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Summary
Lou Rosenfeld is Rosenfeld Media's "product guy". He oversees the acquisition and editing of dozens of UX books, and is responsible for programming of four annual UX conferences (DesignOps Summit, Advancing Research, Design in Product, and Designing with AI). In this informal session, participants gathered to share ideas, get recommendations, and ask Lou burning questions.
Key Insights
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The UX profession is currently facing challenges due to market downturns and an oversupply of talent.
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AI is increasingly viewed as a tool to replace some low-level design tasks, rather than fully replacing UX professionals.
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Operations roles in design and research are likely to see growth in the coming years despite layoffs in front-line positions.
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Networking and maintaining relationships are crucial for securing employment in a competitive job market.
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Personal narratives and storytelling are important for conveying one’s value to potential employers.
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The definition of UX may be evolving from a distinct role to an integrated aspect of more general business practices.
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Many industries are seeking UX professionals, not just tech companies, highlighting the importance of versatility.
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Contracting may be a viable pathway for many to enter or re-enter the job market.
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The importance of self-care and maintaining a positive mindset for job seekers during challenging times.
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Collaboration and community support are vital for resilience and growth in the UX field.
Notable Quotes
"It's not a good time, especially if you're in the conference business."
"If I had to bet on areas that are gonna do really well in the next two to three years, I would say it's gonna be the operations side."
"Companies are hoping they can replace a lot of us with tools, so they need someone to mind the tools."
"There's always money for software, not for people."
"UX went from being an idea to an attribute, to becoming a job title, to now maybe just becoming an attribute again."
"The most interesting things are in the intersections of UX and other fields."
"This is a very odd time in the job market, with a lot of talent but limited opportunities."
"Your unique value proposition can be articulated through storytelling about your work."
"If you're able to leverage personal connections rather than relying solely on job applications, it makes a difference."
"We need to keep reinventing ourselves, that's what designers do best."
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