Curious above and beyond design
From user stories to personal stories
Ever wonder how UX design and real life collide? Here, I share my thoughts on how designing for users blends with navigating the quirks of everyday life. It’s a mix of career lessons, personal musings, and a dash of humor- because life, like UX, is all about the experience.
Think of it as a backstage pass to my brain, with extra doses of ‘Wait, did that just happen?’ Be ready for the unfiltered, slightly caffeinated adventures of a UX designer trying to figure it all out and maybe, just maybe, helping you figure out a few things, too.
Design like a human, prompt like a pro: surviving the AI tool overload
AI has crept into every corner of digital work, and for UX and product designers, it’s both a shiny new toy and a surprisingly helpful assistant. If you’re a solo designer juggling hats like researcher, strategist, and documentation expert, AI might feel like the colleague you never had.
Lessons from 3rd job: big companies, bigger lessons- my UX journey so far
The third and most recent job I had came with a mix of fresh lessons and some old, familiar challenges that just won’t stop haunting me. I get it- the universe is practically screaming at me to change something, or history will keep repeating itself.
Lessons from 2nd job: work, stress, and the art of letting go- hard truths from IT
Three years in IT Procurement & Business Solutions taught me more than just how to navigate complex workflows and business strategies. It gave me hard-earned lessons about people, workplace dynamics, and personal growth. Some of these realizations were painful, but they shaped my perspective on work and life.
Lessons from 1st job: a guide for the ambitiously lost
Starting out in design is like stepping into a fast-moving river- you either learn to swim quickly or get swept away in self-doubt. Looking back at my first job, I wish I had known a few things earlier. So, here’s my take on what I learned the hard way- consider it a survival guide for new designers navigating their first real-world design role.
