Yari Pujols

Hello LinkedIn network! 👋 I'm currently exploring opportunities to participate in upcoming UX design sprints. If you know of any events, workshops, or projects that could use an extra hand in UX design, I’d love to hear about them! Please feel free to comment below or send me a message if you have any leads. Your suggestions and insights are greatly appreciated! #UXDesign #UXDesignSprint #Hackathon

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📈 Latest Trends in UX Design: - Micro-interactions: Small animations or visual responses that enhance user experience. - Voice User Interfaces (VUI): Incorporating voice commands for seamless interaction. - Dark mode: Optimizing designs for dark backgrounds to reduce eye strain. - Accessibility: Designing inclusively for all users, including those with disabilities. - Augmented Reality (AR): Integrating AR elements for immersive experiences. - Minimalist design: Simplified and clean interfaces for easy navigation. - Storytelling: Using narratives to guide users through the design process. - Responsive design: Ensuring seamless experiences across various devices. - Personalization: Tailoring user experiences based on individual preferences. - Data-driven design: Implementing insights from user data to enhance UX. #UXDesign #DesignTrends #UserExperience

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Great advice. Remove all friction when sending your portfolio. Keep it simple and remove all restrictions.

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New Redesign Coming Up 🔥 Recently, I got to redesign the checkout page of my talented Behavioral Project Management colleague Dr. Josh Ramirez, NPPQ, PMP 😊 & his company NeuralPlan. Some more details of how we put Behavioral Design into action 🧠 for his new page will come tomorrow!

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🚀 Exciting news! Figma AI is transforming design workflows with amazing AI-driven features. The future of design is here, and it's powered by AI! ✨ #FigmaAI #GraphicDesign #AI #Innovation #DesignTools

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Color contrast goes far beyond text on a background. This is a comprehensive guide to all of the things that need to be checked and a way to use HSL as an alternative to meet contrast requirements.

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I recently participated in the design hiring process, allowing me to observe how many designers set up resumes and portfolios. One thing that immediately stood out was the framework some designers used to stand out: setting up the Goal, Problem, and Solution of a portfolio piece. https://buff.ly/3VfdRFp #DesignCommunication #Jobs #ProductDesign #UX

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Landing a UX design role is all about showcasing your skills effectively. Here are four key tips to make your application stand out: 1. Highlight Your Portfolio Make it easy to navigate and visually appealing. Include case studies that detail your design process, the impact on user experience, and business outcomes. 2. Prioritize Resume Hierarchy Ensure your resume is scannable and well-organized. Use bullet points and clear headings, and keep it concise. 3. Maintain Visual Consistency Attention to detail is crucial. Ensure your cover letter and resume are visually aligned—consistency reflects your design sensibility. 4. Communicate Your Impact Clearly communicate how your past experience added value to user experience and business outcomes. Show your commitment to user-centered design. By focusing on these elements, you’ll present yourself as a thoughtful, detail-oriented candidate ready to create outstanding user experiences. Good luck! #UXDesign #JobApplicationTips #DesignCareers #UserExperience

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The UX design market is tough right now... BUT... there are lots of jobs, and if you have the right approach, you can still land your dream job. Here's how she got there: Define your niche 🌿 Instead of applying everywhere, she became crystal clear on what makes her heart sing, and then we started going after jobs in that niche. Because she was excited, she put extra passion into that part of the process. Be your authentic self 🌿 We aligned her with her authentic self. That part of her that only exists once on this planet. Her background, her experience, her passion, and her unique work style. Become an amazing storyteller 🌿 She reworked her resume, online portfolio, and MOST IMPORTANTLY, her portfolio presentation. Instead of going over a bunch of generic slides, she told a story that relates back to her authentic self, making her the candidate that stands out in a time of generic AI generated content. Believe in yourself - you're magic! 🌿 We practiced her portfolio presentation and changed her tone from a place of doubt to an embodied knowing of confidence. Nothing's more attractive to a potential hiring manager than a confident candidate who's also connected to her heart. So what's next? It took her 4 months to land a fulltime job but the real work is just beginning! In my program, we'll laser in on corporate soft skills to ensure that she'll a) keep the job, b) set herself up as a leader in the new team, and c) define her next career goals: promotion and moving towards leadership opportunities. Things might seem hopeless, but with the right guidance, anything is possible. If you feel stuck, reach out. I've guided hundreds of designers in corporate soft skills. There is no work-related situation I haven't seen or know how to navigate. Where there is a will, there is a way. That's it. Period!

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White space, or negative space, is not merely ‘empty’ space—it’s a critical element in UI design. It enhances readability, focuses attention, and creates a hierarchy. You may ask how that is! 😎 Here is how: Improves Comprehension: Increases text comprehension by up to 20%. Increases Attention: Directs users to key elements, improving interaction. Enhances Aesthetics: Makes designs look clean, open, and modern. Remember, white space is not wasted space. Use it wisely to create balanced, focused, and beautiful interfaces. #UIDesign #WhiteSpace #DesignPrinciples

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We shouldn't underestimate the #power of young minds and their ideas. The most important time is now! Youth can #learn fast, #adapt to culture more swiftly and most importantly, they are the ones who will eventually lead the industry. With the good mentorship we can create an industry that is not thinking 10 years in the past, but focuses on guiding the present to ensure a rich #future.

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The One Habit Most Successful Designers Have In Common Read this post and more on my Typeshare Social Blog: https://lnkd.in/gsx-Gqu6

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The job market's harsh realities are disheartening, with #opentowork and #layoff posts flooding our feeds - especially for designers. 😞 If you're navigating this challenge, check out "Thriving in Economic Uncertainty: Tips for Designers" for guidance on how #UX and #UI designers can adapt and thrive in times of economic uncertainty. In our industry, challenges are nothing new. ✊🏾 Stay strong and keep pushing. Better days are ahead! https://buff.ly/3wuDfxu

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Paras, and I are on a mission to give back to the community! We'll be offering weekly portfolio reviews for designers. Check out this sneak peek of our portfolio clip and catch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/edttHqnP. If you're looking for valuable feedback on your portfolio, drop it in the comments below! 🚀 Our focus is on providing actionable insights and practical advice, no jargons, just real, helpful feedback. Let's grow together! #DesignCommunity #PortfolioReviews #designers

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Brenda Laurel's statement emphasizes the centrality of user experience in design. It suggests that the true measure of a design's success lies in its usability and functionality for real users. Regardless of how polished or aesthetically pleasing a design may appear, its ultimate purpose is realized only when it serves the needs and preferences of its intended audience. This perspective underscores the importance of user-centric approaches in the design process, prioritizing the creation of meaningful and impactful solutions that resonate with users. #studeo360 #brendalaurel #interactiondesigner #uxdesigner #ux #usercentricdesign

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Designers want to know how to level up and charge more. The path there is not as complicated as you think. First, analyze the market you are serving. Do they have large budgets? If not, shift to a market with more financial resources to invest in design.

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