Over the last couple of months I finally had the time - and the mental space - to slow down and look at where I am as a designer after more than 11 years in product and UX roles. A reflection on burnout, fundamentals, AI, and why sometimes the most progressive thing you can do is go back to basics.
Writings
Notes from
the practice.
Essays on building products - and on what AI really changes for the work, from practice rather than hype. Written by a practitioner, for practitioners.
Returning to the Basics After More Than a Decade in UX
Why Skipping User Research Might Cost You More Than You Think
I recently encountered a post advocating skipping traditional user research in favour of direct sales calls. While this approach seems efficient for startups pressed for time, it compels us to reconsider what user research actually is - and what happens when you skip it.