Hi, everyone. I’m copywriter looking to break into UX writing. I don’t have a lot of UX work in my portfolio. I’ve mostly worked on digital campaigns on social media and some website writing for brands. I’m wondering what I need in my portfolio to help me get a job as a UX writer. Is there anything specific I should include? Anything I should learn and prep for interviews? I don’t have money to go back to school unfortunately.

I’ve worked in sales for 12 years (8 years retail sales and management, 4 years inside tech sales and management). I’m feeling the burn and looking for something else in the tech field. I’m making $140k. I have a college degree but no marketing, engineering, or product experience. What other departments/jobs could I jump to and still keep close to my OTE? I’m pretty good at Salesforce and have thought about a SFDC admin type role, but that’s all I’ve thought of so far.

If I was a second or third choice candidate for a role, and ultimately got an offer, is it fair game to inquire with the recruiter as to why the initial candidates declined? And should this fact weigh into my decision process?

What do you think about working for a defense and space contractor? I currently work at a large space contractor and it’s awful. I legit haven’t learned anything (maybe 3 things and they are very minimal and not really anything) in the couple of years I’ve been here since everything is so controlled and thinking outside of the box is a no no.

Best way to prepare for SHRM ?
Any tips or resources that helped you pass the exam?

Anyone is a tech role in healthcare ? If so what is your title so you enjoy it?

Anyone from KPMG India would like to tell me the hierarchy in IT advisory. How many levels are there in analyst position ?

What would be the best method to transition from a financial advisory role to a more financial analyst focused position? Is this type of move unheard of/too difficult to do?

Anyone taken the CFE or CIA? Feedback is appreciated with respect to review courses and prep time. Thanks.

Hello,I’ve 11 years of experience in hardware verification. I know SV, UVM. How can I change my career field to AIML? Please guide

How to start prepping for MBB firms for associate roles with no prior consulting experience starting from recruiter screening call. the only thing i know is case in point book

I'm working with an IT MNC in PMO profile.

Is it Bad to change Sector from 'IT' and moving into the same profile (PMO Support) but with the 'Investment Banking sector'?

Some people says once you move out from IT sector, there is no chance getting back to it. Is this really true?

Please assist, this question is eating me.

What tech jobs will be taken away with AI? I feel like a lot of tech consulting jobs will be gone, tableau, data management etc.... Or am wrong?

I'm thinking about starting something, but I want to be well versed in entrepreneurship before I do. Any recommended resources (websites, podcasts, books, etc.)? Thanks!

By and large it seems like women are more likely to pursue veterinary medicine as a career, anyone have an idea why?

How do I find headhunters that specialize particularly on junior strategists? Thanks for any help

What’s the next move when you’re this age, at plateau of career, not going any further and burned out, but have to work for at least 5-7 more years? Would love to hear from those who made a fulfilling move.

I have just got an options trader job at a prop trading firm. But I knew nothing about options/trading/finance. The firms said they’ll be officially training us once we start. But in the meantime, what are some books/resources that you would recommend to start learning first?

After you are stealth laid off, other than job search, what do you do? I assume they won’t give you work and even if they do, you can politely decline? How do you feel about you are not progressing anymore and seeing other people progressing in their career? I have no intention to make partner, but still feel a bit stuck not doing that much.

I have cleared the interview with Microsoft and HR confirmed that I have been selected, but it's almost one month since I haven't received the offer letter from them. Usually how long the process would take?

Does your company split data science roles into different practices like data & analytics and software engineering? Does this inhibit collaboration & Where does a data engineer fall?

I work as Business Analyst, but now I am looking ahead for a package of 18lakhs, holding an experience of 4.5years. Will any company provide me with it?? I stay in Bangalore!

What are the things that have surprised you the most about the post-college world/ non-first gens?

What is the average yearly hike given in PWC?

I've my eb3 priority date of April'19. In how many years could I possibly expect to get my GC realistically?

What’s a good D30 retention?

Hey folks. Question for the majority of us still under the big 3 holding co’s...are raises a thing anymore? I’ve been at my (smaller) agency almost 5yrs and got one raise (a nice $12k bump) during that time—is that sufficient? Is one increase in that span normal? I also recognize being somewhere 5 years is rare these days. The honeymoon period at any agency seems to be 2.5—3yrs before bolting. Not complaining, just asking. Have y’all been getting raises/bumps in any kind of regular cycle? Thx.

Is factory-second from Allen Edmond worth buying?

What will be the work from home benefit’s in IQVIA?

YOE 15+
IBM 34 LPA
Global Logic 39 LPA
PM Role, Bangalore location.. which one should I choose? Please let me know.. IBM is not ready to negotiate.

Does anyone have an idea on the best emerging markets to invest in before the recession hits? Is gold, or any other commodity going to be the safe haven as well? Thanks everyone

What books have you read recently that have dramatically shifted your understanding of who God is?

Hi Fishes,

General topic of discussion..
What to do when your automated regression suite(nearly 5k) keeps on expanding due to new features and doesn't stabilize due to old scripts breaking due to data issues and new scripts failing due to sync/some script issues.. Any experiences!?

Sunday Scaries are REAL

What is the highest paying type of insurance defense?

So has travel to USA for Indian citizens resumed (via Canada)? Any insights from anyone?

Found out a male with way less experience and no produced work is getting hired next week and making a significant amount more. How do I bring this up in a review?

What’s the best place to hire someone to mock-up some iOS wireframes based on hand sketches and a brief?

I know abt Upwork but any other : better places you recommend?

Anyone interested in purchasing a SXSW Film badge at the early bird special cost of $895?

I’m helping a teacher take over her website that’s hosted by FlyWheel and suspect is a template. A designer charges maintenance, but it could really use a do-over. Advice on taking back control?

I should have posted in this bowl... but Coronavirus is forcing me to freelance for the first time in 2 years. I have 5-6 years UX experience, is 40 hourly a reasonable rate? Should I negotiate...

Thoughts on Deloitte?

I'm a conceptual ACD. Anyone make the transition from being a conceptual ACD that's worked mostly I'm tv/olv, and integrated campaigns? How did you make the transition? Where did you start?

Just accepted an offer to come to Meta as a content designer. Spent the last 7 years in digital agencies doing copywriting and UX writing, what do I need to know before I start?

Sup UX bowl, I am about to go into salary negotiations for my new role as an Associate UX Producer in the Cincinnati area for a digital agency based in KY. Any one have any insight into what a proper salary for a position like that would be?

Is there a UX design equivalent of a creative brief? Something for stakeholders to sign off, and for everyone to use as the master starting point.

Do I need to bold a black 12px text on a white background to pass the accessibility contrast ratio?

I’m an Associate XD and I feel like whenever I give input on projects it’s mostly received with slight skepticism from the management supervisor. Is this the norm when you’re a junior on a project?

Hey! To prep for an enterprise ux designer interview would you prepare a portfolio deck or would you review your portfolio site? The role I am interviewing for is the first and only ux designer on a team of predominantly project managers.

For all you Figma users, do you share/present the Figma file with your clients? If so, how do you separate them from looking at you when you’re working on the file? It’s almost feels uncomfortable.

Hi fishies 🐠 I’m an Art Director that’s trying to transition over to UX Design. I have experience building websites and some previous freelance work doing some UI/UX. What’s the best route to transition over and would I need to apply for entry level roles? Does an AD role with a UI/UX focus even exist? I enjoy the thinking of UX design and am comfortable designing interfaces but I’m mostly unsure of the process of working with an UX team. Would love to hear your thoughts!

Product manager with 6 years experience - what would you ask for freelance part time hourly rate? NYC.

What is your process like when mapping out content and layout for a website or app? Is it best practice to have the content up front before wire framing out the content?

I’m a new hire and currently the only creative on a team of developers. I’ve requested Figma—but IT has pushed back, asking for “detailed business justification… explaining it is beneficial or will assist in day-to-day tasks”.

I’ve already provided info of that nature directly from Figma’s website. Suggestions on what else might convince them?

Further context: our marketing dept currently uses Sketch. And my employer’s industry is insurance claims management.

How can a planner transition to UX? Are there classes/certifications o should consider? How can one break into the field without starting as an intern?

For ux designers.. when you work on a website redesign project where do you begin?

What are some good conferences to attend for leaders in UX? Anyone have favorites?