Navigating the Job Market: Insights from Experts

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Explore the realities of today’s UX job market with Nina Weber and Javier Andrés Bargas-Avila as they unpack ghosting, AI disruption, portfolio strategy, and how to stay resilient through career shifts and uncertainty.

What You’ll Learn

• Unpacking the emotional and strategic challenges job seekers face in an oversaturated UX market
• Exploring how a thoughtful, domain-aware portfolio can set candidates apart in a crowded field
• Emphasizing the importance of mental health, coaching, and self-awareness during career transitions

Episode Breakdown

Their insights push designers to own their narrative—tailor every touchpoint of their job search with intention, value coaching as a compass, and recognize that a strong portfolio is as much about relevance as it is about craft.

Tune in to learn how navigating today’s job market with intention can transform your career trajectory.