breaking into ux
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by Brian Sullivan
Brian Sullivan.
@BrianKSullivan
@bigdesign
Hi, my name is
#breakingux
1. Resume2. Portfolio3. Networking
Resume (or Rap Sheet)
Resumes contain certain elements.
1. Do not lie.2. Link to portfolio.3. Your uniqueness.4. Design & UX skills.5. Your impact to
bottom line.
Tips for Resume Writing
1. Use keywords.
2. Include all contact info.
3. Add an objective.
4. Prioritize content.
5. Choose Your Style
ChronologicalFunction-based
Portfolio (Your Product)
Watch Your Online Presence
Make It Visual
Kevin Schumacher
Same Visual Style
Linked-in Testimonials
Network (Your People)
Your Network = Business
Networking is a Contact Sport
It’s a great book, too!
Best networkers focus on giving, not getting.
Value people over technology.
Your 5/10/15 Plan
5 Meetings/Encounters Daily
10 Correspondences Daily
15 Phone Calls Daily
Networking Template
Hello, my name is ________________.I am a ___________ at ____________.
The last cool project I worked on was __________________ where I learned ______,______, and ______.
How cool is that!
Use This Template. Give Them Your Card.
I have a couple of questions for you. It will take just two minutes:
1. Tell me what you do.2. Tell me what you love to do.
The answers are totally different.
Another Approach.
Shake Hands & Exchange Cards.
Business Card Strategy
Your business cards go here
Their business cards go here
Card Holders Get in the Way.
Introduce Them to Someone You Know.
Everyone Loves a Connector. Be one.
Remember Their Names!
Join UX Dallas Meetup
Come to the Big Design Conference.
September 4-6, 2014
What’s My Name?
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