UX Designers, Stop Obsessing Over Tools!
UX Designers, Stop Obsessing Over Tools!
If your entire UX identity is “I’m really good at Figma”, congrats—so is everyone else.
If your entire UX identity is “I’m really good at Figma”, congrats—so is everyone else. 🎨👏 😆
💡 Listen, what actually sets you apart???
Solving real user problems
Understanding business impact
Thinking beyond pixels
Great UX isn’t about how well you push buttons—it’s about how well you solve problems.
So next time someone asks what makes you a great UX designer, maybe don’t lead with “I know auto-layout.” 🤷♂️
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AI is Stealing Your Job? Nope, Mediocre UX Is.
AI is Stealing Your Job? Nope, Mediocre UX Is.
AI won’t replace UX designers—bad, shallow design work will. The designers who copy trends 📉, ignore research 🔍, and rely on Dribbble-style eye candy 🎨? Yeah, they’re in trouble.
💡 The real value of a UX designer isn’t in pixel pushing—it’s in solving actual user problems. So stop designing for other designers and start designing for real people. 🚀
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Cut the Design Crap has hit the road 🚗💨!
Cut the Design Crap has hit the road 🚗💨! We’re bringing no-nonsense design tips straight from the driver’s seat—because good ideas don’t wait for perfect conditions. 😛 Buckle up, it’s about to get snarky. 🤣
We’re bringing no-nonsense design tips straight from the driver’s seat—because good ideas don’t wait for perfect conditions. 😛 Buckle up, it’s about to get snarky. 🤣
Bad design is everywhere! Let’s roast it. Cut the Design Crap is calling out real-world design fails, one confusing road sign at a time. Share your worst design offender below! 👇 👇 👇
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Hey designers, let’s talk about the research-to-features gap.
Hey designers, let’s talk about the research-to-features gap.
You’ve done the hard part—digging into user insights—but now what? Turning research into actionable features is where the magic happens. 🎩✨
We’re curious: Which part of the product design process trips you up the most?
You’ve done the hard part—digging into user insights—but now what? Turning research into actionable features is where the magic happens. 🎩✨
We’re curious: Which part of the product design process trips you up the most?
Take our poll and share your vote! Your insights might just inspire our next post (or rant). And while you’re at it, drop your thoughts in the comments—let’s get a conversation going. 👉 https://lnkd.in/eyXuN-rz
🎥 Need a little inspo? Check out our video below for tips on bridging the gap between research and action. From creating user stories to prioritizing features with the MoSCoW method, we’re making it easy to design with purpose.
Let’s cut the design crap and figure this out together! 🚀
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User Research Confession Time
🚨 User Research Confession Time 🚨
We recently asked: “How often do you conduct user research?”
🥁 83% of you said, “Sometimes—I need to do more.”
No shame here. Life (and deadlines) happen. But let’s cut the design crap—user research isn’t just a nice-to-have; it’s the blueprint for solving real problems.
We recently asked: “How often do you conduct user research?”
🥁 83% of you said, “Sometimes—I need to do more.”
No shame here. Life (and deadlines) happen. But let’s cut the design crap—user research isn’t just a nice-to-have; it’s the blueprint for solving real problems.
In this follow-up video, I’m breaking down:
🔎 How research gives your design direction.
📋 Key steps for doing it right, even when time’s tight.
💡 Tips from real-life personas and the questions that uncover the gold.
🎥 Watch now, then check out our blog on ‘How to Get the Most Out of User Research.’ 👉 https://lnkd.in/eDp8aJC4
Ready to level up? 🚀 Join our UX Design Bootcamp to master hands-on research techniques that make your work actually stand out. Coming in 2025!
Let’s go from “sometimes” to “always.” The users are waiting. 💬
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Designers! I have got a question for you!
Have you incorporated Inclusive Design into your product work? 🌍 Let’s get real—Inclusive Design goes beyond accessibility. It’s about creating solutions that work for everyone, regardless of background, ability, or perspective. 💡
Have you incorporated Inclusive Design into your product work? 🌍 Let’s get real—Inclusive Design goes beyond accessibility. It’s about creating solutions that work for everyone, regardless of background, ability, or perspective. 💡
In this video, we break down what Inclusive Design truly means and why it matters. We want to hear from YOU! Drop a comment 👇 and let us know how you’re weaving inclusivity into your designs, or if it’s something you’re still exploring.
I also wanna call out one of my favorite people on planet earth who is responsible for raising my awareness of inclusive design: Denky Girasaki Begonja (aka Denkster). She is the 👸 of Accessibility and Inclusive design!
Let’s make products that reflect and respect everyone! 👊
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Your Portfolio Should Talk Like You—Not Like a Robot.
Tired of portfolios that feel like they were designed by robots (or AI 🤣 )? 🤖🚫 Let’s talk about what really counts in a UX portfolio: real case studies, a splash of personality, and a true peek at you!
Tired of portfolios that feel like they were designed by robots (or AI 🤣 )? 🤖🚫 Let’s talk about what really counts in a UX portfolio: real case studies, a splash of personality, and a true peek at you!
Check out this reel for the no-BS guide to making your work actually memorable. And if you’re into cutting the crap, listen to the latest Cut the Design Crap podcast!
Podcast 👉 : https://lnkd.in/e6CV7Wck
IT’S LIVE! Our podcast premiere!
🚨 Who’s Behind the Mic? Spoiler: It’s Me! (And Keren Wolfovitz) 🚨
Howdy! I’m Allanna—one of the brains (and mouths) behind Cut The Design Crap! 🧠💬 We’re serving up real-deal design insights with none of the corporate fluff. If you’re tired of buzzwords and just want to talk design that actually matters, you’re in the right place.
Cut the Design Crap: Why ‘User-Centered’ is Just Another Buzzword
We’ve all heard it – “user-centered” this, “user-centered” that – but let’s be real… how often does that actually happen? Spoiler alert: Not as much as you’d think. In this episode, Keren Wolfovitz and I break down the BS behind the buzzword and dig into:
• What the heck does “user-centered” even mean?
• What’s NOT user-centered? (Looking at you, performative design)
• All talk, no follow-through – we see you! 😲
• We’re the experts! Oh wait, are we?
• And seriously… what’s the point of it? 🤓
If you’re tired of hearing the same old jargon without the action to back it up, this one’s for you.
Watch now, and let’s cut through the noise:
👉 https://lnkd.in/e6CV7Wck
And don't forget to comment, like, engage, agree, disagree, share, argue, whatever! We're here for it! We want to hear your perspective. 😊
Who’s Behind the Mic? Spoiler: It’s Me! (And Keren Wolfovitz)
🎙️ Cut the Design Crap: Why ‘User-Centered’ is Just Another Buzzword
We’ve all heard it – “user-centered” this, “user-centered” that – but let’s be real… how often does that actually happen? Spoiler alert: Not as much as you’d think. In this episode, Keren Wolfovitz and I break down the BS behind the buzzword and dig into:
Howdy! I’m Allanna—one of the brains (and mouths) behind Cut The Design Crap! 🧠💬 We’re serving up real-deal design insights with none of the corporate fluff. If you’re tired of buzzwords and just want to talk design that actually matters, you’re in the right place.
Check out my intro vid to get the scoop on what we’re all about. Big things are coming—podcasts, courses, coaching, you name it. Let’s have some fun, connect, and, of course… cut the crap! 🎉
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