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Ebony Johnson shares her journey and advice on building confidence as a new content designer, stressing the importance of being selective with companies, identifying areas for improvement, and leaning on community support.

Molly Whitehead-Jones shares her experience and practical advice on being an effective part-time content leader, emphasizing the importance of setting clear boundaries, empowering your team, and creating processes that enable smooth collaboration.

Five content design professionals share their journeys and advice on breaking into the field, discussing the importance of skill-building, portfolio creation, interview preparation, and leveraging unique experiences to transition into content design.

Ben Dudley offers practical advice for new UX writers on how to navigate the first six months in a new role or company, sharing insights from his own journey and emphasizing the importance of learning from mistakes, celebrating successes, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Marissa Epstein shares her experience in establishing a unified Strategy department at Lullabot, emphasizing the importance of collaboration, defining services, and mapping the client's journey to create consistent and intentional work as a team.

Sarah Johnson explores the impact of trust on team performance, sharing insights from her experience at CVS and providing guidance on how to build thriving teams through authentic leadership.

5 content professionals share leadership insights: Navigating imposter syndrome, celebrating wins, and more.

Christina Vasilevski shares tips on how people with ADHD can thrive in content design, emphasizing how their unique abilities can be leveraged to create clear, concise, and user-friendly content.

Jeneba Wint shares innovative strategies for career development, using the concept of a 'Minimum Viable Product' (MVP) from product management.

Katrin Suetterlin explores the complexities of neurodiversity in the workplace, emphasizing the role of inclusive leadership and the need for a nuanced understanding of neurodivergent experiences.

Jen Dionisio shares her journey as a content strategist, her experiences in management and coaching, her personal growth during the pandemic, and offers insights and lessons to help others in their content strategy careers.

Diving deep into content, shedding light on the art of storytelling, connecting with diverse readers, and adapting to the ever-shifting content landscape.

Kevin Bui outlines a three-step approach to navigating promotions, focusing on auditing one's skills, reflecting on past projects, and gathering valuable testimonials from colleagues.

Ayesha Akbar Ali shares her journey from copywriting to content design, highlighting the importance of hands-on courses, challenging traditional briefs, and the power of networking and mentorship.

Insights and advice from 5 highly experienced Content Design professionals, representing a wide spectrum of industries, including music streaming, travel, search, social media, online shopping and fintech.

Mike Winnington shares experiences and insights from his initial 150 days as a UX Writing Manager at Doctolib, discussing his transition, struggles, and successes.

Seasoned professionals share advice on transitioning into content design management, focusing on leadership skills, team growth, and strategic thinking.

Cara Lam shares her journey from freelance content writer to full-time content designer, offering insights on acing job applications and interviews.

Noni Hollonds, a design leader at Atlassian, shares her approach to content design resourcing and offers a framework for achieving balance in team support.

Laurah Mwirichia discusses career advancement in content design, emphasizing technical and strategic skills, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous learning.

An insightful panel discussion from the Perspectives 2022 Conference, focusing on burnout, imposter syndrome, and self-care in the content design industry.

Career insights from HubSpot's content design panel, covering entry into the field, portfolio development, interview tactics, and handling imposter syndrome. The experts underscore the significance of user problem comprehension, impact demonstration, and lifelong learning. The discussion is based on a Q&A session with a global audience.

Expert content strategists share career progression advice, discussing the transition to senior roles, portfolio development, and the importance of soft skills. They highlight the significance of strategic thinking, storytelling, and understanding user journeys. Insights are drawn from a Q&A panel featuring professionals from Canva, JPMorgan Chase & Co., and more.

Patrick Stafford's journey from journalism to UX, detailing his transition, on-the-job learning, and his role in running UX Content Collective. His career spans various roles, including UX writer, content designer, strategist, and co-founder of UX Content Collective.

Insights from a panel of content design experts. They discuss the importance of content design, its role in user experience, and how it can be effectively integrated into the product development process. The panel also shares advice for aspiring content designers.

Q&A session featuring senior content designers sharing their career experiences and advice. They discuss the skills needed for the role, how to progress in the field, and the importance of understanding user needs. The experts also share their thoughts on the future of content design.

Jonathan McFadden's journey from journalism to content strategy, his role in forming LendingTree's first Diversity and Inclusion Group, and his insights on using content to connect people.

Tracy Playle, Founder and CEO of Pickle Jar Communications, reflects on her career, the challenges she faced, and her ongoing journey with mental health and impostor syndrome.

Exploring Jonathon Colman's journey in UX content strategy, his roles at Facebook, Intercom, and HubSpot, and his insights on team building and professional development.

Insights into the content strategy approach at Lullabot, featuring discussions with Greg Dunlap, Director of Strategy, and Erin Schroeder, Content Strategist.

Advice from senior UX writers on starting and progressing in the UX writing field. They discuss the increasing demand for UX writers, how to transition into the role, and the importance of staying ahead in the fast-paced field. The experts also share tips on preparing for interviews and progressing in your career.

Nicole Michaelis discusses her journey in UX writing, her role at Spotify, and her experiences in teaching content marketing at Berghs School of Communication.

Exploring the overlap and distinctions between content design and UX design, focusing on user-centered design techniques and role definitions.

An inside look at content design at IBM with Tom Waterton, discussing his career progression, the importance of collaboration, and the company's focus on user-centered design.

An extensive profile on Beth Dunn, detailing her career path in content, her role in establishing content design at HubSpot, and her valuable career advice.

Scott Kubie's career journey from UI Writer to independent UX consultant and Staff Content Strategist at Mailchimp, sharing insights on content strategy, consulting, and career development.

Whitney Homans, Director of Content Design at Instacart, discusses her career journey, the evolution of content design, and offers advice for aspiring content designers.

Jane Ruffino: A content designer and UX writer with a unique blend of archaeology and digital experience. She shares insights on teaching UX writing, setting up a content design consultancy, and navigating the challenges of client engagements.

Exploring Rachel McConnell's role as a content design manager at BT, discussing her career path, the company's structure, and advice for aspiring content designers.

Exploring Keri Maijala's career in content strategy, her journey from eBay to LinkedIn, and her insights on building an engaged team.

Detailing Kristina Halvorson's journey in popularizing content strategy, authoring a ground-breaking book, and running two influential conferences, with valuable advice and tips.

Detailing Candi Williams' career in content design, her experiences at Bumble, and her insights on diversity, inclusion, and overcoming industry challenges.

An in-depth look at the role of a Content Director, with examples from Headspace and Lego. Includes salary expectations, responsibilities, qualifications, benefits, and diversity considerations.

Dissecting the role of a Content Coordinator with examples from Gartner and Saks, detailing responsibilities, qualifications, and benefits.

Analyzing the role of a Content Editor with examples from Selfridges and Newcastle University, detailing responsibilities, skills, and benefits.

Unpacking the role of a Content Specialist with examples from EY and Tesla, detailing responsibilities, qualifications, benefits, and diversity considerations.

Examining the role of a Web Content Manager with examples from Amazon Web Services and Sage, detailing responsibilities, qualifications, benefits, and diversity considerations.

Deep dive into the role of a Content Manager, with examples from Adobe and UK Ministry of Justice, detailing responsibilities, qualifications, benefits, and diversity considerations.

Delving into the role of a Content Designer with examples from NHS Digital and Facebook, detailing responsibilities, qualifications, benefits, and diversity considerations.

Deep dive into the role of a Content Strategist with examples from SurveyMonkey, TikTok, and Amazon, detailing responsibilities, qualifications, benefits, and diversity considerations.

Exploring Mike Petroff's career journey from content strategy to product management, with reflections on his experiences at Harvard and insights for career advancement.

An in-depth profile of Mario Ferrer, King's Lead Content Designer, discussing his career progression, experiences in UX writing, and his role in building the Content Design España community.

Insight into the role of a UX Writer with examples from Airbnb, Spotify, and Vanguard, detailing responsibilities, qualifications, and diversity considerations.

An engaging conversation with Andy Welfle, author and Adobe UX content strategist, discussing his career journey, insights, and advice for aspiring UX content strategists.

An in-depth profile of Michael J. Metts, Content Design Director at Upwork, discussing his career journey, UX, content, conversational AI, and advice for content professionals.

Exploration of the role and responsibilities of a UX Writer, with examples from Uber, Apple, and Grammarly, including skills required, challenges faced, and career progression.

An engaging conversation with Sarah Winters, the creator of the content design discipline, CEO of Content Design London, and author of 'Content Design'.

Unveiling the role of a Content Strategist with examples from Facebook, Tesla, and Microsoft, including responsibilities, skills, challenges, and career progression insights.