UX Design, Family and Self-Care | Lauren Stapleton’s CareerFoundry Story
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Interaction & UX
🌟 Join us on a heartwarming journey as we delve into the inspiring transformation of Lauren Stapleton, a New York City resident who achieved her dream career and a newfound work-life balance that allows her to spend precious time with her family. 🌟
As we journey through her story, Lauren not only offers advice for career changers and insights into the job search process but also shares the deep sense of fulfillment and work-life harmony she has found in her new role. Don't miss out on this touching and insightful journey! 🚀✨
Want to follow in Lauren's footsteps? 👇
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👇 Click play to find your own ‘Eureka’ moment! 👇
(00:00) - Meet Lauren Stapleton
(00:00) - What is Lauren’s favorite neighbourhood and why?
(01:05) - What does Lauren’s typical day as a UX Designer in New York look like?
(01:42) - How does Lauren find life-work balance in New York?
(02:11) - Any tips for aspiring UX Designers living in the city that never sleeps?
(02:36) - Three pieces of advice for breaking into UX Design in New York?
(03:24) - When and how did Lauren first find out about UX Design?
(04:14) - What was Lauren doing for work before becoming a UX Designer?
(04:47) - What was Lauren’s “Eureka” moment?
(05:08) - Why did Lauren think UX Design was a good fit for her?
(05:35) - What are three pieces of advice for current/future students who want to become UX Designers?
(06:13) - Were there any transferable skills from Lauren’s previous career?
(06:43) - How did Lauren find out about CareerFoundry?
(07:01) - How did Lauren realize CareerFoundry was the right choice for her?
(07:31) - Would Lauren recommend other prospective students book a call with a program advisor?
(07:56) - Why did Lauren choose CareerFoundry over other providers?
(08:23) - If Lauren could sum up her overall experience with CareerFoundry in one word, what would it be and why?
(08:40) - What did Lauren’s typical day as a UX Student with CareerFoundry look like?
(09:33) - Did Lauren study while working (or caring for people)?
(09:53) - What did Lauren find most challenging about this?
(10:19) - How did Lauren find the flexible learning approach that CareerFoundry offers?
(10:40) - What was Lauren’s relationship with her mentor and tutor like?
(11:17) - What were some of the highlights of this relationship?
(11:53) - What piece of advice from Lauren’s mentor or tutor has helped her the most in her current job?
(12:19) - How impactful was having this dual mentorship model to Lauren’s learning experience?
(12:43) - What was a highlight of Lauren’s learning experience?
(12:54) - How did Lauren feel when she finished her curriculum and handed in that final assignment?
(13:18) - How did Lauren celebrate finishing the program?
(13:40) - What would Lauren do differently looking back at her career change process, if she could?
(14:01) - Share three pieces of advice for fellow students looking to career change into tech
(14:45) - What advice would Lauren give someone considering getting into UX Design?
(15:14) - How did Lauren find the job search aspect of the change?
(15:44) - How did Lauren’s Career Specialist at CareerFoundry support her during the job search?
(16:19) - Did Lauren have any worries relating to the job search?
(16:32) - What 3 tips would Lauren give to somebody applying for a UX Designer of Product Design role?
(17:26) - How did Lauren feel when that first job offer came through?
(17:45) - What was the first thing Lauren did once she got the offer?
(17:55) - What advice would Lauren give to someone thinking of changing careers into a tech role?
(18:15) - What does Lauren’s new role offer her that her old role didn’t?
(18:59) - What’s it like working as a woman in tech?
(19:55) - How is work-life balance as a UX Designer?
(20:46) - How has this experience changed Lauren’s life?
(21:11) - What’s it like working as a remote UX Designer?
(21:51) - What would Lauren like to accomplish in the next 5 years?
(22:25) - Is there a good progression in the career path as a UX Designer?
(22:50) - If Lauren could sum up her new career/life in one word, what would it be and why?
Thanks for watching!
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#UXdesign #uxresearch #CareerChange
📖 Dive into our blog and explore our other channels: ✍️ https://linktr.ee/CareerFoundry
🌐 Discover our range of expert programs:
👩🏫 https://careerfoundry.com/
Catch this episode directly here:
https://youtu.be/yz157INDgyE
As we journey through her story, Lauren not only offers advice for career changers and insights into the job search process but also shares the deep sense of fulfillment and work-life harmony she has found in her new role. Don't miss out on this touching and insightful journey! 🚀✨
Want to follow in Lauren's footsteps? 👇
https://bit.ly/The_UX_Design_program_Lauren_completed
Think UX Design might be for you? Speak with one of our program advisors to learn more about our UX Design programs: 📞
https://bit.ly/Book_a_call_with_one_of_our_UX_Program_Advisors_6
👇 Don’t forget to hit that "Subscribe" button and ring the bell so you won't miss out on more life-changing stories and tips! 🛎️
https://bit.ly/Subscribe-to-our-YouTube-channel ✅
And if you want to try your hand at some fundamental UX principles? Check out our free short course: https://bit.ly/Our_free_UX_Design_short_course_6👀
👇 Click play to find your own ‘Eureka’ moment! 👇
(00:00) - Meet Lauren Stapleton
(00:00) - What is Lauren’s favorite neighbourhood and why?
(01:05) - What does Lauren’s typical day as a UX Designer in New York look like?
(01:42) - How does Lauren find life-work balance in New York?
(02:11) - Any tips for aspiring UX Designers living in the city that never sleeps?
(02:36) - Three pieces of advice for breaking into UX Design in New York?
(03:24) - When and how did Lauren first find out about UX Design?
(04:14) - What was Lauren doing for work before becoming a UX Designer?
(04:47) - What was Lauren’s “Eureka” moment?
(05:08) - Why did Lauren think UX Design was a good fit for her?
(05:35) - What are three pieces of advice for current/future students who want to become UX Designers?
(06:13) - Were there any transferable skills from Lauren’s previous career?
(06:43) - How did Lauren find out about CareerFoundry?
(07:01) - How did Lauren realize CareerFoundry was the right choice for her?
(07:31) - Would Lauren recommend other prospective students book a call with a program advisor?
(07:56) - Why did Lauren choose CareerFoundry over other providers?
(08:23) - If Lauren could sum up her overall experience with CareerFoundry in one word, what would it be and why?
(08:40) - What did Lauren’s typical day as a UX Student with CareerFoundry look like?
(09:33) - Did Lauren study while working (or caring for people)?
(09:53) - What did Lauren find most challenging about this?
(10:19) - How did Lauren find the flexible learning approach that CareerFoundry offers?
(10:40) - What was Lauren’s relationship with her mentor and tutor like?
(11:17) - What were some of the highlights of this relationship?
(11:53) - What piece of advice from Lauren’s mentor or tutor has helped her the most in her current job?
(12:19) - How impactful was having this dual mentorship model to Lauren’s learning experience?
(12:43) - What was a highlight of Lauren’s learning experience?
(12:54) - How did Lauren feel when she finished her curriculum and handed in that final assignment?
(13:18) - How did Lauren celebrate finishing the program?
(13:40) - What would Lauren do differently looking back at her career change process, if she could?
(14:01) - Share three pieces of advice for fellow students looking to career change into tech
(14:45) - What advice would Lauren give someone considering getting into UX Design?
(15:14) - How did Lauren find the job search aspect of the change?
(15:44) - How did Lauren’s Career Specialist at CareerFoundry support her during the job search?
(16:19) - Did Lauren have any worries relating to the job search?
(16:32) - What 3 tips would Lauren give to somebody applying for a UX Designer of Product Design role?
(17:26) - How did Lauren feel when that first job offer came through?
(17:45) - What was the first thing Lauren did once she got the offer?
(17:55) - What advice would Lauren give to someone thinking of changing careers into a tech role?
(18:15) - What does Lauren’s new role offer her that her old role didn’t?
(18:59) - What’s it like working as a woman in tech?
(19:55) - How is work-life balance as a UX Designer?
(20:46) - How has this experience changed Lauren’s life?
(21:11) - What’s it like working as a remote UX Designer?
(21:51) - What would Lauren like to accomplish in the next 5 years?
(22:25) - Is there a good progression in the career path as a UX Designer?
(22:50) - If Lauren could sum up her new career/life in one word, what would it be and why?
Thanks for watching!
---
#UXdesign #uxresearch #CareerChange
📖 Dive into our blog and explore our other channels: ✍️ https://linktr.ee/CareerFoundry
🌐 Discover our range of expert programs:
👩🏫 https://careerfoundry.com/
Catch this episode directly here:
https://youtu.be/yz157INDgyE