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UI Narrative: UX, UI, IxD, Design and Research

UI Narrative: UX, UI, IxD, Design and Research

Tolu Garcia

Have you ever wondered how the user interface (UI) design was created for a game, website, or app you love? What about the time you were using a website or app and thought, "this could be a better experience, but I wouldn't even know where to start"? UI Narrative shares the stories of black/people of color interface designers and researchers and their contributions towards creating user-centered experiences. We also discuss Tolu Garcia's experience as a Senior Product Designer and how she continues to level up as a black woman in the tech space. Join Tolu bi-weekly to get constructive advice, tools, and insight to help you create successful products.

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UI Narrative: UX, UI, IxD, Design and Research - Is A Career In UI or UX Design Right For You?

Is A Career In UI or UX Design Right For You?

UI Narrative: UX, UI, IxD, Design and Research

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10/14/19 • 30 min

Episode 12 Show Notes:

I hope that by me going over what it’s like to be in each role it’ll help you have more confidence to pursue a career in UI or UX Design.

Mentions:

Layout Grading System (Design Help)

https://learn.uinarrative.com/gradingsystem/

UI Reading list

https://uxplanet.org/top-16-free-ux-ui-design-books-worth-reading-in-2018-ffab21b16393

UX reading list

https://medium.com/interactive-mind/the-only-ux-reading-list-ever-d420edb3f4ff

Asana

https://asana.com/

UI Kits

https://ui8.net/category/freebies

Career Foundry - 7 day UI Design Short Course

https://careerfoundry.com/en/short-courses/become-a-ui-designer-o/

Skillshare

https://www.skillshare.com

UI Design Challenge

https://www.dailyui.co/

NNGroup (UX)

https://www.nngroup.com/articles/

General Assembly

https://generalassemb.ly

Podcast Info:

Listen on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher, and Spotify.

RSS feed: https://uinarrative.libsyn.com/rss

Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear.

Announcements:

Join the UI Narrative Email Club to be the first to hear about weekly blog posts and exclusive podcast recaps. You can sign up at uinarrative.com/emailclub.

Want to improve your UI design? Learn more at uinarrative.com/gradingsystem.

Let’s Connect:

Have a question for me? Email me at [email protected].

Let’s connect! #uinarrative

Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn @uinarrative

Twitter @uinarrativeco

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UI Narrative: UX, UI, IxD, Design and Research - Creating Good Work Habits

Creating Good Work Habits

UI Narrative: UX, UI, IxD, Design and Research

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11/05/19 • 39 min

Episode 13 Show Notes:

Change might not be fast and it isn't always easy. But with time and effort, almost any habit can be reshaped.

Mentions:

Be Focused - Mac

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/be-focused-focus-timer/id973134470?mt=12

Interval Timer - Desktop, iOS, Android

http://www.intervaltimer.com

Grammarly

https://www.grammarly.com

Harvest

https://www.getharvest.com

Asana

http://www.asana.com

Web Design Inspiration

https://interfaces.pro

Podcast Info:

Listen on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher, and Spotify.

RSS feed: https://uinarrative.libsyn.com/rss

Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear.

Announcements:

Join the UI Narrative Email Club to be the first to hear about weekly blog posts and exclusive podcast recaps. You can sign up at uinarrative.com/emailclub.

Want to improve your UI design? Learn more at uinarrative.com/gradingsystem.

Let’s Connect:

Have a question for me? Email me at [email protected].

Let’s connect! #uinarrative

Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn @uinarrative

Twitter @uinarrativeco

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UI Narrative: UX, UI, IxD, Design and Research - How To Facilitate a User Research Study Part 2 | Eniola Abioye, Meta

How To Facilitate a User Research Study Part 2 | Eniola Abioye, Meta

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06/16/22 • 55 min

Episode 63 Show Notes:

How To Facilitate a User Research Study Part 2 is finally here! 📝👩🏾‍💻

Once you've started your research study, there are many steps to consider to ensure your research has valuable data.

Some topics covered in this episode are:

➡️ How to properly prepare for your user interview vs. a usability test?

➡️ Best practices for facilitating user interviews

➡️ How to organize your collected data during and after your sessions

➡️ How to present your findings to the team

Take a listen and tag @uinarrativeco on Twitter with your questions or comments.

Mentions:

UX Research Help

Eniola’s Instagram - @uxoutloud

https://www.instagram.com/uxoutloud/

Eniola’s Website

https://eniolaabioye.com

Articulating design decisions book

https://bookshop.org/a/13365/9781492079224

How might we example

https://www.nngroup.com/articles/how-might-we-questions/

Podcast Info:

Transcripts available on episode web page.

Listen on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher, and Spotify.

RSS feed: https://uinarrative.libsyn.com/rss

Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear.

Let’s Connect:

Have a question for me? Email me at [email protected] OR message me on any of my social platforms.

Instagram, LinkedIn @uinarrative

Twitter @uinarrativeco

#uinarrative

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UI Narrative: UX, UI, IxD, Design and Research - Maybe You're Supposed To Be a UX Researcher | Nandi Manning, UX HER

Maybe You're Supposed To Be a UX Researcher | Nandi Manning, UX HER

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09/21/21 • 52 min

Episode 49 Show Notes:

As a designer, a lot of my podcast topics are about design. However, some of you may be struggling more than others with design, or you’re finding that your day-to-day pixel-pushing isn’t making you happy. So I must ask you, have you considered that maybe you’re not supposed to be a designer? Perhaps it’s UX Research that you’re genuinely passionate about.

Nandi Manning is currently a UX Researcher at Mailchimp, but she didn’t start her career out as a UX Researcher. She was previously a UX Designer! In this episode, she walks us through her process of transitioning from UX Designer to UX Researcher.

Take a listen and tag @uinarrativeco on Twitter with your questions or comments.

Mentions:

Nandi’s Social

Twitter: https://twitter.com/nandimanning?lang=en

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nandimanning/?hl=en

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nandi-manning-bb7a7593/

UX Her Social

UX Mentorship Program (I highly recommend): https://www.uxher.com/mentorship

Website: https://www.uxher.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weareuxher/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/weareuxher

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/weareuxher

Mobbin

https://mobbin.design/browse/ios/apps

Land-book

https://land-book.com

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Today’s sponsor, Google Design, produces original content like articles and videos to show how Google’s products come to life—and to inspire designers everywhere. Head over to goo.gle/UINarrative to get inspired.

Podcast Info:

Transcripts available on episode web page.

Listen on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher, and Spotify.

RSS feed: https://uinarrative.libsyn.com/rss

Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear.

Announcements:

Join the UI Narrative Email Club to be the first to hear about weekly blog posts and exclusive podcast recaps. You can sign up at uinarrative.com/emailclub.

Want to become a Product Designer? Or need a portfolio review? Learn more at uinarrative.com/workwithme.

Let’s Connect:

Have a question for me? Email me at [email protected].

Let’s connect! #uinarrative

Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn @uinarrative

Twitter @uinarrativeco

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UI Narrative: UX, UI, IxD, Design and Research - Why Do We Suck At Accessibility Design?

Why Do We Suck At Accessibility Design?

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01/28/20 • 29 min

Episode 17 Show Notes:

We need to take time to think about if the products we’re creating are accessible. We can’t miss out on these potential relationships with people. You never know who could impact from the product you’re helping create. We must consider them while designing.

Mentions:

Research:

https://uxdesign.cc/designing-for-accessibility-is-not-that-hard-c04cc4779d94

https://www.w3.org/WAI/business-case/

https://digileaders.com/the-business-case-for-accessibility-and-inclusive-design/

https://medium.com/@lsnrae/how-to-make-your-wireframes-more-accessible-in-five-easy-steps-d3fbec7d6556

https://vimeo.com/374642744

http://www.uiaccess.com/accessucd/evaluate.html

http://www.uiaccess.com/accessucd/personas.html

Accessibility testing tools

https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/axe-web-accessibility-tes/lhdoppojpmngadmnindnejefpokejbdd

https://www.w3.org/WAI/ER/tools/index.html

Color Blindness Simulator

http://colororacle.org

Podcast Info:

Listen on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher, and Spotify.

RSS feed: https://uinarrative.libsyn.com/rss

Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear.

Announcements:

Enter the UI/UX Giveaway at uinarrative.com/10k.

Join the UI Narrative Email Club to be the first to hear about weekly blog posts and exclusive podcast recaps. You can sign up at uinarrative.com/emailclub.

Want to improve your UI design? Learn more at uinarrative.com/gradingsystem.

Let’s Connect:

Have a question for me? Email me at [email protected].

Let’s connect! #uinarrative

Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn @uinarrative

Twitter @uinarrativeco

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UI Narrative: UX, UI, IxD, Design and Research - How To Freelance With A Full-Time Job

How To Freelance With A Full-Time Job

UI Narrative: UX, UI, IxD, Design and Research

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02/25/20 • 43 min

Episode 19 Show Notes:

Freelancing with a full-time job can affect your social life, depending on how much work you take on. You can get lonely if you aren’t aware of how you’re feeling. So out of everything I’ve said today, the most important thing is to take care of yourself.

Book a 1:1 session or workshop with Tolu

7 sessions available are: Professional Opinion, Portfolio Review, Discovery, Mobile App Design Workshop, Mobile App Review, UX Research Workshop, and Follow-up.

uinarrative.com/workwithme

Mentions:

dailyui.co

https://rocketreach.co

https://www.thebalancecareers.com

https://creativeclass.co

https://invoicehome.com

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/be-focused-focus-timer/id973130201

Resume Examples:

https://medium.com/p/deedb315ec47/responses/show

Proposal Examples:

https://www.pandadoc.com/graphic-design-proposal-template/

https://www.invisionapp.com/inside-design/how-to-write-a-proposal/

Podcast Info:

Listen on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher, and Spotify.

RSS feed: https://uinarrative.libsyn.com/rss

Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear.

Announcements:

Join the UI Narrative Email Club to be the first to hear about weekly blog posts and exclusive podcast recaps. You can sign up at uinarrative.com/emailclub.

Want to improve your UI design? Learn more at uinarrative.com/gradingsystem.

Let’s Connect:

Have a question for me? Email me at [email protected].

Let’s connect! #uinarrative

Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn @uinarrative

Twitter @uinarrativeco

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UI Narrative: UX, UI, IxD, Design and Research - Approaching Design With a Builders Mindset | Randall Wilson, Capital One
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08/26/21 • 49 min

Episode 47 Show Notes:

Randall Wilson has been a designer for several years and has spent a decade working at Capital One. I was surprised when I saw his long tenure with a company because I've had to jump to new positions to achieve growth opportunities and salary increase in my career. His response to why he's stayed so long was, "People don't leave jobs, they leave managers," and that phrase has stuck with me because it's so genuine.

There's a lot more I'd love to share with you about Randall's career experience, like being on the hit TV Show Lego Masters and how his background in architecture influences his design.

Take a listen and tag @uinarrativeco on Twitter with your questions or comments.

Mentions:

Randall Wilson’s Social

Instagram @therockfiles

Linkedin @randallwilson

Twitter @RW2Designs

Most Incredible - Website

Most Incredible on Instagram @mostincrediblestudio

HUE Design Summit - Website Twitter Instagram @huedesignsummit

Lego Masters Interview

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Today’s sponsor, Google Design, produces original content like articles and videos to show how Google’s products come to life—and to inspire designers everywhere. Head over to goo.gle/UINarrative to get inspired.

Podcast Info:

Transcripts available on episode web page.

Listen on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher, and Spotify.

RSS feed: https://uinarrative.libsyn.com/rss

Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear.

Announcements:

Join the UI Narrative Email Club to be the first to hear about weekly blog posts and exclusive podcast recaps. You can sign up at uinarrative.com/emailclub.

Want to become a Product Designer? Or need a portfolio review? Learn more at uinarrative.com/workwithme.

Let’s Connect:

Have a question for me? Email me at [email protected].

Let’s connect! #uinarrative

Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn @uinarrative

Twitter @uinarrativeco

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UI Narrative: UX, UI, IxD, Design and Research - Preparing For UX Interviews | Nasom Ikoko

Preparing For UX Interviews | Nasom Ikoko

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03/31/20 • 50 min

Episode 21 Show Notes:

Nasom and I talk about what to prepare for a UX interview and what to expect. We also go on a rant about design challenges and advice for when your’re nervous at an interview.

Mentions:

Book a 1:1 Discovery Call with Tolu

https://uinarrative.com/discovery

Job Board

https://www.angel.co

Glassdoor

https://www.glassdoor.com

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/

Indeed

https://www.indeed.com/

Slack Groups

Design X - Canada|USA|Europe

https://designx.community/slack/

United Designers - USA

https://uniteddesigners.chat

Black UX Network

https://www.instagram.com/blackuxnetwork/?hl=en

Blacks Who Design

https://blackswho.design

Hexagon

http://hexagonux.com/join-us

A directory of UX Design slack groups

https://www.userzoom.com/blog/a-directory-of-ux-design-slack-groups/

https://thenextweb.com/syndication/2018/05/08/28-helpful-slack-communities-you-should-join-as-a-ux-designer/

Link to interview questions

https://www.thebalancecareers.com/how-to-prepare-for-a-job-interview-2061361

Podcast Info:

Listen on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher, and Spotify.

RSS feed: https://uinarrative.libsyn.com/rss

Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear.

Announcements:

Join the UI Narrative Email Club to be the first to hear about weekly blog posts and exclusive podcast recaps. You can sign up at uinarrative.com/emailclub.

Want to improve your UI design? Learn more at uinarrative.com/gradingsystem.

Let’s Connect:

Have a question for me? Email me at [email protected].

Let’s connect! #uinarrative

Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn @uinarrative

Twitter @uinarrativeco

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UI Narrative: UX, UI, IxD, Design and Research - Starting Your UX Career With No Degree | Jeremy Gaston

Starting Your UX Career With No Degree | Jeremy Gaston

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08/10/21 • 54 min

Episode 46 Show Notes:

You can indeed start your career in UX with no college degree, but how is it possible to land a job afterward? In this episode, Jeremy Gaston and I discuss his journey to becoming a UX Designer with no college degree. He stresses the importance of understanding the value you bring to your clients and finding education tailored to your learning needs. We also break down methods he used to grow and how he learned to excel with imposter syndrome. Take a listen and tag @uinarrativeco on Twitter with your questions or comments.

Mentions:

Jeremy Gaston’s social

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jrmygstn/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrmygstn

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jrmygstn

Uballn app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/uballn-organize-play-earn/id1457252158

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Today’s sponsor, Google Design, produces original content like articles and videos to show how Google’s products come to life—and to inspire designers everywhere. Head over to goo.gle/UINarrative to get inspired.

Podcast Info:

Transcripts available on episode web page.

Listen on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher, and Spotify.

RSS feed: https://uinarrative.libsyn.com/rss

Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear.

Announcements:

Join the UI Narrative Email Club to be the first to hear about weekly blog posts and exclusive podcast recaps. You can sign up at uinarrative.com/emailclub.

Want to become a Product Designer? Or need a portfolio review? Learn more at uinarrative.com/workwithme.

Let’s Connect:

Have a question for me? Email me at [email protected].

Let’s connect! #uinarrative

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Twitter @uinarrativeco

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UI Narrative: UX, UI, IxD, Design and Research - How UX Designers Work Well With Agile Methods

How UX Designers Work Well With Agile Methods

UI Narrative: UX, UI, IxD, Design and Research

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02/11/20 • 35 min

Episode 18 Show Notes:

Not everyone works well in this type of environment. I personally like it because I see my ideas come to life very quickly. Is an agile process hurting you or helping you as a designer? Or could you adapt? It takes a bit of time to get used to working in agile, and I think it’s like this for everyone when they first start doing it.

Mentions:

Working Collaboratively

https://trello.com

Remote User Testing

https://usabilityhub.com

https://www.usertesting.com

https://zoom.us

Research

https://www.ambition.com.au/blog/2019/03/what-its-like-working-in-an-agile-environment

https://blog.prototypr.io/design-in-agile-2204c5943580

https://techbeacon.com/app-dev-testing/agility-beyond-history-legacy-agile-development

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agile_software_development

https://agilemanifesto.org/principles.html

https://www.blueprintsys.com/agile-development-101/agile-methodologies

https://uxdesign.cc/agile-design-process-24be92018ad2

https://www.atlassian.com/agile/design

https://www.figma.com/blog/state-of-design-systems-2018/

Podcast Info:

Listen on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher, and Spotify.

RSS feed: https://uinarrative.libsyn.com/rss

Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear.

Announcements:

Join the UI Narrative Email Club to be the first to hear about weekly blog posts and exclusive podcast recaps. You can sign up at uinarrative.com/emailclub.

Want to improve your UI design? Learn more at uinarrative.com/gradingsystem.

Let’s Connect:

Have a question for me? Email me at [email protected].

Let’s connect! #uinarrative

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Twitter @uinarrativeco

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