Why I left, what pushed me to make the leap, and some things I'd consider if you (like many!) are experiencing UX burnout. If you're questioning whether to go into or stay into UX (or just want an unfiltered take on the reality of life as a product designer), this is for you.
Suzy Welch podcast episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PBswc1UON3U
😘 SMASH that Like button as if it's the 'remind me later' option on a software update that pops up while you're deep in a Figma flow state.
#ux #design #startups #productdesign #uxcareer
Timecodes
0:00 - Intro
1:02 - UX burnout & fallout
2:54 - Looking for my "UX mojo"
4:42 - Breakthrough; Suzy Welch values
7:00 - Quitting UX & starting a business
8:53 - Sidenote! Living in Spain
10:25 - Why product designers can make great entrepreneurs
11:16 - Full time vs. entrepreneur tradeoffs
12:58 - Conclusion, final words of advice
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