How can UX designers position themselves to land the best suitable roles? Our guest today is Sarah Doody, UX researcher, designer and founder of Career Strategy Lab. You'll learn what companies look for when they are hiring designers, tips for crafting your portfolio, creative ways to scope projects before starting, and more.Download the MP3 audio file: right-click here and choose Save As.

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Show Notes

Career Strategy Lab — Sarah’s six month UX career accelerator
Episode 42: Hiring for UX Positions with Sarah Doody
Shopify, Gusto — examples of companies who build reputations as employers
Help! Is There a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in the Room? — an article by Jared Spool on T-shaped professionals
Don’t Make Me Think — a book by Steve Krug
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