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Hi, I’m Chenchen! Some of you may know me as the Cornell Chimesmaster crazy about bells 🔔 , but I’m also a Product Designer! As a recent Cornell graduate who studied Information Science (concentration in UX), I’m looking for 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲-𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐣𝐨𝐛𝐬. I’ve been crafting my portfolio and resume, networking, and looking for appropriate roles. While there have been interviews here and there, including final rounds, I’m still looking for the right opportunity. Check out my portfolio on my profile or in the comments below! 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐈’𝐦 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 I excel in systems-thinking, UX research, and product strategy. 𝐈 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐱 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐬, 𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝/𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐡𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐧𝐭. What does that mean? Ideally, I'd love to work with AI, wearables, XR, car UX, medical devices, healthcare, etc. I want to design good for the world, and I see these newer spaces having so much potential in shaping what the everyday experience should be like. Some examples of my work in these areas are reflected by my internships at The Home Depot. There, I simplified complex machine-learning pipelines for data scientists, leading to a 92% reduction in time to complete tasks. I’ve also utilized Virtual Reality to conduct UX research on returning tools in Home Depot stores. 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩? • Please share this with your network! If you know someone I should talk to, I’d love to connect with them and learn about their work. • If you see a job posting that aligns with my strengths, feel free to send it my way! My DMs are always open. • If you know the hiring manager or recruiter personally, you could help me (metaphorically) walk my resume down to their office and on their desk. Thank you so much! Looking forward to making new connections :) #UXjob #Portfolio #Resume #OpenToWork UX Jobs

I was at my corporate job for 10 years. It provided a good income, stability and benefits. I had a title and received regular raises and promotions. But after 10 years I was completely drained emotionally and artistically, and I was bored. Also: → There was no creative freedom or outlet in that corporate world.  → I rarely had the chance to interact with others. → My role as a designer had been reduced to fixing problems, as opposed to designing systems to solve problems. → I spent 2 1/2 hours commuting in traffic each day. I was not happy with my job, or my life overall. I could see my future, and it was limited. :( As a solopreneur: → I don’t have the same income. → I don’t have stability. → Health benefits are out of pocket. But! I have complete freedom in terms of creativity and time management. Also: → I design and build things that actually have an impact on people’s lives. → I meet and interact with new people every day. → My commute from my bedroom to my office takes about 5 seconds. I’m excited, I’m very happy with my job and my life. I can see my future, and it’s wide open. :)

Hello everyone, I just wanted to say I am open to work and would appreciate any help you can give (connections, critiques, job leads, etc.). I've been searching for awhile now and to be honest it has not been going well (which is why I am reaching out to you my lovely network). I am looking for jobs around the Dallas area in UX/ UI Design or UX Research either as an intern or as a junior. I am also open to remote work as well. Thank you to everyone who even looks at this as being vulnerable is definitely nerve-wrecking. 😅 I have the usual skills needed for this type of job so I'm not going to list them out, but here is what I bring on top of your usual wireframes, prototyping, etc.: 1. I'm a giver: meaning I'm the type of person who does not push work onto others and often am the one going in/ doing extra work when it is necessary. (I do appreciate work life balance, but I am willing to go the extra mile when it is genuinely needed.) 2. I don't cut corners: I do the right thing each and every time even if it's harder and takes longer. 3. I lead by example: although I am not a loud person I pride myself in setting an example of what hard work and ethics look like. 4. I am driven by my ethics and morals: that means if everyone sees something that isn't right and no one has the courage to speak up I am likely going to be the person going up and saying something. I will challenge the team and company to become a better version of themself. 5. If the company aligns with my values I will genuinely care about your success and will spend time outside of work thinking about how to improve the company. 6. I am good with connecting with others one on one and in small groups and making people feel more comfortable. 7. I'm extremely detail oriented: I tend to catch things that lots of other people will miss. I'm best paired with someone who works fast, but often overlooks small things. If you are a company that is making an impact in the animal conservation, fighting climate change, and/ or reducing pollution I will be an exceptional fit for you. If you are a company that creates video games that make people smile and helps them connect with family and friends I am also a great match for you.

Happy new week, Last week I posted a telemedicine app I designed (well It was one of my old designs), I realized some things I knew I could do better with the design and so I did a revamp of the app to to show my growth over the years. Which do you prefer- The old design or the revamped design? Some of the things that has really helped my growth is replication- Oh my! It has helped me see different perspective to design, attention to details, how the right use of color, Image, illustration can make your design different feedback- It provides you valuable insights into the strengths and weaknesses of your design, it also helps you make informed improvements and iterate on your product. It also helps you that the final product aligns better with the needs and expectations of your target users. Continuous learning/reading- It keeps you updated on the latest design trends, tools and techniques, It also allows you adapt to evolving user preferences and industry standards. Continuous learning also embeds a deeper understanding of design principles and best practices which would help you create more effective and innovative solutions for users. I'm open to product design fulltime (Junior/intermediate) opportunities 😊

If I’ve got recruiters who want to see projects and work samples that are relevant to a position I’m applying for and my case studies doesn’t align with said position. Personally, these are the steps I would take to give myself a little bit of advantage: First, I’ll focus on my transferable skills, this could include my in-depth user research process, design methodology, and problem solving approach. I’ve learned that these are foundational to UX success, regardless of the specific industry context. Next, where possible, I’d reframe existing case studies to emphasize aspects most relevant to the new position. Finally, if time permits me, I’d take on a short design challenge tailored to the company's focus, demonstrating my ability to quickly grasp their domain and target audience. #perxelscompetition Perxels PS. I am open to UX design opportunities

Do any Senior Software Engineers care to answer this? 🤷♀️ I found this question on Facebook and thought I'd ask it here as well, because I am also curious. As a Junior Software Engineer trying to improve my proficiency in frontend technologies, and also looking for a job 😉, I've often felt overwhelmed when trying to build an application I was excited about. This is because what you learn online is very different from what it takes to implement a real application, especially one with a lot of functionalities 🏗... You know, the kind that would impress a recruiter, the kind that would solve a problem, the kind that many users would find helpful. Yup, that kind! Well... This is the question: "How do you bridge the gap from learning about programming basics (variables, loops, functions etc.), language syntax, simple terminal apps, and maybe some algorithms to building actual software? There seems to be plenty of resources on learning about a specific language, or a tutorial just watching someone code an application. For example, if I want to develop an app that is essentially a marketplace for finding landscapers, how would I know what the basic features of the app should be?" Thanks for reading. Your response would be very helpful. (please share) Oh and btw, I'm open to work! 😁

Meet Victor, a User Experience Designer who has worked at Feeld for 4½ years ⬇️ What has been your favourite memory at Feeld so far? "Several times I've interviewed members to ask about how they use Feeld, and they surprised me by sharing so much enthusiasm and excitement. It helped them completely change their world, and it feels so gratifying to be part of that". What's your favourite perk at Feeld? 🎁 "The retreats! I love working remotely, but I'm always looking forward to see everyone in person a few times a year. They're always beautifully organized and I have such a great time". How have you embraced a remote-first environment? "Learning to over communicate, and be way more organized than I used to. Everyone is able to focus and use their time better with async comments, and then regroup in meetings when needed". Curious about open positions at Feeld? 👉 https://lnkd.in/dBnhea9

Are you looking everywhere on the internet for new jobs? If not you should be. Here are a few tech job boards for your 2024 search: -- uiuxjobsboard[.]com (UX Design and UX Research jobs) -- teamwork online (jobs in the sports industry) -- girlsintech[.]org (tech jobs for women) -- terra[.]do (climate tech jobs) -- blackremoteshe[.]com (jobs for QTBIPOC) -- arc[.]dev (remote dev jobs) The major boards aren't the only places to look for open roles. You must look all over the web. I suggest bookmarking job boards when you find them. What other unique job boards would you recommend? #jobs #tech #womenintech

I debated about being this open; it doesn't feel like the typical "look what I've accomplished" LinkedIn post but I think it's important folks share what their journeys look like. Not to say that this is necessarily good or bad but more transparency will (in some small way) help keep people motivated and let them know they're not alone. I've been looking for a new position for a month now and here's what my application results are to date. UX & product design, 15 years experience, remote roles. A few comments: - 33 applications: I'm intentional about applying to roles; these are all positions I'm qualified for or at most very slightly aspirational. I update a resume for each and customize a unique portfolio URL. So it's not a huge starting number, but does represent being very busy actively looking. - One role skipped recruiter screen and was then a rejection? Yep, that was a strange scenario; looking back it wasn't a strong interview for me. I definitely didn't have great responses or framing. Lesson learned and homework to do before next opportunity.

A little over a week ago many of my colleagues were let go from their positions when a department at SNHU was dissolved. My heart breaks for them, as they were such talented, passionate, skilled, team-oriented individuals who loved the work they did and the students they were creating for. Any of these highly talented individuals would be an asset to any organization. If you are looking to hire within the #HigherEd, #tech, or #EdTech fields, or in other fields aligned to what I list below, please comment or please share my post or any posts you see related to this from the individuals seeking work. Some of the areas/fields include: product management, product development, business analytics, strategy, assessment development, quality assurance, credit for prior learning/prior learning assessment, library, administrative assistance, UX design & research, UX/UI writing, design operations, data analytics, data systems/structures, platform administration, educational research, learning experience design, and instructional design