Negotiating a raise: Helpful tips for first-timers

The user experience design industry is still rather young. As such, there’s a good chance that you’re relatively new to the world of business – perhaps you are working in your first job after college, or maybe you are a recent graduate, on the hunt...

3 fantastic ways to reward your employees [Video]

Recognizing your employees for a job well-done can create strong relationships and boost office morale. It can also help strengthen employee engagement. Workers who receive routine praise will be more inclined to stay loyal to your business and work their very...

Social media spring cleaning: Tips for job seekers

As a user experience designer on the hunt for an exciting new professional opportunity, you’ve no doubt taken a number of steps to land your dream role – you’ve crafted an eye-catching resume and killer cover letter, you’ve developed a...

5 strategies for attracting top millennial talent

When searching for a new user experience designer to join your ranks, it’s likely many of the candidates you screen will be millennials. An umbrella term, according to Gallup, for young adults born in the sixteen year period spanning 1980-1996, a report from...

Don’t force users to multitask

When designers seek to enhance their product, it is often tempting for them to build additional features on top of what is already there. The idea is a simple one, derived from traditional retail businesses: When customers receive more value, they will feel better...