Hello everyone, and welcome to another exciting episode recap of "From Founders to Builders." Today, we're diving into the story of Elizabeth Morin-Lessard and her remarkable transition from academia to UX research. This post encapsulates our recent conversation and highlights the key points Elizabeth shared about

Hello everyone! Welcome back to "From Founders to Builders". We're back after the summer break, it's been a bit more than a month.! Today, I'm thrilled to share an amazing guest episode where I got the chance to sit down with the

Welcome back to another exciting blog post from the "From Funders to Builders" series! In this episode, we talked with Roberta Dombrowski, Research Partner at Maze and Leadership Coach at Learn Mindfully. Roberta has been in the research space for a decade, transitioning from ed-tech products to specializing

Today we'll dive into the crucial steps you need to take when you start as the first researcher in a company. This post will guide you through the initial phase of your journey, setting you up for success and helping you build a solid foundation for your role.

Hello everyone! Welcome to another edition of the From Founders to Builders newsletter. Today, I'm jotting down some thoughts on Product Discovery. The Emerging Landscape of Product Discovery Product Discovery has been on everyone's lips lately, especially in the product world. Conferences, events, and even there

Hello everyone! It's Julian here, bringing you another episode of "From Founders to Builders." This time we had the pleasure of talking with Caitlin Sullivan, a seasoned expert in the realm of user research and startups. Caitlin's insights were not only invaluable but also

Researchers, maybe it’s time we reshuffle the cards. I was reading User Interviews’s State of UXR 2024 Report just now and I’m trying to wrap my head around some of the stuff there. Research is changing. According to the study, slowly but steadily, user research is more

Introduction Yao Adantor is a the founder of Research Bookmark, the world's biggest knowledge engine for user experience and a Senior Researcher, currently leading research projects at Ford Motors. In a recent enlightening conversation, UX research expert Yao Adantor shared his optimistic vision for the future of UX

Spring is in full swing already! As days go longer and warmer, many things start to bloom. New conferences, events and ideas all over the place! So much going on this month! BIG NEWS I'm delighted to announce the launch of the From Finders to Builders Discord Community!

In this episode, we delve into the story of Odette, a seasoned leader in UX research, bringing forth a fresh perspective as a neurodivergent professional. From her personal experiences to her professional strategies, Odette's narrative provides a compelling glimpse into the multifaceted landscape of research and leadership. Who&

I had the chance to interview the AMAZING Ruby Pryor, a seasoned UX researcher based in Singapore, shared valuable insights into the evolving field of UX research. From her journey into UX research to navigating continuous discovery and strategic work, Ruby provided thought-provoking perspectives and actionable advice. Who's

I've been toying with the idea of starting a podcast for almost a year an a half. I wanted to put my thoughts out there and I wanted to learn (and also jam!) with people I admire and respect. So I decided to take the leap. First and

In recent times, research repositories have surged in popularity, akin to a chart-topping hit in the realm of research and development. They've become the go-to solution for many teams and researchers aiming to streamline their processes and enhance collaboration. However, amidst the excitement surrounding repositories, it's

Research Operations is intimately linked to UX Research. No surprise, given that the main objective of ReOps is to support research’s work and make it more efficient and scalable. In fact, approximately 98% of the Ops roles exist when there is already a Research function in place. In companies

A repository is an invaluable tool for storing and sharing information efficiently throughout an organization. However, creating a research repository without a well-planned strategy in place can hinder its adoption and its effectiveness. There are no one-size-fits-all or ready-made recipes for building a successful repo, so you need to figure

Introduction Discovering and delivering innovative products that meet user needs is a top priority for businesses. Continuous Discovery (CD) is catching on and it has emerged as a powerful methodology to drive iterative and user-centric innovation. However, organizations often encounter challenges that hinder the effectiveness of their discovery efforts, especially