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What Spotify’s latest layoff means for a career in UX Research

Weekly curated resources for designers — thinkers and makers.

Dec 18, 2023
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Spotify’s recent layoff of 1,500 employees, despite positive earnings, signals a shift in how we view roles like UX Research in the tech industry. What are the implications for professionals in non-business crucial roles like ours?

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Make me think

Signals of interface quality →
“Quality is the degree to which an object or entity (e.g., process, product, or service) satisfies specific attributes or requirements. The quality of something can be determined by comparing a set of inherent characteristics with a set of requirements.”

People accomplishing ambitious things together →
“The Eiffel Tower was built in 2 years and 2 months; that is, in 793 days. When completed in 1889, it became the tallest building in the world, a record it held for more than 40 years. It cost about $40 million in 2019 dollars.”

Charge your worth →
“I never assumed a client wouldn’t value my work if they couldn’t afford my rates. I knew they were not a good fit for me. As much as I would like to buy a Ferrari SF90 Spider, I wouldn’t value the vehicle’s quality less when I couldn’t afford something at the top of the market. I know it’s not the best decision for my finances, so I look for a cheaper alternative.”


Little gems this week

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Tools and resources

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How to negotiate your job offer →
Comparing multiple offers and evaluating your compensation.


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