're a digital leader, strategist, or banking executive, this episode is your blueprint for breaking through stagnation and building future-proof experiences through collaboration, not isolation. Find out:Why internal expertise isn't always enough to drive innovationThe long-term cost of “DIY digital” on customer trust and speedHow strategic partnerships with UX specialists accelerate growthRead the full article on UXDA's blog: https://theuxda.com/blog/legacy-lipstick-why-house-team-struggles-digital-innovation-banking* AI podcast on UXDA article powered by Google NotebookLM

Si piensas que para internacionalizar vale con traducir tu ecommerce, estás muy, pero que muy equivocado. Seguramente quieres dar el paso de abrirte y traspasar fronteras pero no tienes ni idea de por dónde. Ni siquiera en cuantos idiomas debes trabajar y cómo hacerlo. Para evitar estos dolores de cabeza y no cometer los fallos clásicos que todos cometen he invitado hoy a Oscar Nogueras, CEO de ONtranslation para que nos comparta una guía express validada con IA, automatismos y agentes que realizan transcreaciones para internacionalizar correctamente una tienda online. En este episodio hablamos sobre.-        El fallo de empezar a traducir sin tocar una estrategia detrás.-        La necesidad de internacionalizar pasa desde cambiar los textos hasta modificar la colocación de elementos.-        Buenas prácticas para la gestión de la estrategia cross border de un ecommerce-        Operativas con Inteligencia artificial y agentes que te están dejando con la boca abierta.-        La particularidad de la transcreación por encima de la traducción para realmente vender más en otros territorios.-        Como aplicar la IA en la fase de la internacionalización para aumentar la conversión y la UX. Y muchas cosas más que te cuenta en este episodio, el número 416 de Ecosistema Ecommerce.  Proyecto X: https://pychon.com/Newsletter: https://ecosistemaecommerce.com/newsletter/Web: https://ecosistemaecommerce.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/javierlopezrod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Ecosistema-Ecommerce/61550625909016/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ecosistemaecommTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ecosistemaecommerceInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ecosistemaecommerce/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCE2zroaDzTVZRwNOh5Ma9cg

W nowym odcinku podcastu Stacji.IT rozmawiamy o karierze w UX Design. Łukasz Kobyliński rozmawia z Magdaleną Therkildsen - Trenerką i konsultantką User Experience. Magda jest również współautorką i kierownikiem merytorycznym studiów podyplomowych UX Design na Akademii Leona Koźmińskiego w Warszawie.   Podczas naszej dyskusji poruszamy następujące tematy: 0. Dlaczego zajmujesz się UX? Od czego się to zaczęło? 1. Jakie jest Twoje spojrzenie na UX i jego rolę? 2. Jakie są obecnie dominujące nurty w UX? W szczególności: czym jest Human Centered Design? 3. Co decyduje o tym, że człowiek lubi produkt? 4. Jakie elementy w projektowaniu odpowiadają za Intuicyjność i prostotę? 5. Co jest ważniejsze: Użyteczność czy Estetyka? 6. Jakie kompetencje są potrzebne w zespole projektowym? 7. Jakie jest obecnie zapotrzebowanie na projektantów UX w IT i ew. innych branżach? 8. Jak odnaleźć swoje mocne strony jako Projektant i rozwijać naturalne predyspozycji? 9. Studia podyplomowe -  dlaczego powstały te studia i co chcieliśmy zrobić inaczej, niż w istniejących? Zapraszamy do oglądania i subskrybowania naszego kanału, aby być na bieżąco z najnowszymi odcinkami!    Sprawdź koniecznie:

Brooks Lybrand, Developer relations manager for Remix and React Router, joins the pod to discuss the latest developments in React Router v7, its evolving community, and the migration path from Remix. We also explore the router's new open governance model, framework mode, and how server-side rendering and data handling are being reimagined for modern web apps. Links Twitter: https://x.com/brookslybrand LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brooks-lybrand Github: https://github.com/brookslybrand YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd93bPmP8vplnkr9Jel_osA Resources React Miami 2025: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPSRGLk6DDQ We want to hear from you! How did you find us? Did you see us on Twitter? In a newsletter? Or maybe we were recommended by a friend? Let us know by sending an email to our producer, Em, at emily.kochanek@logrocket.com (mailto:emily.kochanek@logrocket.com), or tweet at us at PodRocketPod (https://twitter.com/PodRocketpod). Follow us. Get free stickers. Follow us on Apple Podcasts, fill out this form (https://podrocket.logrocket.com/get-podrocket-stickers), and we'll send you free PodRocket stickers! What does LogRocket do? LogRocket provides AI-first session replay and analytics that surfaces the UX and technical issues impacting user experiences. Start understanding where your users are struggling by trying it for free at LogRocket.com. Try LogRocket for free today. (https://logrocket.com/signup/?pdr) Special Guest: Brooks Lybrand.

John Roescher discusses digital design as a form of infrastructure. John is the founder of Raw Materials, an award-winning digital design firm specializing in complex technology interfaces. He works with companies to transform advanced technologies into clear, intuitive user experiences and an expert in using design thinking to drive clarity, trust, and real-world impact. Host, Kevin Craine Want to be a guest? https://DigitalTransformationPodcast.net/guest Do you want to be a sponsor? https://www.digitaltransformationpodcast.net/sponsor

David Webster is the head of UX at Google Labs, the company’s experimental AI division. When he stepped into the role in 2022, the tech world was scrambling to respond to the rise of ChatGPT — and Google Labs was no exception. Since then, the team has launched several high-profile projects, including the viral NotebookLM. Webster joins Oz to share his philosophy on human-centered design and how it shapes Google’s AI experiments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Figma is central to most designers' workflow these days (certainly is here at Design Better). So it's important to get familiar with all of the latest features. Who better to give us the back story of the releases announced at Config than Noah Levin, VP of Product Design at Figma. Join us for a conversation with Noah and a closer look at how Figma is helping designers design better. In this AMA, Noah demo'd some of Figma's newest tools and featured, and we discussed topics including: Hiring and scaling design teams in the AI age Emerging trends in design Career growth for junior UX designers Fostering better designer-developer collaboration Improving table design workflows in Figma AI's impact on design and development roles Support for print-focused workflows Staying up to date with Figma tools and features Lessons from designing the new Figma Bio Noah Levin is the VP of Product Design at Figma. Before that he led the UX team at ClassPass in NYC, and before that he was at Google working on Mobile Search in Mountain View. He also spent some time teaching designers to code as an early advisor at Framer, and building a digital assistant for Astronauts at NASA. He studied Human-Computer Interaction at Carnegie Mellon and is from Pittsburgh originally. Watch the recording on our Substack: https://designbetterpodcast.com/p/ama-noah-levin-on-figmas-latest-release *** Learn more about Figma's recent product launches at https://www.config.new/

In this episode, Nathan Wrigley talks with Charlotte Bax at WordCamp Europe about making websites more environmentally sustainable. Charlotte shares her journey into sustainable web design, offers practical advice on reducing a website's carbon footprint, like choosing green web hosting, optimising images, improving UX, applying caching, and managing visitor traffic, and introduces advanced concepts like grid-aware websites. The conversation also touches on WordPress's role in digital sustainability and recent efforts to revive its sustainability team. Charlotte offers resources and invites listeners to connect for further advice on building greener websites. If you've ever wondered how digital choices impact the planet, and what steps you can take today to help, this episode is for you.

Hannah Ryu is a storyteller, AI Strategist, and the co-founder of Oak Theory, a creative technology studio specializing in UX/UI, web, application design, and development. We explore: Co-founding a creative technology studio, aiming to address the lack of diversity in UX design firms.  Confronting negative self-talk/narratives when building a business The role of perfectionism in Korean culture The exciting utility of AI in creating tailored educational information for children, increasing accessibility to education Use of AI for self-reflection and as a starting point to engage in therapy How to maintain being human through curiosity, accepting that we make mistakes, and unconditional love ========================================== Hannah's full bio: Hannah is a storyteller, AI Strategist, and the co-founder of Oak Theory, a creative technology studio specializing in UX/UI, web, application design, and development. With over a decade of experience across branding, UX/UI, and digital strategy, she partners with organizations navigating transformation, helping them turn complexity into clear, scalable experiences.  As a first-generation Korean American and mother of two, Hannah brings a layered lens to leadership, blending creative instinct, cultural awareness, and operational know-how, especially during times of growth, change, or reinvention. Her expertise has been trusted by industry leaders and universities like Google, Optum, Columbia University, and Vanderbilt University. She's been featured at the Women in Tech Global Conference, on the top 0.5% business podcast The UpFlip Podcast, and in outlets such as Forbes, Success Magazine, and Entrepreneur. The company's websites are oaktheory.co and undertheoak.co. Under the Oak is a media company that seeks to discuss how to be more human. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/oaktheory.co/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannahryu/ 

Join us for an insightful episode of The Product Podcast with Jon Noronha, Co-founder of Gamma, an AI-first platform revolutionizing how people create presentations, documents, and websites. Starting in 2020 during the height of shelter-in-place, Gamma has achieved remarkable growth, reaching over 50 million users with a lean team of just 30 people. Most impressively, they went from less than a year of runway to cash-flow positive in just 3 months after pivoting to AI, with 80% of their revenue coming from outside the U.S. - all without a sales team.In this episode, Jon breaks down Gamma's unconventional approach to building AI products, challenging traditional notions of team structure and go-to-market strategy. He shares insights on why they prioritize UX designers over PMs, how they achieved rapid international growth without localization, and their strategic decision to focus on the application layer rather than building their own AI models.What you'll learn:- How Gamma evolved from a presentation tool into a full-blown AI content platform- Why they bet on a design-first team structure with 7 UX designers and no traditional PMs- The technology behind their AI implementation and multi-model approach- How they achieved profitability in 3 months through pure product-led growth- Their strategy for reaching 50M+ users with a team of just 30 peopleEpisode Chapters:(00:00) Gamma's Evolution: From Presentations to AI Platform(15:00) Unconventional Team Structure: Why Designers > PMs(20:00) Product-Led Growth: Zero to 50M Users Without Sales(25:00) AI Integration Strategy: Focusing on User Experience(30:00) International Growth: 80% Revenue Outside USKey Takeaways

Welcome back to The People's Guild. This week, we sat down with @azircon to dig into the state of Splinterlands — from land and UX to innovation, content strategy, and community alignment. As always, nothing was off the table. Let's get into it.Enjoy the show!************************************************************************* Follow us elsewhere: Peakd: https://peakd.com/@thepeoplesguild  Twitter: https://twitter.com/thepeoplesguild General: https://linktr.ee/thepeoplesguild

In this episode of Future Finance, hosts Paul Barnhurst and Glenn Hopper welcome Siqi Chen, founder and CEO of Runway, a finance platform built to help operators understand their business without needing a degree in finance. The discussion explores how traditional FP&A tools fall short, and why Runway is reimagining financial modeling by combining flexibility, design, and deeper thinking. Siqi is the founder and CEO of Runway, a modeling platform designed for operators and finance professionals who need flexible, intuitive tools to manage business complexity. He previously served as CEO of Sandbox VR, VP of Product at Postmates, and Head of Product at Zynga. Siqi has also invested in over 100 startups, including Clubhouse, Amplitude, Pipe, and Italic. Early in his career, he worked at NASA, where he was awarded a Congressional Space Act Award while still in school for his work on the Mars Exploration Rover.In this episode, you will discover:Why FP&A platforms often fail to replace spreadsheets for financial modeling.How Runway is addressing the core pains of collaboration, complexity, and data integration.Why flexibility and speed of thought matter more than workflow automation.How Siqi thinks about AI's role in making finance tools more usable and accessible.A remarkable story of how a meme coin helped fund life-saving research for his daughter's brain tumor.Siqi shared his remarkable journey from NASA engineer and tech executive to founder of a finance platform built for modern operators. His experiences across product leadership, startup growth, and personal resilience highlight why tools like Runway are redefining how finance professionals think, plan, and collaborate. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to move beyond outdated systems and embrace a more flexible, human-centered approach to financial modeling and decision-making.Follow Siqi:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/siqic/Company - https://www.linkedin.com/company/runway/Join hosts Glenn and Paul as they unravel the complexities of AI in finance:Follow Glenn:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gbhopperiiiFollow Paul:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thefpandaguyFollow QFlow.AI:Website - https://bit.ly/4i1EkjgFuture Finance is sponsored by QFlow.ai, the strategic finance platform solving the toughest part of planning and analysis: B2B revenue. Align sales, marketing, and finance, speed up decision-making, and lock in accountability with QFlow.ai. Stay tuned for a deeper understanding of how AI is shaping the future of finance and what it means for businesses and individuals alike.In Today's Episode:[01:48] - Siqi's Background[04:41] - Runway Journey So Far[07:11] - Approachable Finance Tools[14:28] - UX & What Makes Runway Unique[20:26] - Thinking Tool Idea[24:28] - Excel Flexibility Trade-Offs[33:46] - AI as a Financial Exoskeleton[40:21] - The Meme Coin Surprise[44:40] - Wrap-Up

On this episode of #TheShot of #DigitalHealth Therapy, Jim Joyce and I freeze time (and nearly our toes) with the extraordinary Dr Jack Kreindler -longevity doctor, tech founder, and Antarctic explorer. This is only our second-ever long-form episode, and we couldn't be more honored to have Jack join us for it. From designing UX with Douglas Adams to running diagnostics in sub-zero temperatures, Jack shares wisdom at the intersection of tech, healthspan, and philosophy. Yes, there's creatine. Yes, there's metaphysics. And yes, you'll want to rethink your bedtime and your bucket list. It's a ride through resilient humans, wild biohacks, and the hilarious humility of medicine in the age of AI. Dont miss this episode: Fun mentions as always: Daniel Kraft, MD Jordan Shlain, MD Peter H. Diamandis ☀️Maneesh Juneja Vishal Gulati 00:00:00 - Jack's origin story: From tech to medicine 00:05:00 - UX with Douglas Adams & first tech ventures 00:12:00 - Founding CHHP & insights into performance science 00:21:00 - Commitment, coaching, and who makes it through 00:30:00 - The biohacking movement: Hope, hype, and hazards 00:41:00 - The pursuit of longevity vs acceptance of death 00:49:00 - Preventive diagnostics & experience design (Neko, Echo) 00:58:00 - AI in medicine: Augmenting empathy & reducing burnout 01:06:00 - WellFounded & experiential medicine adventures 01:18:00 - South Pole expedition & commencement reflections

In this episode, Nathan Wrigley talks with Charlotte Bax at WordCamp Europe about making websites more environmentally sustainable. Charlotte shares her journey into sustainable web design, offers practical advice on reducing a website's carbon footprint, like choosing green web hosting, optimising images, improving UX, applying caching, and managing visitor traffic, and introduces advanced concepts like grid-aware websites. The conversation also touches on WordPress's role in digital sustainability and recent efforts to revive its sustainability team. Charlotte offers resources and invites listeners to connect for further advice on building greener websites. If you've ever wondered how digital choices impact the planet, and what steps you can take today to help, this episode is for you.

You click on a link in an email—as one does. Suddenly you see a message from your organization, “You've been phished! Now you need some training!” What do you do next? If you're like most busy humans, you skip it and move on.Researcher Ariana Mirian (and co-authors Grant Ho, Elisa Luo, Khang Tong, Euyhyun Lee, Lin Liu, Christopher A. Longhurst, Christian Dameff, Stefan Savage, Geoffrey M. Voelker) uncovered similar results in their study “Understanding the Efficacy of Phishing Training in Practice.” The solution? Ariana suggests focusing on a more effective fix: designing safer systems.In the episode we talk about:Annual cybersecurity awareness training doesn't reduce the likelihood of clicking on phishing links, even if completed recently. Employees who finished training recently show similar phishing failure rates to those who completed it months ago. The study notes, “Employees who recently completed such training, which has significant focus on social engineering and phishing defenses, have similar phishing failure rates compared to other employees who completed awareness training many months ago.”Phishing simulations combined with training (where companies send out fake phishing emails to employees and, for those who click on the links, lead those employees through training) had little impact on whether participants would click phishing links in the future. Ariana was hopeful about interactive training but found that too few participants engaged with it to draw meaningful conclusions. The type of phishing lure (e.g., password reset vs. vacation policy change) influenced whether users clicked. Ariana warned that certain lures could artificially lower click rates.Ultimately, Ariana suggests focusing on designing safer systems—where the burden is taken off the end users. She recommends two-factor authentication, using phishing-resistant hardware keys (like YubiKeys), and blocking phishing emails before they reach users.This quote from the study stood out to me: “Our results suggest that organizations like ours should not expect training, as commonly deployed today, to substantially protect against phishing attacks—the magnitude of protection afforded is simply too small and employees remain susceptible even after repeated training.”This highlights the need for safer system design, especially for critical services like email, which—and this is important—inherently relies on users clicking links.Ariana Mirian is a senior security researcher at Censys. She completed her PhD at UC San Diego and co-authored the paper, “Understanding the Efficacy of Phishing Training in Practice.”G. Ho et al., "Understanding the Efficacy of Phishing Training in Practice," in 2025 IEEE Symposium on Security and Privacy (SP), San Francisco, CA, 2025, pp. 37-54, doi: 10.1109/SP61157.2025.00076.

Schnelle Software ist nicht nur ein nice-to-have – sie ist essenziell für gutes UX-Design.Warum digitale Produkte sich nur dann natürlich anfühlen, wenn sie so reagieren wie unsere echte Welt: sofort. Denn jeder Moment der Verzögerung erzeugt kognitive Kosten, reißt uns aus dem Gedankenfluss – und macht Software anstrengend.Was bedeutet das für die Gestaltung? Wir zeigen konkrete Reaktionszeiten, sinnvolle Ladeindikatoren und typische Designfehler – etwa künstlich verlängerte Ladeanimationen. Wer Performance ernst nimmt, plant sie von Anfang an mit. Denn gute Software fühlt sich nicht wie Software an – sondern wie ein nahtloser Teil unserer Realität.Mehr Flow, weniger Frust und echte Geschwindigkeit wünschen …Chris & Alexvon https://wahnsinn.design Das ist Besser mit Design, ein Wahnsinn Design PodcastVielen Dank fürs Zuhören

Dans cet épisode de Head of Design, Paul Menant reçoit Fanny, Head of Design chez Contentsquare pendant plus de 10 ans. Elle partage son expérience unique dans l'une des plus belles success stories françaises du SaaS, où elle a vu passer l'entreprise de 5 à plusieurs milliers d'employés, tout en structurant une équipe design internationale.

Digitale Geldanlage wird oft als komplex, anonym und techniklastig wahrgenommen. Doch was passiert, wenn man Vertrauen, Markenstrategie und echtes Nutzerverständnis ins Zentrum stellt?In dieser Folge sprechen wir mit Maximilian Meyer, CMO von Scalable Capital, über den Weg vom ETF-Anbieter zur Investment-Plattform für alle – und was es braucht, um Geldanlage massentauglich zu machen, ohne an Tiefe zu verlieren.Das erwartet dich:✅ Warum Vertrauen der härteste Erfolgsfaktor im digitalen Finanzmarketing ist✅ Wie Scalable Capital Markenführung, UX und Education zusammendenkt✅ Welche Rolle Creator und Community beim Thema Finanzen spielen können✅ Wieso ETFs erst der Anfang sind – und was die Vision hinter Scalable wirklich ist✅ Was andere Marken von Scalable in Sachen Positionierung und Plattform-Denken lernen können

All links and images can be found on CISO Series. This week's episode is hosted by me, David Spark, producer of CISO Series and Andy Ellis (@csoandy), principal, Duha. Joining us is our sponsored guest, Edward Wu, CEO and founder, Dropzone AI. In this episode:  Building context-aware verification frameworks Understanding why UX fails Moving beyond AI replacement narratives Building for a crisis A huge thanks to our sponsor, Dropzone AI Dropzone AI autonomously investigates every security alert—no playbooks needed. This AI SOC analyst queries your CrowdStrike, Splunk, threat intel feeds, and 60+ other tools to build complete investigations in 5 minutes. Unlike black-box automation, it shows every query, finding, and decision. See it work yourself—explore the self-guided demo at dropzone.ai.

In the second part of this Talkin' Shop and Ask Me Anything combo session, the following topics are addressed: the value proposition of UX; the pitfalls and consequences of poor UX hiring; the importance of good UX leadership; the necessity of critical thinking; psychopathy, narcissism, and Machiavellianism in UX circles; encountering and managing different types of human behavior; people who labor to benefit the disciipline vs. looking out solely for themselves; the importance of not taking oneself too seriously; honestly discerning and pursuing one's progress in UX; and an under-the-radar truth about design thinking. REMINDER: Video is available for this episode via select resources. #ux#podcasts#cxofmradio#cxofm#realuxtalk#worldofux#worldoux#ux career tips Bookmark the new World of UX website at https://www.worldoux.com. Visit the UX Uncensored blog at https://uxuncensored.medium.com. Get your specialized UX merchandise at https://www.kaizentees.com.

In our third episode of Between Two Chains, we speak with Reka from RISC Zero about zerok-knowledge (ZK) proofs and their application in blockchain interoperability. Reka explains the benefits of verifiable compute and how it relates to ZK, how ZK can enhance the connectivity between over 350 blockchains, and potential future developments once interoperability is fully solved. Between Two Chains is a four-part miniseries produced by Rehash and co-hosted by LayerZero, where we explore whether blockchain interoperability is solved. ⏳ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 05:27 Scaling with zero knowledge (ZK) technology 11:39 Boundless and the ZKVM 16:29 Unlocking computational potential for UX 19:30 Building for consumers and developers 22:00 Onboarding new users to crypto 27:59 Exciting apps to look forward to 

Today we welcome Stacy Spikes, CEO and Co-Founder of MoviePass and the driving force behind Mogul, a bold new platform that brings together blockchain and film to give fans real ownership and influence in the entertainment industry.Stacy's story is one of grit, vision, and reinvention. From humble beginnings in the industry to launching one of the fastest-growing subscription services in history, he's always looked for ways to challenge the status quo. Now, he's turning to Web3 to build something even bigger.You'll learn:

In this episode of the Knowledge Base Ninjas podcast, Daria Tombolelli from KNIME shares her perspective on how AI is enhancing—not replacing—the work of technical writers. She explains how tools like ChatGPT help simplify research and make complex topics more accessible. Daria also highlights a shift in documentation priorities, emphasizing content that is both user-friendly and optimized for AI, with a focus on clarity, structure, and accuracy. She advocates for hands-on learning, real-world use cases, and close collaboration with UX designers and engineers. Catch the full conversation on the Knowledge Base Ninjas podcast for valuable takeaways and pro tips. Stay tuned for expert insights and actionable strategies you don't want to miss out on.

In this episode of In Demand, Asia and Kim take a deep dive into one of the most overlooked revenue levers in SaaS: activation.  They walk through their activation playbook, breaking down how to define activation for your product and sharing tactical strategies for improving onboarding experiences.  Whether you're PLG or sales-assisted, this episode offers clear steps to uncover where users get stuck and how to fix it. Got a question you'd like Asia to unpack on the podcast? Record a voicemail here. Links:  DemandMaven UserInterviews.com  Respondent.io  Product-Led Onboarding by Ramli John Samuel Hulick  UserOnboard  Reforge Chapters (00:00:55) - Why most founders overlook activation, and why that's a huge mistake.(00:02:25) - What activation actually means and how to define it for your SaaS.(00:03:30) - Trial-to-paid is not the only way to think about activation, and may be missing a big part of the story.(00:06:15) - How to discover activation metrics using a new user retention report.(00:12:30) - Why session recordings fall short and what to use instead.(00:14:35) - The power of UX interviews and how to run them properly.(00:23:00) - What to watch for in interviews: pauses, furrowed brows, and “it was easy” lies.(00:25:55) - Looking for friction and where people get stuck.(00:27:30) - How to map your onboarding flow and prioritize product fixes once you've done UX interviews.(00:30:30) - Why valuable activation work can fail in organizations where there isn't a clear decision maker (avoiding the problems of compromise land)(00:33:45) - How does activation change in product led vs. sales led organizations?(00:38:15) - Onboarding for high complexity products.(00:43:45) - Book and other recommendations for mastering activation.(00:51:30) - A final reminder about survivor bias. Remember that just because your customers made it, does not mean that your onboarding activation is perfect.

Did your CRM promise a utopia but delivered a fancy Rolodex with a UX degree? Join Pete and Kat as they bravely poke the sacred cow of CRM and ask the tough questions like: ❓ Why does your telco need seven days and a séance to fix your modem? ❓ Why does your virtual agent sound like a confused intern filling out a colour chart? ❓ And why does it still take 5.2 days to solve a problem that should take 30 minutes? It’s the CRM roast you didn’t know you needed - with real data, real frustration, and a really broken Wi-Fi modem.

In this episode, a16z General Partner Martin Casado sits down with Box cofounder and CEO Aaron Levie to talk about how AI is changing not just software, but the structure and speed of work itself.They unpack how enterprise adoption of AI is different from the consumer wave, why incumbents may be better positioned than people think, and how the role of the individual contributor is already shifting from executor to orchestrator. From vibe coding and agent UX to why startups should still go vertical, this is a candid, strategic  conversation about what it actually looks like to build and operate in an AI-native enterprise.Aaron also shares how Box is using AI internally today, and what might happen when agents outnumber employees. Resources: Find Aaron on X: https://x.com/levieFind Martin on X: https://x.com/martin_casado Stay Updated: Let us know what you think: https://ratethispodcast.com/a16zFind a16z on Twitter: https://twitter.com/a16zFind a16z on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/a16zSubscribe on your favorite podcast app: https://a16z.simplecast.com/Follow our host: https://x.com/eriktorenbergPlease note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see a16z.com/disclosures.

Applied to 50+ UX or Product jobs & still no interviews or offers? Get UX job search help.Welcome to the Career Strategy Podcast with Sarah Doody, a UX Designer & UX Researcher with 20 years of experience who founded the UX job search accelerator, Career Strategy Lab. She's been doing UX career coaching since 2017.Follow Sarah on: LinkedIn | YouTube | InstagramFeel like you're doing everything “right” and still not getting anywhere? You might be saying yes to too much—and it's slowing you down.In this episode, Sarah shares how one of Steve Jobs' greatest strengths—his ability to say no—has shaped the design of Career Strategy Lab and her own career choices. You'll hear how saying no to shiny objects, distractions, and opportunities that seem exciting on the surface actually leads to deeper results, more momentum, and a better UX for job seekers inside CSL.Whether you're applying to every job that pops up, overcommitting to upskilling, or trying to be everything to everyone, this episode is a reminder that focus is a strategy—and saying no is a skill.What You'll Learn in This Episode:✔️ What Steve Jobs' product philosophy can teach you about your UX career✔️ How Sarah decides what to say no to in her business—and why it matters✔️ Why not doing “all the things” actually creates better outcomes for clients✔️ The trade-offs you're making every time you say yes✔️ How saying no led to CSL's newest AI tool + all-in-one experience✔️ 3 reflection questions to help you narrow your focus and move forwardTimestamps:01:50 Steve Jobs' Focus Strategy03:55 Applying Focus in My Career08:01 The Importance of Specialization11:47 Real-Life Examples of Saying No13:28 The Ripple Effect of Focus17:50 Final Thoughts and Career Advice20:07 Conclusion and How to Connect⭐ Support the show! Leave a rating on Spotify or a review on Apple Podcasts to help more UX professionals find this podcast.

Today's guest is Ritesh Dalal, Founder and CEO at Intellective. Founded in 2016, Intellective are a global ServiceNow partner organization comprised of specialized, experienced and result-oriented professionals that have one common purpose: build delightful products that wow users. Using certified product offerings and deep expertise in Employee Experience, Service Portal and Custom Apps, they help you improve self service and realize more value from ServiceNow. It's their mission to "Consumerize the Enterprise."Ritesh's expertise in ServiceNow Mobile, Employee Experience and Integrations has enabled organizations to centralize their applications, providing clear visibility and improvement opportunities. His approach to agile development and project management ensures that Intellective delivers customized solutions that drive significant value for their customers. Under his leadership, the Intellective team has successfully developed innovative ServiceNow products that reduce development time and costs.In the episode, Ritesh discusses:0:00 His experience blending design and tech to enhance ServiceNow experience2:13 Transforming ServiceNow UX with unique, productized solutions at Intellective6:39 How Paramount unified global intranet using Intellective's ServiceNow tools9:29 An insight into their remote team blending UX, design and ServiceNow expertise11:56 Evolving from consulting to product, now a bold unified solution14:02 Building exciting impactful, large-scale ServiceNow solutions

Episode 224: The Hidden Leadership Power of UX ThinkingIn this episode, Dr. Janel Anderson redefines user experience (UX) beyond digital design, exploring how UX thinking can transform leadership and company culture. Drawing from her extensive background in UX and leadership, she explains how principles like empathy, clarity, and iterative improvement can be applied to team management, policy creation, and organizational systems. Dr. Janel shares practical examples and strategies for applying UX thinking at every level—whether you're a C-suite executive or an individual contributor. No matter your role, this episode provides actionable ideas to enhance experiences and drive organizational success through a user-centered, human-focused leadership mindset.Find show notes at https://janelanderson.com/224

Today, we're airing a Radio Cherry Bombe episode with amateur baker and Google UX expert Elisa Sunga, the founder of Cake Picnic. She was hoping 15 folks would attend the very first Cake Picnic; more than 300 folks RSVP'd. The first rule of Cake Picnic is simple: “No cake, no entry.” Today, people are DM'ing and emailing her from around the world, asking for Elisa to bring Cake Picnic to their town. She already has a 7,000-person waitlist for the gathering scheduled for New York. Elisa joins host Kerry Diamond to unpack the popularity of Cake Picnic and the unexpected momentum behind it. They explore how her background in UX design at Google informs her approach to community-building, her online persona, and the story behind the Bucket List Bake Club. Plus, she shares how Cake Picnic has become a reflection of a broader cultural hunger for joy, connection, and creative expression.Jubilee L.A. tickets are on sale now!Summer Tastemaker Tour in Nashville on 8/15Get The Power IssueVisit cherrybombe.com for subscriptions, show transcripts, and tickets to upcoming events.More on Elisa: Instagram, Cake Picnic, Salted RyeMore on Jessie: Instagram, “Salty, Cheesy, Herby, Crispy Snackable Bakes” cookbook

Think all you need is a polished portfolio and perfect case study to land your next job? Trevor Alexander says otherwise. In this episode, we challenge the traditional career advice designers are given, and talk about what actually leads to long-term success, resilience, and trust.What if everything you've been told about how to build a successful design career was wrong?If you're still clinging to the idea that a polished portfolio and deep Figma skills are your best bet for success in UX, this episode is going to challenge that—hard. I sat down with Trevor Alexander, author of An Ugly Design Career, to talk about why those things might actually be distractions.We cover everything from the myth of the “pretty” career to the real-world power of trust, communication, and grit. Trevor shares how he's thrived in UX without a portfolio or job applications, because people keep bringing him along for the ride. Not because of fancy job titles, but because of how he shows up.From improv classes and Toastmasters to lifestyle creep and living in a founder's basement, Trevor drops wisdom that hits different in today's job market. Whether you're new to UX or 15 years in, this episode is a gut check on what really matters. Give it a listen, and maybe rethink what “better” looks like.Topics:• 11:16 The Importance of Soft Skills in Design• 21:30 The Role of Tenacity in a Design Career• 27:48 Defining Success: What Does ‘Better' Mean?• 32:19 Facing Job Loss and Financial Stress• 32:54 Managing Lifestyle Creep• 33:19 The Importance of Fiscal Responsibility• 35:23 High Earnings and Financial Prudence• 39:26 Leveraging Opportunities and Networking• 41:11 Building a Resilient CareerHelpful Links:• Connect with Trevor on LinkedIn• uglydesigncareer.com—Thanks for listening! We hope you dug today's episode. If you liked what you heard, be sure to like and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And if you really enjoyed today's episode, why don't you leave a five-star review? Or tell some friends! It will help us out a ton.If you haven't already, sign up for our email list. We won't spam you. Pinky swear.• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get a FREE audiobook AND support the show⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support the show on Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out show transcripts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out our website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe on Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe on Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe on Stitcher⁠⁠

Learning isn't broken because people are lazy. It's broken because the experience is. In this episode, we're joined by Tom McDowall to talk about why most learning still feels like a chore, and how to change it.  We get into: Why more content ≠ more impact How to design frictionless, user-led learning journeys And what L&D can learn from UX, product, and service design This one's for anyone sick of seeing learning dumped on a platform and called a solution. Because if the experience sucks, the outcomes will too. LINKS:  Tom McDowall on LinkedIn  IDT YouTube Channel

Mon Carnet, le podcast de Bruno Guglielminetti Vendredi 11 juillet 2025 Débrief avec Jérôme Colombain (3:06) L'actualité de la semaine Entrevues : Prime Day : opération rabais ou machine marketing ? avec Luc Dupont (41:12) David Fayon : L'info, la désinformation et l'IA à l'ère numérique (57:10) PROMPT : Rencontre des innovateurs (1:20:28) Mathieu Lachaîne de Sentiom Billets : Weber : Stocker nos souvenirs numériques dans l'ADN (1:30:41) Entrevue Poulin : L'expérience totale en UX avec Gabrielle Bernier Bastien (1:35:36) Merci à Prompt de soutenir la production de Mon Carnet Collaborateurs : Jérôme Colombain, Luc Dupont, Thierry Weber, Jean-François Poulin www.MonCarnet.com Une production de Guglielminetti.com Juillet 2025

In this episode of PodRocket, Michael Shilman, product lead at Storybook, joins us to explore the major updates in Storybook 9. We dive into component testing, browser mode in Vitest, AI workflows, React Server Components, accessibility audits, and Storybook's growing support for frameworks like Next.js, Svelte, and React Native. Michael also shares behind-the-scenes insights on Storybook's evolution from a documentation tool to a full-fledged UI development and testing suite. Links LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shilman Github: https://github.com/shilman X: https://x.com/mshilman Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/shilman.net Resources Storybook 9 (https://storybook.js.org/blog/storybook-9/) We want to hear from you! How did you find us? Did you see us on Twitter? In a newsletter? Or maybe we were recommended by a friend? Let us know by sending an email to our producer, Em, at emily.kochanek@logrocket.com (mailto:emily.kochanek@logrocket.com), or tweet at us at PodRocketPod (https://twitter.com/PodRocketpod). Follow us. Get free stickers. Follow us on Apple Podcasts, fill out this form (https://podrocket.logrocket.com/get-podrocket-stickers), and we'll send you free PodRocket stickers! What does LogRocket do? LogRocket provides AI-first session replay and analytics that surfaces the UX and technical issues impacting user experiences. Start understanding where your users are struggling by trying it for free at LogRocket.com. Try LogRocket for free today. (https://logrocket.com/signup/?pdr) Special Guest: Michael Shilman.

What does it really take to grow from $10K MRR to $10M ARR? That leap isn't just big; it's transformative. It marks the shift from being a scrappy startup to becoming a high-growth, scalable SaaS business with a repeatable revenue engine.In Season 6 of the Grow Your B2B SaaS Podcast, Joran Hofman, founder of Reditus, sat down with 20 industry experts: founders, operators, and advisors who have either made this leap themselves or helped others do it. Together, they explored what it really takes to scale successfully.In this special episode, we've compiled all 20 answers into one insight-packed session you can absorb in just 30 to 40 minutes. If you're serious about scaling, this isn't just worth your time; it could change your entire growth trajectory. Don't miss it.Season 6 full episodesEpisode 1: Kristi Faltorusso on Customer SuccessEpisode 2: Aaron Ross on Predictable RevenueEpisode 3: Clark Barron on Demand Gen StrategyEpisode 4: Pablo Assensio on Product-Led GrowthEpisode 5: Peter Loving on UX and RevenueEpisode 6: Tom Shapiro on SEO for SaaSEpisode 7: Mina Golesorkhi on SaaS HiringEpisode 8: Johnny Staker on SaaS Growth StrategiesEpisode 9: Elliott Rayner on Strategic StorytellingEpisode 10: Craig Brown on ICP and MessagingEpisode 11: Ben Murray on Financial StrategyEpisode 12: Nicolas Calabrese on International ExpansionEpisode 13: Kevin Lems on SaaS Pricing in the AI EraEpisode 14: Ramly John on Onboarding StrategiesEpisode 15: Patrick Cumming on Paid AdsEpisode 16: Zoltan Vardy on Founder-Led SalesEpisode 17: Alexander Estner on Go-To-Market PlaybookEpisode 18: Frank Sonders on Go-To-Market StrategyEpisode 19: Ezean and Oji Odeze on Product Management Lessons

In the last lesson, I talked about the four types of UX resources that can help you scale your influence across the organization. This time, we're going to zero in on one of the most powerful tools at your disposal: the design system.If you want to move from being an implementer to a UX leader, someone who empowers others to create better experiences, a good design system is your best ally. It makes user-centered design easier for everyone else. That, in turn, frees you up to focus on the bigger picture.Let's talk about why that matters and what makes a design system truly useful.Why Design Systems Matter (Even if You Think You've Got One)I'm not just talking about a Figma file with some buttons and colors. I mean a real design system. One that's robust, well-documented, and tightly integrated with your development process.Because, people across your organization need to visualize, prototype, and test ideas quickly. If they're constantly reinventing layouts or relying on you to build everything, you become the bottleneck. A good design system short-circuits that by giving them the building blocks to create user-friendly interfaces without needing to be UX experts.That helps in several ways:Speed: Reusable components make it faster to go from idea to mockupConsistency: Interfaces follow the same design logic, reducing confusion and frictionScalability: Teams don't need to wait on you to build every screenBuilt-in best practice: Accessibility and UI standards are baked inBut for any of that to work, you've got to go beyond just handing over a Figma file.What Makes a Design System Effective?It's easy to underestimate what goes into a good design system. But if you want others to use it correctly and confidently, it needs to tick a few critical boxes.Clear DocumentationThink brand guidelines, but for components. Your team needs to know how and when to use each item. That includes the "dos and don'ts" and examples of what not to do. Misusing components is common. Like placing white text on pale backgrounds or combining elements in awkward ways. A few screenshots can save a lot of confusion.Developer-Friendly IntegrationDesign systems shouldn't just work for designers. Developers need to be able to take what they see in Figma and translate it into code. That means making component names and logic consistent between tools. Ideally, it also includes code snippets they can copy directly.Reusable Code ComponentsIf you've got a design system in Figma but no matching code components in your front-end library, you're only halfway there. Work with engineering to make sure each design element has a reusable, implementable counterpart in code.Modular and MaintainableYour system needs to grow with your organization. Whether you're rebranding or adding new features, your design system should make updates easier, not harder. Modular components help with that and make it easier to iterate as standards evolve.Governance and Ongoing OwnershipThis isn't a "set and forget" resource. A design system needs love and maintenance. Set up lightweight processes for reviewing and updating it regularly. That might mean assigning someone ownership or scheduling a quarterly design system review.You Don't Need to Build It All at OnceA solid design system is a powerful investment. But it doesn't need to be perfect or comprehensive from day one. Start small. Pick a few high-use components like buttons, form fields, and modals, and document those well. Build from there as your needs and capacity allow.The important part is getting something usable into people's hands as early as possible.Your Action StepStart by taking inventory. What components or styles are you re-creating over and over again? Could you package those into a starter design system for others to use?Next time, we'll talk about the tools you can provide that make research, testing, and prototyping much easier for your colleagues.

Timestamps00:00 – Introduction00:28 – What are Babel Fees?01:56 – MLabs' Leaner Approach: Pisa02:24 – How Pisa Works02:52 – Wallet & DApp Integration Goals03:19 – Example Use Case04:19 – Pisa User Experience05:12 – Integration Options06:09 – Confirming ADA Is Still Used Under the Hood06:37 – SPO Involvement?07:34 – How Pisa Handles Transactions08:31 – What Users Receive09:30 – Pisa Fees & Revenue Model11:09 – Support for Long-Tail Tokens12:07 – Developer Integration Effort13:35 – Target Audience & SDKs14:05 – Pisa Launch Timeline14:33 – Upcoming CIP Standard15:27 – Closing RemarksIn this episode, I speak with Ben Hart, Chase, and Luke from MLabs about Pisa – their smart contract implementation of Babel fees on Cardano. Pisa allows users to pay for transaction fees, minimum ADA, and collateral using native tokens instead of ADA. The smart contract handles real-time token swaps behind the scenes and returns a ready-to-submit transaction. No changes to the Cardano ledger are required. SPOs are involved as normal, and there's no batching – just seamless UX. Developers can integrate Pisa with a few lines of code via HTTP API or an upcoming NPM package. Topics include:What Babel fees areHow Pisa improves the user experienceDifferences from other solutions like AquariumDeveloper integration and the planned CIPLaunch timelines and supported tokensPisa launches within 60 days and is set to improve onboarding for wallets, DeFi apps, and games across Cardano.

Send us a textIn this episode, Danny chats with Santi Schamberger, passionate and dedicated web developer at Optidge. They dive into the foundational elements of successful websites, the evolution of WordPress, and why UX matters more than flashy design. Santi opens up about his self-taught journey, agency life, and how real impact comes from aligning websites with actual business goals. This episode provides a roadmap for creating digital experiences that not only look professional but actually drive business results. An Optidge "Office Hours" EpisodeOur Office Hours episodes are your go-to for details, how-to's, and advice on specific marketing topics. Join our fellow Optidge team members, and sometimes even 1:1 teachings from Danny himself, in these shorter, marketing-focused episodes every few weeks. Get ready to get marketing!Episode Highlights:Santi breaks down why good, optimized websites convert — and pretty ones often don't.He shares how learning SEO, design, and development together creates a complete skill set for developers and his tips along his self-taught journey in web development. Discover through Santi's experience why collaboration between designers and developers is key in preventing digital disasters.Learn how WordPress, Elementor, and Hello Theme make life easier for devs and clients.A 30% lift in conversions? Santi proves data-led redesigns actually work.Episode Links:

Also on YouTube...What's really holding your Shopify store back? After 10,000 UX audits, Oddit co-founder Shaun Brandt has answers, and most stores are making the same 7 mistakes. Menus that bury the merch. Popups that hijack the screen. Product pages with zero context.This episode is a takedown of bad ecommerce decisions, packed with fixes that actually make you more money. Whether you're running a $50k side hustle or an eight-figure brand, the solutions are simple and the impact is real.If your conversion rate's stuck, this is your episode.Sponsors:Zipify – Build high-converting sales funnelsCleverific – Smart order editing for ShopifyLinksOdditShaun Brandt on LinkedInShopify Blog: What Is Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO)?Work With KurtApplyResultsNewsletter

Todd Olson joins me to talk about making analytics worth paying for and relevant in the age of AI. The CEO of Pendo, an analytics SAAS company, Todd shares how the company evolved to support a wider audience by simplifying dashboards, removing user roadblocks, and leveraging AI to both generate and explain insights. We also talked about the roles of product management at Pendo. Todd views AI product management as a natural evolution for adaptable teams and explains how he thinks about hiring product roles in 2025. Todd also shares how he thinks about successful user adoption of his product around “time to value” and “stickiness” over vanity metrics like time spent.    Highlights/ Skip to: How Todd has addressed analytics apathy over the past decade at Pendo (1:17) Getting back to basics and not barraging people with more data and power (4:02) Pendo's strategy for keeping the product experience simple without abandoning power users (6:44) Whether Todd is considering using an LLM (prompt-based) answer-driven experience with Pendo's UI (8:51) What Pendo looks for when hiring product managers right now, and why (14:58) How Pendo evaluates AI product managers, specifically (19:14) How Todd Olson views AI product management compared to traditional software product management (21:56) Todd's concerns about the probabilistic nature of AI-generated answers in the product UX (27:51) What KPIs Todd uses to know whether Pendo is doing enough to reach its goals (32:49)   Why being able to tell what answers are best will become more important as choice increases (40:05)   Quotes from Today's Episode “Let's go back to classic Geoffrey Moore Crossing the Chasm, you're selling to early adopters. And what you're doing is you're relying on the early adopters' skill set and figuring out how to take this data and connect it to business problems. So, in the early days, we didn't do anything because the market we were selling to was very, very savvy; they're hungry people, they just like new things. They're getting data, they're feeling really, really smart, everything's working great. As you get bigger and bigger and bigger, you start to try to sell to a bigger TAM, a bigger audience, you start trying to talk to the these early majorities, which are, they're not early adopters, they're more technology laggards in some degree, and they don't understand how to use data to inform their job. They've never used data to inform their job. There, we've had to do a lot more work.” Todd (2:04 - 2:58) “I think AI is amazing, and I don't want to say AI is overhyped because AI in general is—yeah, it's the revolution that we all have to pay attention to. Do I think that the skills necessary to be an AI product manager are so distinct that you need to hire differently? No, I don't. That's not what I'm seeing. If you have a really curious product manager who's going all in, I think you're going to be okay. Some of the most AI-forward work happening at Pendo is not just product management. Our design team is going crazy. And I think one of the things that we're seeing is a blend between design and product, that they're always adjacent and connected; there's more sort of overlappiness now.” Todd (22:41 - 23:28) “I think about things like stickiness, which may not be an aggregate time, but how often are people coming back and checking in? And if you had this companion or this agent that you just could not live without, and it caused you to come into the product almost every day just to check in, but it's a fast check-in, like, a five-minute check-in, a ten-minute check-in, that's pretty darn sticky. That's a good metric. So, I like stickiness as a metric because it's measuring [things like], “Are you thinking about this product a lot?” And if you're thinking about it a lot, and like, you can't kind of live without it, you're going to go to it a lot, even if it's only a few minutes a day. Social media is like that. Thankfully I'm not addicted to TikTok or Instagram or anything like that, but I probably check it nearly every day. That's a pretty good metric. It gets part of my process of any products that you're checking every day is pretty darn good. So yeah, but I think we need to reframe the conversation not just total time. Like, how are we measuring outcomes and value, and I think that's what's ultimately going to win here.” Todd (39:57) Links LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddaolson/  X: https://x.com/tolson  todd@pendo.io 

In Part One of this Talkin' Shop and Ask Me Anything combo session, the group discusses the following subjects: Artificial intelligence, design systems, UX writing, high-level book recommendations, recognizing Frankenstein design requests, achieving contentment as a UX professional, and the importance of UX strategy. REMINDER: Video is available for this episode via select resources. #ux#podcasts#cxofmradio#cxofm#realuxtalk#worldofux#worldoux Bookmark the new World of UX website at https://www.worldoux.com. Visit the UX Uncensored blog at https://uxuncensored.medium.com. Get your specialized UX merchandise at https://www.kaizentees.com.

Are you a SaaS founder struggling to hit your first $10K in MRR? You're not alone it's the first major hurdle every SaaS founder faces: proving your product, landing real customers, and building traction. In Season 6 of the The Grow B2B SaaS podcast, Joran Hofaman spoke to 20 successful SaaS founders and experts who've been through it, and at the end of each interview, He asked them one question: “What's your best advice for reaching $10K MRR?” This episode brings all their answers together into one powerful, no-fluff summary and before each expert speaks, he'll tell you which episode they're from so you can check out their full story. If you're growing a SaaS, this episode is packed with the insights you wish you had months ago.Key Timecodes(1:07) - Episode 1: Kristi Faltorusso on Customer Success(2:35) - Episode 2: Aaron Ross on Predictable Revenue(5:11) - Episode 3: Clark Barron on Demand Gen Strategy(6:20) - Episode 4: Pablo Assensio on Product-Led Growth(7:44) - Episode 5: Peter Loving on UX and Revenue(9:04) - Episode 6: Tom Shapiro on SEO for SaaS(10:29) - Episode 7: Mina Golesorkhi on SaaS Hiring(12:59) - Episode 8: Johnny Staker on SaaS Growth Strategies(14:12) - Episode 9: Elliott Rayner on Strategic Storytelling(16:42) - Episode 10: Craig Brown on ICP and Messaging(18:56) - Episode 11: Ben Murray on Financial Strategy(20:05) - Episode 12: Nicolas Calabrese on International Expansion(22:33) - Episode 13: Kevin Lems on SaaS Pricing in the AI Era(24:21) - Episode 14: Ramly John on Onboarding Strategies(26:09) - Episode 15: Patrick Cumming on Paid Ads(28:19) - Episode 16: Zoltan Vardy on Founder-Led Sales(29:36) - Episode 17: Alexander Estner on Go-To-Market Playbook(30:55) - Episode 18: Frank Sonders on Go-To-Market Strategy(32:12) - Episode 19: Ezean and Oji Odeze on Product Management Lessons

In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: Hi Dave and Jamison, Long-time listener, first-time question asker. Thank you both for the wisdom, perspective, and jokes you bring to the podcast. I recently received an inheritance of around $500,000. It's not “quit your job and buy a yacht” money, but it is enough to reshape my life. I'm in my late 30s, currently working in a senior engineering role. I've had a solid run in the world of code, but I'm ready to walk away from it, zero regrets, just done. What's pulling me now is UX and product design: more creative, human-centered, systems-aware work. I've applied for a one year master's program in UX design, starting in 2026. I'm planning a sabbatical before that to travel, reset, and explore - think trains across Canada, a design conference in Vienna, a food tour in Greece. I'm also investing in short courses and portfolio work during that time. Financially, I've been careful: I paid off my mortgage, invested part of the inheritance, and set up a buffer. So I'm not winging it… but I am stepping away from a six-figure salary, a career my friends and family have supported me to build, and am will have no income for the next 18 months, and that's a little scary. I want to use this opportunity well, not just coast, or panic-spend, or accidentally put myself in a worse position five years from now. How would you approach this kind of mid-career pivot with a windfall cushion? Any mental models, risk assessments, or “soft skills” wisdom to help me stay brave and smart? Thanks again for everything you put out into the world. Hi Soft Skills Engineering Team, I'm the oldest person on my team (by a respectable margin), and I've been taking great delight in gently baffling my younger colleagues with expressions like “I'll get that done in two ticks,” “give me a bell if you need help,” and “stay on the line after stand-up” (even though we're on Teams, not a landline). It has become a bit of a sport for me to see how many retro, obscure, or regionally-specific phrases I can sneak into our chats and meetings before someone finally asks, “What are you even saying?” My question is: What other delightfully old-school and vaguely professional expressions can I deploy to maintain my status as the team's resident linguistic cryptid? Thanks for all the great advice you give, and for validating my mission to keep corporate life interesting! Warmest regards, Resident Old Person

Join me as I chat with Amir to discuss how Cursor can function as a comprehensive interface for business operations beyond traditional coding. Through demonstrations of Model Context Protocols (MCPs), Amir illustrates how to automate financial reporting, conduct UX analysis, create marketing content, and perform QA testing—all within Cursor. The conversation highlights how this approach can dramatically improve productivity by eliminating the need to switch between different applications. Timestamps: • 00:00 - Intro • 01:03 - Overview of using Cursor beyond coding • 02:40 - Finance automation with Xero MCP • 07:58 - UX analysis using Playwright MCP • 14:37 - Sales/Marketing automation with Perplexity and Firecrawl MCPs • 23:51 - QA testing automation • 26:50 - Advice for non-technical users getting started with Cursor Key Points: • How Cursor AI can be used beyond coding to manage finance, analytics, design, and marketing tasks • Model Context Protocols (MCPs) allow seamless integration with third-party services like Xero, Playwright, and Perplexity • Automated workflows can handle accounting tasks, UX analysis, content creation, and QA testing • Different AI models serve different purposes: "thinking models" for planning and "agentic models" for execution LCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/ Boringmarketing - Vibe Marketing for Companies: https://www.boringmarketing.com/ The Vibe Marketer - Join the Community and Learn:https://www.thevibemarketer.com Startup Empire - a membership for builders who want to build cash-flowing businesses https://www.skool.com/startupempire/about FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/ FIND AMIR ON SOCIAL Humblytics: https://humblytics.com/?via=community X/Twitter: https://x.com/amirmxt Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@amirmxt Build, Ship, Market: https://buildshipmarket.com

Feel like your UX experience is too complex to explain—or too chaotic to package into a clear story? In this open house interview, Steve Sanshwe shares how he went from a chaotic job search and overwhelming case studies to landing a Principal Product Designer role—faster than he expected and at a higher level than he applied for.Steve explains how he used the Career Strategy Lab to reframe his experience, clarify his story, and attract the right roles (without redesigning his resume 10 times or burning out in the process). Whether you're drowning in too much experience or unsure how to stand out, Steve's journey offers practical takeaways and proof that progress—not perfection—is what moves the needle.What You'll Learn in This Episode:✔️ Why Steve finally stopped rewriting the same case study and joined CSL✔️ The mindset shift that helped him clarify his story and build confidence✔️ How reframing your portfolio can attract better-fit opportunities✔️ Why he landed a higher-level role than he applied for✔️ How he used his Compass Statement to own the interview✔️ Why saying “no” to the wrong roles helped him find the right one—fastTimestamps:01:00 Episode Context and Audience02:09 Steve's Career Journey and UX Experience05:26 The Impact of Career Strategy Lab11:32 Iterative Process and Sprints16:52 Final Tips and Conclusion19:02 Closing Remarks and Podcast Information⭐ Support the show! Leave a rating on Spotify or a review on Apple Podcasts to help more UX professionals find this podcast.

In this episode, we went live from Permissionless with Pat Kim, Sal Qadir, and Vishal Gupta to discuss the evolving landscape of consumer crypto apps. We dove into hybrid CeFi-DeFi platforms, real-time data markets, asset discoverability, wallet UX, on-chain trading trends, ecosystem selection, and more. Enjoy! As always, remember this podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely their opinions, not financial advice. -- Katana is a DeFi-first chain built for deep liquidity and high yield. No empty emissions, just real yield and sequencer fees routed back to DeFi users.  Pre-deposit now: Earn high APRs with Turtle Club https://app.turtle.club/campaigns/katana or spin the wheel with Katana Krates https://app.katana.network/krates -- Ledger, the global leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors 0xResearch! As Ledger celebrates 10 years of securing 20% of global crypto, it remains the top choice for securing your assets. Buy a LEDGER™ device now and build confidently, knowing your precious tokens are safe. Buy now on https://shop.ledger.com/?r=1da180a5de00. -- Marinade is the premier staking delegation platform on Solana, bringing billions in liquidity and security to the Solana network, and connecting SOL holders to the best staking rates.  Since launching in 2021, Marinade has expanded their suite of products to provide solutions for both DeFi users and TradFi, including liquid and native staking, as well as direct enterprise integrations.  To learn more about Marinade, follow the link below: https://marinade.finance/?utm_source=blockworks&utm_medium=partnerships&utm_campaign=podcast -- Follow Pat: https://x.com/patkkim Follow Sal: https://x.com/salxyz Follow Vishal: https://x.com/vishalkgupta Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Follow Blockworks Research: https://x.com/blockworksres Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3foDS38 Subscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3SNhUEt Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3NlP1hA Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ Join the 0xResearch Telegram group: https://t.me/+z0H6y2bS-dllODVh -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (4:48) Consumer Trends (10:05) Ads (Katana & Ledger) (10:42) Differentiating Product UX (16:38) Choosing Where to Build (21:13) Ads (Katana & Ledger) (22:18) Attracting New Users (31:15) Marinade Ad (31:47) Defining Success (35:31) Product Roadmaps (37:22) The Most Exciting Trends -- Check out Blockworks Research today! Research, data, governance, tokenomics, and models – now, all in one place Blockworks Research: https://www.blockworksresearch.com/ Free Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter -- Disclaimer: Nothing said on 0xResearch is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Boccaccio, Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

Today, we've got two very different stories in one episode. First, Steven Goldfeder, co-founder of Offchain Labs, joins Unchained to explain why Robinhood is rebuilding its product on the Arbitrum tech stack, what it says about crypto's evolution, and how this could finally bridge Web2 and Web3. Then, Calvin Hamilton breaks down the bizarre $59 million bet on whether President Zelensky wore a suit — and why vague rules, a fateful tweet, and one protocol's vote could damage Polymarket's reputation. Visit our website for breaking news, analysis, op-eds, articles to learn about crypto, and much more: unchainedcrypto.com Focal by FalconX Ledn Steven Goldfeder, co-founder and CEO of Offchain Labs Calvin Hamilton, Polymarket bettor on the ‘yes' of the Zelensky dispute. Unchained: Robinhood Is Building Its Own Layer 2 Blockchain Robinhood's presentation at ETHcc: To Catch A Token Rob Hadick's tweet on tokenized stocks  Timestamps:

David from Blockworks and Omar from Dragonfly join the show to debate Coinbase vs Robinhood, two companies racing to become the dominant financial super app. We break down their business models, growth strategies, tokenized asset plays, and how each is approaching crypto, equities, and infrastructure. Will Robinhood's slick UX and expanding product suite win the next generation? Or will Coinbase's onchain infra and stablecoin moat prove unbeatable? Omar & Dragonfly https://x.com/TheOneandOmsy https://x.com/Dragonfly_xyz David & Blockworks https://x.com/EffortCapital https://x.com/BlockworksAdv ---

#620: You probably think your value to your employer equals your paycheck. Katie Gatti Tassin has news for you — you're worth way more than that. The host of "Money with Katie" recently joined us to break down a framework that could change how you negotiate forever. Her formula is simple: Your worth equals your market rate plus what it costs to replace you, raised to the power of your unique skills. Most people focus only on market rate — what similar jobs pay in your area. You can find this through salary transparency laws, LinkedIn data, or job postings. But that's just the starting point. The real eye-opener? Replacement costs. When you leave, companies face recruiting fees, interview time, onboarding expenses, and lost productivity. For mid-level roles, recruiters charge 15 to 25 percent of your first-year salary. Senior positions cost even more — headhunters for executive roles charge 25 to 35 percent of total compensation. A company replacing an $80,000 employee might pay $20,000 just in recruiter fees. For a $200,000 executive, that jumps to $70,000. Add training time and the productivity gap while they search, and replacement costs can hit 50 to 200 percent of annual salary. Then there's your "special sauce" — the unique value you bring. Maybe you have deep client relationships, specialized skills, or institutional knowledge that would take months for a replacement to develop. Katie learned this framework through her own career pivots. She started as an ad copywriter but shifted into user experience writing after working closely with a UX designer who told her the pay was much better. That internal pivot positioned her for an external move that doubled her compensation from $70,000 to $140,000. Katie had to catch a flight — she visited our New York studios during her book launch tour — but the conversation covers practical tactics for earning more and building wealth. For more information, visit the show notes at https://affordanything.com/episode620 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices