UX Direction With Jay Tulloch: Recent Episodes
Jay Tulloch
Welcome to the UX Direction podcast (Formerly Intern to Boss), where I will be sharing with you reflections from my career journey in User Experience (UX) Design and helping you to level up your career fast.
Intern to Boss will be a sub series of the UX Direction Podcast.
In this week’s episode Jay and Saad discuss their experiences with rejection and failure in the tech industry. They also share tips on how to embrace them to improve your skills and further your Tech career
In this weeks episode Jay and Saad discuss the current landscape in the tech world regarding mass layoffs and crypto scams that are on the rise. Topics discussed are of a sensitive nature and not suitable for those of a sensitive disposition.
Will the world regret creating Chat GPT? Will it replace our jobs in tech or will it be the best thing that has ever happened in the industry? This week Jay and Saad discuss this global tech phenomenon. https://openai.com/blog/chatgpthttps://www.mogawdat.com/scarysmarthttps://www.deepmind.com/research/highlighted-research/alphagohttps://www.deepmind.com/research/highlighted-research/alphafoldhttps://openai.com/https://neuralink.com/
In this weeks episode Jay and Saad discuss their predictions for the world of technology in 2023 from AI (obviously) to Neo Brutalism and so much more!
In this week’s episode Jay and Saad are joined by Qais Amori VP of Engineering at Seera Group to discuss how to build and lead engineering teams from the perspective of building great product teams. Qais also shares his breakdown on what to look for when hiring, how to deal with team conflict and why building great software architecture shouldn’t be the only focus point of a tech leader.
In this week's episode, Jay and Saad discuss the importance of being a lifelong learner and go through some of the proven techniques and methods in learning new tech skills. Increasing mind capacity and retention.
In this week’s episode Jay and Saad are joined by a familiar guest, Christian Kemsies to discuss everything related to salary.
In this weeks episode Jay and Saad discuss the popular digital professional networking platform, LinkedIn, and it’s affect on the tech industry.
In the his weeks episode Jay and Saad discuss something that affects us all in our careers. Imposter syndrome. What is it? How we live with it? And what to do about it?
In this weeks episode Jay and Saad discuss the unspoken occurrence of Quiet Firing. How to tell if your boss wants to get rid of you, and what to do about it.
In this week’s episode Jay and Saad discuss why you might be on the wrong career path, why companies should offer dual track career paths and defining the role of a “Principle” and “Distinguished” engineers and designers in the tech industry.
In this weeks episode Jay and Saad discuss the new phenomenon of 'Quiet Quitting', 'Laying Flat' and 'Letting it Rot' and the impact of these movements in the Tech industry.
This week Jay and Saad are joined by Christian Kemsies (Director of Product Operations) to discuss the role of Product Operations, how to hire and build great tech teams, working in agile correctly and so much more.
This week Jay and Saad discuss working in toxic work environments and how to handle challenging work situations in the Tech industry (and beyond).
This weeks episode Jay and Saad have a conversation with Warren Nugent Global Head of UX Design.
Leading through the Covid Pandemic
Mentoring and nurturing teams
Leading in Tech
Moving to Dubai
Working with diverse cultures
Design Engineering
Imposter Syndrome
Importance of experimentation
How to be an effective Head of Tech
Empathy in management
Plus so much more
To find out more about Warren and his journey in UX Design, follow him on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/warrennugent/
This week we discuss identifying and dealing with conflict in the tech work place. Discover your attitude to conflict resolution via the Thomas-Kilman personality assessment (for conflict) https://theassessmentsite.com/?gclid=CjwKCAjwt7SWBhAnEiwAx8ZLaoWoVepNiWi3Q1omln9zlPvS7HNJKq7MCCUmaLoWiHgRvqQrHYnL9xoCyfUQAvD_BwE
In this weeks episode of the Life in Tech podcast Jay and Saad discuss the best ways to get into the tech industry. This episode is a real gem for anyone looking to enter or transition into the technology sector.
In this weeks episode we talk to Batsirai Madzonga, Head of UX Design at Al Hilal Bank in Abu Dhabi. In this insightful episode Batsirai talks us through his journey to the top of the UX Design field and about life being a designer in the UAE as well as running a design business in hyper inflationary Zimbabwe. To find out more about Batsirai check him out on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/batsi
In this weeks episode of the Life in Tech podcast with Jay and Saad, we discuss why we believe that the (somewhat mythical) role of the Design Engineer is the future of the Tech industry.
In this episode Jay and Saad discuss how to boost Tech (or any) team morale. How Leaders and colleagues can support their team members and allow them to gain confidence and give them space to perform at their very best.
In this weeks episode Jay and Saad discuss their experiences working remote in tech industry.
The first episode of the Life in Tech podcast is coming soon in June 2022! Be prepared by following the podcast channel!
In this episode of the UX Direction Podcast, Jay discusses why you should avoid the Google UX certification and alternative ways to get yourself noticed by hiring managers. Perfect for those just starting out or transitioning from a different industry.
Jay is a UX Director, with over a decade of experience in user experience design - working in Digital Transformation, Consumer Travel and FinTech. The UX Direction podcast aims to help you to level up your design career fast by sharing UX tips, career advice, leadership challenges and successes as well as interviewing fantastic thought leaders (coming soon) from the design community.
If you enjoyed this episode and want to know when the next episode drops, then check out and follow the podcast:
Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ux-direction-with-jay-tulloch/id1571857884
Spotify podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/5CpnRJqTwRTTa6VDgpgcgk?si=3W7ERWR8Q0azP6f6XvNy-A&dl_branch=1
Don't forget to subscribe to the YouTube channel if you appreciate the visual podcast.
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In this episode of the UX Direction Podcast, Jay discusses the Google UX Course and why you should do it. Perfect for those just starting out or transitioning from a different industry.
Jay is a UX Director, with over a decade of experience in user experience design - working in Digital Transformation, Consumer Travel and FinTech. The UX Direction podcast aims to help you to level up your design career fast by sharing UX tips, career advice, leadership challenges and successes as well as interviewing fantastic thought leaders (coming soon) from the design community.
If you enjoyed this episode and want to know when the next episode drops, then check out and follow the podcast:
Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ux-direction-with-jay-tulloch/id1571857884
Spotify podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/5CpnRJqTwRTTa6VDgpgcgk?si=3W7ERWR8Q0azP6f6XvNy-A&dl_branch=1
Don't forget to subscribe to the YouTube channel if you appreciate the visual podcast.
https://youtube.com/channel/UCtXFyTHP2lYE-NfVUaxtRHg
ux #ui #uxdesign #design #career #productdesign #designthinking
In this episode Jay discusses why UX Design is the best career in the world and the future of the UX Design discipline. Jay is a UX Director, with over a decade of experience in user experience design - working in Digital Transformation, Consumer Travel and FinTech. The UX Direction podcast aims to help you to level up your design career fast by sharing UX tips, career advice, leadership challenges and successes as well as interviewing fantastic thought leaders (coming soon) from the design community.
If you enjoyed this episode and want to know when the next episode drops, then check out and follow the podcast:
Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ux-direction-with-jay-tulloch/id1571857884
Spotify podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/5CpnRJqTwRTTa6VDgpgcgk?si=3W7ERWR8Q0azP6f6XvNy-A&dl_branch=1
Don’t forget to subscribe to the YouTube channel if you appreciate the visual podcast.
https://youtube.com/channel/UCtXFyTHP2lYE-NfVUaxtRHg
In this episode of the UX Direction Podcast, Jay discusses the role of UX Writers and whether or not they have a place in the product team. Should UX Designers have UX Writing skills or is UX Writing it’s own discipline requiring additional people to be embedded in product teams?
Jay is a UX Director, with over a decade of experience in user experience design - working in Digital Transformation, Consumer Travel and FinTech. The UX Direction podcast aims to help you to level up your design career fast by sharing UX tips, career advice, leadership challenges and successes as well as interviewing fantastic thought leaders (coming soon) from the design community.
If you enjoyed this episode and want to know when the next episode drops, then check out and follow the podcast:
Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ux-direction-with-jay-tulloch/id1571857884
Spotify podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/5CpnRJqTwRTTa6VDgpgcgk?si=3W7ERWR8Q0azP6f6XvNy-A&dl_branch=1
Don’t forget to subscribe to the YouTube channel if you appreciate the visual podcast.
https://youtube.com/channel/UCtXFyTHP2lYE-NfVUaxtRHg
In this episode of the UX Direction Podcast, Jay discusses how to kick start your career in UX Design if you do not have industry experience. Perfect for those just starting out or transitioning from a different industry.
Jay is a UX Director, with over a decade of experience in user experience design - working in Digital Transformation, Consumer Travel and FinTech. The UX Direction podcast aims to help you to level up your design career fast by sharing UX tips, career advice, leadership challenges and successes as well as interviewing fantastic thought leaders (coming soon) from the design community.
If you enjoyed this episode and want to know when the next episode drops, then check out and follow the podcast:
Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ux-direction-with-jay-tulloch/id1571857884
Spotify podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/5CpnRJqTwRTTa6VDgpgcgk?si=3W7ERWR8Q0azP6f6XvNy-A&dl_branch=1
Don’t forget to subscribe to the YouTube channel if you appreciate the visual podcast.
https://youtube.com/channel/UCtXFyTHP2lYE-NfVUaxtRHg
In this episode, Jay discusses the best way for candidates to get their profiles noticed by hiring managers and what you should do to increase your chances of obtaining your next design position.
In this episode Jay discusses the how to conduct yourself in the new world of remote online interviews. As well as what to stop and start doing to enhance your chances of being successful in the interview process. Enjoy.
In this episode Jay discusses the art of managing stakeholders, and how treating your stakeholders like your customers will help your ideas gain momentum and buy in. Enjoy.
In this weeks episode Jay discusses the difference between UX, UI and Product Designer roles. As well as why Product designers are the mythical creatures in the world of UX Design and how you can excel in each of these roles.
In this weeks episode Jay discusses what UX Design really is and what UX definitely is not. Helping you to identify when UX is being understood correctly by your colleagues and organisation.
Jay is a UX Director, with over a decade of experience in user experience design - working in Digital Transformation, Consumer Travel and FinTech. The UX Direction podcast aims to help you to level up your design career by sharing UX tips, career advice, leadership challenges and successes as well as interviewing fantastic thought leaders (coming soon) from the design community.
In this weeks episode I reflect on why one of my best employees quit my team. Their reasons, the impact it had and the lessons I learned.
In this weeks episode I discuss how I was able to attract a 6 figure salary so early in my career and also why I declined the offer.
In this weeks episode, I’ll tell the story of how learning to code and my short career as a web developer helped me to accelerate my career and how we all can benefit from obtaining new skills.
In this episode, I welcome you to the Intern to Boss podcast. This is the first episode of hopefully many, where I will share my reflections from my accelerated career journey from an Intern making coffee to a Director in UX Design. I plan on sharing insights and learnings which will help you to level up your career game. Fast!