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Happy May 🌸 This month, I'm excited for Learn Mindfully to partner with my good friends at the Chief Design Officer School and User Research Academy! If you're involved in these amazing communities, I can't wait to see you at these AMAs later this month! #leadership #career #coaching #ux

In the face of change, I often witness leaders instinctively tighten their grip, aiming to exert control amongst the discomfort or sense of uncertainty. Yet through my meditation practice, I’ve learned to strike a balance. As leaders, It's a delicate balance of setting intentions but also remaining flexible in our approach. My latest post about the myth of control is now up on Learn Mindfully Blog! #mindfulleadership #mindfulness #leadership #career https://lnkd.in/ehw_5YhB

Four tips for navigating the choppy waters of today's #UX job market, from Alec Levin, Emily Tate, Holly Cole, and Roberta D.: 1️⃣ Get familiar with how a business works This can help both job seekers and those currently employed. For job seekers, learning what matters to a company can help in framing your portfolio or work sample (especially the outcomes section). For current workers, knowing more about the growth goals (and metrics for determining if/when they're hit) can aid in project selection and prioritization, so your work ties more directly to them. 2️⃣ Prepare for the long(er) haul and unpredictable processes Because the current market is of the "hiring" variety—where there are far more candidates vying for an ever-shrinking amount of roles—be prepared for unexpected (or unannounced) delays, shifting timelines, and even ghosting. It doesn't excuse those behaviors by companies, but it's important to remember that it's *not about you.* Focus on what you can control and not what you can't. 3️⃣ Search the community for experience-building opportunities Because of 2, companies are extra-choosy. If you're new to the research/design/product world, it can feel extra daunting to build experience. But there are ways to do this: volunteering for local or small businesses; checking online communities for calls for research; and in-person meetups are all chances to network and build those critical and foundational skillsets. 4️⃣ Build bridges internally and make research a team sport When budget gets tight and headcount is scrutinized, product, design, and UX research teams would be better served collaborating instead of retreating to silos, defensive of who "gets" to do specific workflows and processes. But when our stakeholders know the value of research and design, and can contribute in specific ways, leadership sees cohesion and user unity. There is a LOT more that I could share, but I'd point you to these folks' own wonderful communities, which have job boards, professional development resources, and events to sharpen your skills. --> Learners for UX --> Mind the Product for Product Management --> ResearchOps Community for ReOps --> Learn Mindfully for Career Coaching

Introducing Meaghan Swain as our next Learn Mindfully #humansofmindfulwork feature. Meaghan is passionate about helping women in tech and supporting female product managers in a male dominated tech environments. I think you’ll enjoy getting to know her! https://lnkd.in/eEKVmCG5 #mindfulwork #mindfulness #leadership #womenintech #product

I am so thrilled to introduce Aiden Hirshfield, PhD 🌈! Aiden is a research leader, consultant and mentor working in tech. They are the host of the podcast Media Psyched, where they discuss our relationships with media and the way we use it to transform ourselves and the world around us. I really enjoyed getting to know Aiden better and I think you will to! #humansofmindfulwork #mindfulleadership #leadership

The results are in! According to our most recent study, coaching with Learn Mindfully has a powerful impact on confidence, relationships, and performance at work! Learn Mindfully clients reported: ✅ Improved relationships with managers and peers ✅ More confidence in their ability at work ✅ More likely to be promoted ✅ Up to 27K in salary increase Investing in your people, benefits everyone. #coaching #leadership #mindfulleadership #management

Congratulations Serena Rivera, PhD on starting her new role as Remote Class Manager at Building Service 32BJ Benefit Funds! It's been a gift to support your transition from academia to industry with Learn Mindfully coaching. The team is so lucky to have you! #testimonial #coaching #careerpivot #ux #learning #leadership

We LOVE hearing about the success of our coaching clients. A big congrats to Morgan Mullen on her recent promotion to Lead UXR at User Interviews!