How to become a “Senior” UX Researcher (from a UXR Lead at

[@AonaTalks]

Meep! For all you UXRs out there, I have created a dedicated playlist for ⭐️UXR Growth ⭐️! Check it out: kzbin.info/aero/PLUA21SVW4BwjJ4aFydznuC-VQ4_OQdqg5

[@JudyLouiseN]

As someone early in their research career, the points you made regarding the contrast between junior level approach and thinking to senior level are insightful. I feel with your points I can self-monitor my own progress and approach with more clarity - Thanks you!! Your channel is so helpful!

[@RuthMcDougal]

I got a boost of confidence because the UX Lead (and mentor) told me that I am doing mid-level research things already and that I’m growing rapidly. She wants me to go up for a raise/promotion in the next 4 months. When she said that, I was shocked! I still feel so junior and have hardcore imposter syndrome! What’s crazy is my mentor speaks about those ongoing impact of research initiatives, just as you have said. She’s so great at it. My biggest issue is that prioritization piece and also knowing that some people really feel like UXR is always the bearer of bad news. Or they don’t want to accept the reality. Researchers: We spoke to our customers and they said they couldn’t use this and they didn’t like that. Product team: “We don’t have time to change that. And y’all need to talk to users and see what they say about this.” Researchers: 😑

[@swiftydecember]

As a junior researcher, I can relate to the points you’ve pointed out and the difference in my outlook on things vs my senior colleagues! Will keep these points in mind as I grow into a more mature UXR! Love your content as always, Aona❤️

[@CareerGarden-Erin]

Thanks for sharing such a deep insight! As a learning experience designer, as I navigate to the career progression, I care more about the depth and scope of our work, the impact, and even the partnership development! I think your insight is much more thoughtful and comprehensive and I can relate to that!

[@laradosanjos4300]

I love how deep your content are! Thank you, I didn't see this kind of reflection for UXR in anywhere here!

[@scotthenderson-or6vh]

Just wanted to show appreciation for the content you put out there! Your UXR Growth playlist is invaluable to juniors and those wanting to progress in the industry! Thank you :)

[@nadiar8244]

Thank you very much, Aona! This helps a lot :)

[@haley2486]

Great point on not changing our client's opinion, but rather empowering them to change it themselves. How would you recommend empowering our clients? Are there any processes or methods that you have found to be helpful?

[@weejatwee]

Super helpful to know that the mistakes I'm spotting are really part of growth (and doesn't mean that it's a sign to give up). Thank you for articulating these points, it tells me what I need to work on to level up. 💯🙏

[@gustavoarias888]

Wow! These are excellent insights. Thank you for making this video!

[@yitingwang5764]

Being stuck on work this couple of days as a junior novices - this video is so right on time and extremely insightful. Thanks Aona😭

[@yuzhao7279]

200% agree with the last point you brought up:)

[@shazlynn3677]

I've never felt so validated in the feelings I've had about my career, particularly the fatigue from always needing to justify the suggestions we make and just how much brain power is needed for reconciliating so much data from so many sources. I'm so happy that this channel exists!

[@AonaTalks]

[@alinazhou1365]

This video is so mind blowing ❤❤❤❤

[@supparatleelee]

Thank you so much Aona! Amazing work as always. Your videos are very helpful to me as I still have a lot of things to learn in this field. I’ve been subscribed your channel for several months, and because of you, I want to be a good UX researcher and helping people as same as you someday. Always love your content.

[@Hanoszka]

Watching this video after work, so I wouldn't waste my precious time on some TV series. And the last point about taking breaks from work to avoid burnout made me choke on my dinner :D

[@madina234]

Love watching your videos Aona, super helpful 💜💜💜 Your advice is gold 🥇

[@bradleymacd]

Great video! I can see many of the things you mentioned in more senior people on my team - I'll be looking forward to getting there myself! Keep up the great content :)

[@joy12370]

Just the video I needed !!! Thank you 🙏🏾 ☺️

[@hirainforest]

Love the bonus (8th) one! I used to feel that a lot, especially when someone from a non uxr-function background challenges me. (The uxr community has a lot of pride and I was being too protective and defensive at times- I am now learning to show my vulnerability too.)

[@rehnoseua]

This is so helpful and it makes so so much sense! I’m a vendor at Google and love your content. Come back to YT pls

[@bbbllllmeow4977]

Very interesting insights! As a UXR coming from academia, it may be surprising that UXR career growth resembles that in academia. But with better pay and life quality 😂

[@fromnaras]

How do you answer the question ‘how do you want to grow as a UXR’ and ‘what kind of manager are you looking for?’

[@deniaoktaviani4029]

Thank god I found Aona 😫

[@andrewmears5306]

Thank you for sharing this

[@jeffyc22846]

This is such a great video, very insightful.

[@snehaarvind3190]

So so helpful! Thank you 🙌

[@edrinaadjei-manu3913]

Hi, i really love this video. A lot has been learnt. But how can i connect with you?

[@lucielewis6438]

Thank you so much!

[@studycafe0019]

Thank you Aona, this is such a super valuable lesson. I have a question: how do you conduct research following a roadmap if you just join an organization and all the research projects you could do is based on the team needs ( more like small pieces)?

[@bubblejujuju]

Thanks for the informative video. Could I ask you a question? Let me explain the context first. I'm a junior researcher and start to realize the layers of insights. I have two assumptions of execution: first, dig more in-depth insights during the interview; second, finish the first round interview and reflect on the conversation to draft a second, even third round. They both have pros and cons, the first one requires the interviewer to think and react fast, but is more efficient and cost-effective; the second one can apply to any interviewer, but requires more commitment in terms of time and budget. So, which one of these two do you apply? or if not from these two options, how do you execute your interview, to get in-depth insights?

[@AonaTalks]

Hard to give a firm answer because each type of research method calls for different strategies. But if you are talking about usability research, second way is an absolute no-go - because you want to keep your conversation consistent for every one of your participants so your insights are comparable across the board.

[@jingxuan104]

Hi Aona, your YT channel is super helpful! I am wondering during the UXR interviews is there coding questions such as data manipulation using SQL or Python? Thank you!

[@mimanchi2]

干货视频！感谢您❤️

[@taz2392]

Isn’t it better to launch and app with good design decisions from seeings what’s currently out there. Once it’s done just modify based on user feedback because it’s never going to be right in the first place. As long as it’s simple and easy to use you should be good to go.