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by Jeremy Miller (Author), Tom Greever (Foreword by)
They don't teach this stuff in school!
Become a successful designer by uncovering everything they left off the syllabus.
Lots of UX Designers think all they need to know is how to use Figma. Unfortunately, there is a lot more to being a solid UX designer than mastering whatever the tool du jour is and cranking out beautiful wireframes.
Does this sound familiar?
Even seasoned pros hit career plateaus due to a critical blind spot in traditional education. This gap leaves you struggling to navigate the complex world of working software teams, ultimately stunting your overall impact and career growth. Countless UX designers fall into the trap of believing their design will speak for itself. The harsh reality? Your design won't speak for itself.
- Relationship Roadblocks: Weak relationship-building skills can leave you isolated, missing out on game-changing connections, mentorship, context, and opportunities.
- Team Troubles: Without the ability to seamlessly tap into and connect diverse teams, you'll struggle to make your mark and drive meaningful change.
- Real-world Reality Check: A lack of practical, real-world knowledge can leave you floundering when faced with the messy realities of actual projects.
If this sounds like you, Beyond UX Design can help.
A Must-Read for Designers Ready to Skyrocket Their Careers
Whether you're a seasoned professional or just stepping into the professional world, Beyond UX Design is your secret weapon for unprecedented success.
- For Career Veterans: Even the most experienced designers grapple with amplifying their voice and influence. Discover powerful strategies to break free from the limiting focus on hard skills alone.
- For New Designers: Starting in UX can be daunting with its myriad of technical skills and tools. Uncover the critical soft skills and unwritten rules that can make or break your career trajectory.
- Learning Beyond the Basics: Dive deep into the true essence of UX design. Master the art of grasping the bigger picture, deliver great work with low design maturity, and navigate real-world UX challenges
- A Guide to Real-World UX: Beyond UX Design bridges the gap between academic theory and real-world UX practice, offering practical insights and advice from an experienced professional.
What's inside?
Beyond UX Design is not just another UX book. It's your blueprint for mastering the essential soft skills that schools and boot camps overlook.
Discover eight chapters full of the unspoken side of UX Design
- 01 Understanding our role and its impact
- 02 The right context makes our jobs easier
- 03 Building great software with great relationships
- 04 Simplify your work with internal networking
- 05 Survive and thrive in a VUCA world
- 06 The art of stakeholder management
- 07 Dealing with the challenges of low design maturity
- 08 The value of courageous followership
Don't wait. Get your copy today!
