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Christopher Nguyen ⚡️ (@uxchrisnguyen)

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#68 UX fundamentals YOU should care about [7 Principles]

Going once, going twice 📣 Last call to ​get 40% discount with code CYBER. Position yourself as the skilled and scrappy UX designer. Get my 10 years of experience in my playbooks.​ Read time: under 3 minutes UI/UX Design Fundamentals As a seasoned UX designer, I've come to appreciate the importance of certain fundamentals that underpin our craft. These principles are not just theoretical constructs; they are practical guides that shape our design process and outcomes. In this week's issue,...
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1 day ago • 3 min read

#67 Yuck 🤮 Stakeholder Management [TRY THIS INSTEAD]

Looking for a UX role? ⚡️🏃‍♂️ Join Job Sprint, my digital course with coaching support, proven frameworks, & real-world practice to get your dream role on your own terms. Pre-sale now available​​ Read time: under 5 minutes The art of stakeholder communication: bridging the gap in UX Navigating the intricate landscape of UX management often means explaining complex ideas to stakeholders with varying interests. It's like describing the plot of a movie to a friend who's more into books. Today,...
5 days ago • 6 min read

#66 FIGMA Design Ninja Moves: [8 Essential Features] 🤩

A big thank you to our sponsor who keeps this newsletter free to the reader: Before Black Friday madness hits, a treat for UI/UX buffs! Discover Brizy.io - design made simple, 50% off for keeps, and a MacBook Air could be yours. Why wait? Win a MacBook Air​ Read time: under 3 minutes Figma is a Designer’s magic wand 🪄 Becoming an adept user of Figma is a crucial step on your journey to being a top-notch UX Designer. However, learning the ropes of any new design tool can be challenging and...
9 days ago • 3 min read

#65 Say goodbye to 💩 meetings [with best practices]

A big thank you to our sponsor who keeps this newsletter free to the reader: Designer alert! Black Friday's cool, but Brizy.io's cooler. No-code design magic, 50% off forever, plus a MacBook Air might just be yours! ​Peek your prize here! Read time: under 4 minutes From chaos to clarity: effective meetings in the workplace Have you ever experienced the post-meeting exhaustion that feels eerily similar to waking up after a restless night's sleep? Picture this: you dive into a project, fully...
12 days ago • 4 min read

#64 How to present your UX case study (during job interviews)

Looking for a UX role? ⚡️🏃‍♂️ Join Job Sprint, my digital course with coaching support, proven frameworks, & real-world practice to get your dream role on your own terms. Pre-sale now available​​ Read time: under 4 minutes A Comprehensive Guide to Presenting Your Case Study Effectively Hello my UX friends, Securing your dream UX job often hinges on your ability to effectively present a UX case study during an interview (UX case study presentation). This isn't merely a display of your skills...
16 days ago • 3 min read

#63 YOU need strong communication skills, here's why

Looking for a UX role? ⚡️🏃‍♂️ Join Job Sprint, my digital course with coaching support, proven frameworks, & real-world practice to get your dream role on your own terms. Pre-sale now available​​ Read time: under 5 minutes Design diplomacy: Why UX designers need strong communication skills 🗣 In the world of UX design, designers often find themselves walking a challenging tightrope. They must balance client expectations, user needs, and their own creative vision while weathering the storm of...
19 days ago • 5 min read

#61 Should you build a Design Tribe or Team?

Loving my newsletter? Consider supporting me with a cup of coffee ☕️ I'm completely self-funded and any support would mean the world to me 💜 Read time: under 5 minutes Harnessing the Power of Tribes 💪 A tribe is more than just a group of people within an organization; it's a powerful force that can revolutionize how work is accomplished. The primary objective is to establish a tribe, fostering a professional support system composed of your direct reports. Within this tribe, individuals...
26 days ago • 4 min read

#60 7 Best UX Design Courses in 2023

Loving my newsletter? Consider supporting me with a cup of coffee ☕️ I'm completely self-funded and any support would mean the world to me 💜 Read time: under 5 minutes Which Course is Best for YOU? In the fast-growing world of UX Design, the demand for competent and creative designers has never been higher. Whether you are just beginning your journey or are an experienced professional looking to sharpen your skills, this blog post will guide you through the 7 best UX Design courses in...
30 days ago • 5 min read

#59 The Art of Building Connections Between Designers 🎁 freebie included

Loving my newsletter? Consider supporting me with a cup of coffee ☕️ I'm completely self-funded and any support would mean the world to me 💜 Read time: under 3 minutes Unlocking Employee Motivation In the fast-paced world of UX management, understanding your design team's motivations and values can be a challenging yet crucial task. However, there is a powerful tool at your disposal that can simplify this process and help you connect with your direct reports on a deeper level; and it’s...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
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