Approximate reading time: 2 minutes

On March 22nd I chatted with Cas Cain, a UX professional with over a decade of experience in Fintech. We talked about her journey from a tech-savvy childhood to a successful career in user experience design, tips and tricks for landing your dream job, and the impact of AI on UX.

“Trust, but verify is key with AI.”

Listen to part 1 here:

Listen to part 2 here:

Summary

In the first part of our conversation, Cas discussed her early influences, the evolution of UX roles, and the unique challenges of working in the finance industry. She emphasized the importance of mentoring and provideded valuable insights into crafting effective resumes for aspiring UX designers, particularly in the context of AI and ATS systems. Cas also highlighted the significance of quantifying experience and the role of soft skills in UX design.

In the second part, Cas spoke about the importance of mentoring, team dynamics, and the challenges of working with technical team members. The discussion then delved into Agile and Waterfall methodologies, the significance of user experience in product design, and the evolving role of AI in UX.

Takeaways

• Defending UX involves showing its value through metrics and ROI.
• AI can assist in tasks but should not replace human jobs.
• Setting clear goals can prevent scope creep.
• AI’s role in UX is evolving and needs careful consideration.
• Mentoring can significantly impact the growth of UX professionals.
• The evolution of UX roles has led to more specialization.
• UX design in Finance tends to move slower due to compliance and regulations.
• Optimizing resumes for ATS is crucial for job seekers.
• Quantifying experience can greatly enhance a resume.

My thoughts

I could have talked for hours with Cas. I’m glad we wrote down the main topics that we wanted to cover during our chat, so that we made sure to atleast cover those. Talking with her made me realize how much of your career journey is in your own hands, if you are willing to take control over it.

Get in touch with Cas

Visit Cascain.io, add her on Linkedin.com/in/cascain or email her at [email protected]

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