Welcome to the Product Design Podcast!🎙 Hosted by Seth Coolen, founder of UX Cabin, where we create world-class web and mobile apps. In this episode, we're diving deep into how to secure a UX or product design job in 2024 despite the tough market conditions. Whether you're new to the field or looking to make a career change, we've got actionable strategies for you.🚀Key Topics Covered:Leverage Your Network: Leverage personal connections, attend meetups, and use LinkedIn effectively.Expanding Your Network: offer genuine help, compliments, or feedback to build rapport with new connections.Freelancing Opportunities: Start small with local projects to build your portfolio and experience.Copying Good Design: Improve your skills by replicating top-notch designs and adding your unique touch.Portfolio & Resume Optimization: Create a clean, effective portfolio and tailor your resume using AI tools.Embracing Feedback: Seek constructive criticism to improve your work continuously.Documenting Your Journey: Share your progress and learnings on social media for accountability and visibility.Agency Outreach: Offer your services to design agencies for freelance work and potential full-time opportunities.Creative Applications: Stand out with video introductions and follow up persistently.Resilience: Stay positive and view rejections as steps toward the right opportunity.Funny Moment:Seth shares a light-hearted story about losing his fantasy football league and the hilarious punishment from his league mates.Resources Mentioned:LinkedIn for networkingLoom for video introductionsChatGPT for resume optimizationPortfolio and resume toolsActionable Steps:Start building connections and reaching out to people in the industry.Begin small freelance projects to gain experience and build your portfolio.Regularly seek feedback and iterate on your work.Share your journey on social media to attract potential employers and collaborators.Apply to agencies and follow up on your applications with creativity and persistence.Maintain a resilient mindset and embrace rejections as part of the journey.Subscribe & Stay Tuned:If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the Product Design Podcast for more insights and interviews with top designers in the industry.Thanks for tuning in! Best of luck on your job search journey in 2024!🎉Thanks for listening to The Product Design Podcast with Seth Coelen, CEO at UX Cabin!Where to find UX Cabin: 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/uxcabin 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uxcabin/💻 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uxcabin🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uxcabin?lang=en📹 YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/UXCabin🎨 dribbble: https://dribbble.com/uxcabin⌨️ Website: https://uxcabin.com✍️ Blog: https://www.uxcabin.com/blog

👋 Hey there, loyal podcast listeners.We have an update from Seth on The Product Design Podcast.Don’t hesitate to reach out and share your thoughts and ideas to help shape the future of the show!👀 Don’t forget to catch up on all 56 episodes  https://www.uxcabin.com/the-product-design-podcastThanks for listening to The Product Design Podcast with Seth Coelen, CEO at UX Cabin!Where to find UX Cabin: 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/uxcabin 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uxcabin/💻 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uxcabin🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uxcabin?lang=en📹 YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/UXCabin🎨 dribbble: https://dribbble.com/uxcabin⌨️ Website: https://uxcabin.com✍️ Blog: https://www.uxcabin.com/blog

In episode 56 of The Product Design Podcast, Seth Coelen interviews Niel McLean, Director of Product Design at Evolus. Niel brings his perspective of a servant leader, sharing what he has learned about leadership throughout his career.During our chat, Niel shared how he got his start in design and how mentorship had been a key to his long-term success. He discusses how to gauge if your team is burning out and how to nurture your team to ensure their long-term success. This episode will help leaders to make a more significant impact on their organization and product designers looking to grow into leadership roles.During our interview with Niel, you will learn:👉 Niel’s non-traditional journey into design🤩 How mentorship can impact your career🔥 Impact of burnout and how to protect your team from it👏 How Niel nurtures his design team through servant leadership💡 How a leader can help their team member level up👍 If you enjoyed this episode, please like and subscribe so we can keep making content for you good people!💡 Don't forget to read our blog and sign up for reminders when new episodes will be available!Make sure to follow Niel after the podcast to stay on top of what he is up to!Where to find Niel:Twitter: @oamcleanLinkedIn: Niel McLeanInstagram: @niel.mcleanThanks for listening to The Product Design Podcast with Seth Coelen, CEO at UX Cabin!Where to find UX Cabin: 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/uxcabin 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uxcabin/💻 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uxcabin🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uxcabin?lang=en📹 YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/UXCabin🎨 dribbble: https://dribbble.com/uxcabin⌨️ Website: https://uxcabin.com✍️ Blog: https://www.uxcabin.com/blog

In episode 55 of The Product Design Podcast, Seth Coelen interviews Adam Perlis, CEO and Founder of Academy, which offers UX recruitment and staffing. He has had a fascinating design journey that led him to where he is today.During our talk, Adam shares the career lows that launched him into his career highs, his unique approach to UX recruitment, and what he looks for in product design talent. Adam also gives excellent strategies for applying to different companies, regardless of how long you have been in the industry.During our interview with Adam, you will learn: 🤩 Adam’s exciting career journey that led him to UX 🧠 How your mindset can change the trajectory of your career 💡Adam's unique approach to his recruiting business, Academy👀 What Adam looks for in product design talent 📢 Strategies for applying to different types of companies 👉 Adam's take on if now is a good time to break into the industry👍 If you enjoyed this episode, please like and subscribe so we can keep making content for you good people!💡 Don't forget to read our blog and sign up for reminders when new episodes will be available!Make sure to follow Adam after the podcast to stay on top of what he is up to!Where to find AdamTwitter: @AdamPerlisLinkedIn: Adam PerlisInstagram: adam_perlisAdvisory Website: adamperlis.comAcademy Website: academyux.comAcademy Blog: https://blog.academyux.comAcademy YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@academyuxAcademy Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0cAfSJ8X4bUtFHSRQ6okZE?si=o1BDnh7lRE6cHNMPzZ2BnwThanks for listening to The Product Design Podcast with Seth Coelen, CEO at UX Cabin!Where to find UX Cabin: 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/uxcabin 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uxcabin/💻 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uxcabin🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uxcabin?lang=en📹 YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/UXCabin🎨 dribbble: https://dribbble.com/uxcabin⌨️ Website: https://uxcabin.com✍️ Blog: https://www.uxcabin.com/blog