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• uxcon special w/ Bryce Johnson | Accessibility and inclusive design | #62

  Get 10% off your conference passes with our special code "uxtweakatuxcon". Tickets available at uxcon.io. Bryce, an inclusive designer at Microsoft and co-founder of the Inclusive Tech Lab, discusses the inclusive design process and the philosophy he adopted to create accessible and inclusive products with and for people with disabilities, especially in the gaming industry. Bryce also gives practical advice on where and how to engage with different users to create more accessible and inclusive designs. 👉 If you have any tips on fantastic speakers from across the globe, feedback, or any questions, we’d love to hear from you. Reach out to [email protected]🔎 Do you want to know more? Check out this episode at:https://www.uxtweak.com/podcast/bryce-johnson-accessibility-and-inclusive-design/Episode highlights00:02:09 - Inclusive design approach and philosophy00:01:32 - Motivation for inclusive design 00:05:57 - The Xbox adaptive controller  00:08:38 - AI and accessibility00:10:51 - Participatory design and research 00:19:16 - Advice for researchersAbout our guest Bryce Johnson Bryce is an inclusive designer for Microsoft Windows + Devices, where he is devoted to ensuring Microsoft products are accessible. Bryce initiated and designed the Inclusive Tech Lab at Microsoft, which has now hosted over twenty thousand visitors; it is a facility where people can explore how people with disabilities interact with Microsoft products and services. He strives to design systems of accessibility enhancement, like the Surface Adaptive Kit, across our devices. Bryce is one of the inventors of the Xbox Adaptive Controller and a proud member of the Microsoft Adaptive Accessories team.🔎 Where to follow BryceLinkedIn👉 Did you know that UXtweak also offers a series of webinars packed with practical knowledge for UX professionals? Check out the episode with Stéphanie Walter, where she talks about overcoming the challenges of enterprise UX: https://www.youtube.com/live/d9p4ShC_fMA?si=eYEl_S0UErpJiT4B About this podcast:Welcome to UX Research Geeks, where Tina Ličková, a researcher and strategist, talks with researchers from around the globe about topics that matter to them. 🐝 Brought to you by UXtweak, an all-in-one UX research software. Start your research for free at: https://www.uxtweak.com/ 👈🐝 Where to follow UXtweak:LinkedIn / Instagram / YouTube / Facebook / Twitter

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• Olivia Ponedel | Using user insights to bring teams together | #61

  Olivia Ponedel, a meticulous product designer, discusses her experience of working at different startups and acting as a middleman to bridge the gaps between product, sales, and engineering teams and users. She shares how research in startups requires flexibility, close collaboration, and finding ways to connect user insights to business priorities to have an impact on product decisions. 👉 If you have any tips on fantastic speakers from across the globe, feedback, or any questions, we’d love to hear from you too. Reach out to [email protected]🔎 Do you want to know more? Check out this episode at:https://www.uxtweak.com/podcast/olivia-ponedel-using-user-insights-to-bring-teams-togetherEpisode highlights00:01:23 Olivia’s background 00:03:06 Olivia’s role in Finix Payments 00:08:11 Research methods and prioritization 00:18:44 Reflections on UX research 00:21:32 Closing thoughtsAbout our guest Olivia PonedelOlivia is a meticulous product designer with deep experience bringing user empathy and clarity to complex systems—from consumer fintech and enterprise logistics to payment processing workflows. At the time of this recording, she led the design of no-code payment tools at Finix Payments, helping drive the company’s expansion from software platforms to direct merchants. Olivia now works at Meta, where she leads design for effective business communications in the advertiser experience. 🔎 Where to follow OliviaLinkedIn👉 Did you know that UXtweak also offers a series of webinars packed with practical knowledge for UX professionals? Check out the episode with Stéphanie Walter, where she talks about overcoming the challenges of enterprise UX: https://www.youtube.com/live/d9p4ShC_fMA?si=eYEl_S0UErpJiT4B About this podcast:Welcome to UX Research Geeks, where Tina Ličková,  a researcher and strategist, talks with researchers from around the globe about topics that matter to them. 🐝 Brought to you by UXtweak, an all-in-one UX research software. Start your research for free at: https://www.uxtweak.com/ 👈🐝 Where to follow UXtweak:LinkedIn / Instagram / YouTube / Facebook / Twitter

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• Hannah Knowles | Freedom in UX Research | #60

  Hannah Knowles, a senior UX Researcher with over 10 years of experience in the field, discusses freedom in UX research. She talks about achieving flexibility in UX research, what it means to do things your own way, and how to have fun while doing UX research. She gives great practical advice on organizing research processes, adjusting frameworks for more effective research, and building relationships with other teams. 👉 If you have any tips on fantastic speakers from across the globe, feedback, or any questions, we’d love to hear from you too. Reach out to [email protected]🔎 Do you want to know more? Check out this episode at:https://www.uxtweak.com/podcast/hannah-knowles-freedom-in-ux-researchEpisode highlights00:00:34 Hannah’s journey into UX research 00:04:23 Defining freedom in UX research 00:11:36 Breaking the rules in UX research 00:21:03 Dealing with boredom in research 00:22:54 Automating and gamifying recruitment  00:24:36 Adopting to constraints and stakeholder management 00:31:43 Integrating research into daily activities00:31:43 Changes in public sector research 00:37:44 Being bold and practical in research00:40:08 Final thoughts About our guest Hannah KnowlesHannah is a UX researcher with over a decade of experience helping product teams make smarter, faster decisions. She has a thing for working on public sector services, the grittier the better, and nothing is grittier than healthcare (especially women's health).She worked her way up the chain to be head of research, but she just couldn’t keep away from the hustle of a product team. Instead, she’s focused on how to scale down UX research methods so even the leanest teams can get some insight.Her mantra? Good research comes in small packages. 🔎 Where to follow HannahLinkedIn 👉 Did you know that UXtweak also offers a series of webinars packed with practical knowledge for UX professionals? Check out the episode with Stéphanie Walter, where she talks about overcoming the challenges of enterprise UX: https://www.youtube.com/live/d9p4ShC_fMA?si=eYEl_S0UErpJiT4B About this podcast:Welcome to UX Research Geeks, where Tina Ličková,  a researcher and strategist, talks with researchers from around the globe about topics that matter to them. 🐝 Brought to you by UXtweak, an all-in-one UX research software. Start your research for free at: https://www.uxtweak.com/ 👈🐝 Where to follow UXtweak:LinkedIn / Instagram / YouTube / Facebook / Twitter

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• Chui Chui Tan | Mastering cross-cultural research | #59

  Chui Chui, a cross-cultural researcher and strategist, discusses how to do cross-cultural research and why simply hiring a local research agency in the new market might not be the best approach. Chui Chui also shares practical tips and exercises on how to get buy-in from your stakeholders.👉 If you have any tips on fantastic speakers from across the globe, feedback, or any questions, we’d love to hear from you too. Reach out to [email protected]🔎 Do you want to know more? Check out this episode at:https://www.uxtweak.com/podcast/chui-chui-tan-mastering-cross-cultural-researchEpisode highlights00:01:32 - Cross-cultural research and strategy 00:03:33 - Case study: A dating app in Japan 00:06:37 - Understanding cultural ecosystems00:14:21 - Cultural activation toolkit 00:21:50 - Practical tips for cultural research 00:25:16 - Challenges in cross-cultural research00:29:38 - Planning and recruitment considerations 00:39:58 - Conclusion and resourcesAbout our guest Chui Chui Tan Chui Chui Tan is a cross-cultural strategist, advisor and author of Research for Global Growth: Strategies and Guidance for Cross-Cultural Insights. For over two decades, she has helped companies like Spotify, Netflix, Fiverr and Bumble expand and thrive in more than 50 markets, not by simply translating content but by culturalising their product strategies, proposition and growth plans through deep cultural and market intelligence.She works closely with product and UX teams to uncover the hidden cultural assumptions in design and decision-making, helping them build experiences that resonate globally and feel local everywhere.Chui Chui also advises at board and C-suite level, guiding leadership teams through international growth, cross-market complexity and culturally-informed innovation so products and businesses don’t just scale, they land.🔎 Where to follow Chui ChuiLinkedIn👉 Did you know that UXtweak also offers a series of webinars packed with practical knowledge for UX professionals? Check out the episode with Stéphanie Walter, where she talks about overcoming the challenges of enterprise UX: https://www.youtube.com/live/d9p4ShC_fMA?si=eYEl_S0UErpJiT4B About this podcast:Welcome to UX Research Geeks, where Tina Ličková, a researcher and strategist, talks with researchers from around the globe about topics that matter to them. 🐝 Brought to you by UXtweak, an all-in-one UX research software. Start your research for free at: https://www.uxtweak.com/ 👈🐝 Where to follow UXtweak:LinkedIn / Instagram / YouTube / Facebook / Twitter

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• Tadeas Adamjak | UX research resistance insights | #58

  Tadeas Adamjak discusses the most common objections to UX research and how to overcome them using understanding, communication, and persistence. He stresses the importance of building alliances and maintaining regular conversations with stakeholders. 👉Note: This conversation is based on our Dealing with Resistance in UX Research report. 👉 If you have any tips on fantastic speakers from across the globe, feedback, or any questions, we’d love to hear from you too. Reach out to [email protected]🔎 Do you want to know more? Check out this episode at:Episode highlights00:01:36 – Meet the Head of Growth at UXtweak 00:01:48 – Challenges in UX research 00:04:52 – Common objections and their impact 00:07:55 – Top objections to UX research00:10:16 – Best strategies to overcome objections 00:14:43 – Tips for effective UX research 00:28:51 – Leveraging AI in UX research About our guest Tadeas AdamjakTadeas Adamjak is a CX/UX consultant and Head of Growth at UXtweak, a UX research platform that supports hundreds of research, product, and design teams worldwide. He is also one of the team members behind industry initiatives, including the 'Dealing with Resistance to UX Research' report, 'AI in UX Research' report, and Research Recruities: Award for the Best Recruiting Stories.🔎 Where to follow TadeasLinkedIn 👉 Did you know that UXtweak also offers a series of webinars packed with practical knowledge for UX professionals? Check out the episode with Kevin Liang, where he talks about driving strategy in reactive environments. About this podcast:Welcome to UX Research Geeks, where Tina Ličková, a researcher and strategist, talks with researchers from around the globe about topics that matter to them. 🐝 Brought to you by UXtweak, an all-in-one UX research software. Start your research for free at: https://www.uxtweak.com/ 👈🐝 Where to follow UXtweak:LinkedIn / Instagram / YouTube / Facebook / Twitter

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