Abhishek Kumar’s Post

"Fourteen million six hundred and five." [Repost] That's the number of design iterations I sometimes feel I've gone through before finding the one that truly resonates. 😅 Just like Doctor Strange, who peered into the future to find the one path to victory, we as UX professionals dive deep into the realm of possibilities. We explore, iterate, and test, all in search of that one golden user experience. 🌀 Doctor Strange: "I went forward in time... to view alternate futures. To see all the possible outcomes of the coming conflict." Tony Stark (Iron Man): "How many did we win?" Doctor Strange: "One." Amidst the vast sea of data, feedback, and user stories, there's that one insight, that one scenario, that one user task that can illuminate the path forward and lead us to the solution that truly stands out, making all the exploration worth it. And just like Strange, we don't need the Time Stone to find it, just a bit of patience, persistence, and a dash of magic (or user feedback 😉). It's not about predicting the future, but understanding the present so deeply that the future becomes clear. 🌌 Keep exploring those millions of alternate futures. Because one of them is the 'win' you need for your product! Always remember: The impossibilities are endless... Have you had your 'Doctor Strange' moment in UX? Share your 'one in fourteen million' insight in the comments (and maybe also the other 14 million attempts that didn't quite hit the mark)! 🌌✨ #UX #UserExperience #UXDesign #UXResearch #UserResearch #DesignProcess #Iteration #FeedbackLoop #ProductDesign

What insights are you gaining? Askable

One news platform I truly appreciate is Ground News. Among its many features, the one that stands out the most to me is My News Bias. As a UX designer, I’m always captivated by how data can tell powerful stories when used effectively. However, I sometimes forget that, as a consumer, I also carry my own biases—especially regarding the news I consume. Ground News brought this to light in a beautifully crafted, data-driven way, making me more aware of my own biases. It’s a great reminder of how impactful thoughtful UX design can be. This is a perfect example of UX done right. Though I’ve shared a sample here, the real insight comes from logging in and viewing your personalized bias report on Ground News. #UXDesign #DataDriven #NewsBias #UserExperience #GroundNews

In research, some of the best insights don’t come from what users say—they come from what they don’t say. 👀 A quick (*) when they see the pricing page. A (!) when they discover that one feature they’ve been looking for. A lingering pause (^) before hitting 'Submit'. These little reactions? They’re UX gold. 💰 In our latest blog, Pascal Raabe, Certified Askable Researcher, explores why good old-fashioned note-taking is still one of the most powerful tools for uncovering those hidden insights that shape great products. Sure, we have recordings and transcripts, but sometimes a well-placed scribble captures the magic in real time. ✨ Curious to up your note-taking game? Learn how to turn those tiny cues into big insights: https://lnkd.in/gCN4Bwsg #UXResearch #UXDesign #UserExperience #ResearchNotes #UXR

 🕵️♀️ Do you need a detective or a superhero? 🦸🏿♂️ A UX audit is like a detective on a mission to solve the mysteries of user behavior and design bottlenecks: expect deep dives and lots of data. An expert review is more like a superhero swooping in for a quick rescue, delivering actionable feedback faster than you can say ‘launch day!’ It’s perfect when you need fixes in record time. So, who you gonna call? #userexperience #uxdesign #design

UX research without a roadmap is like traveling without directions—you might get somewhere, but it’s rarely where you intended. A well-crafted research roadmap aligns your efforts with organizational priorities, ensuring your team delivers insights when and where they’re needed most. It’s not about creating a one-time artifact in planning season — it’s about building a living system that evolves with your company’s situation. A few ideas to start: create a clear intake process to document stakeholder needs. Add structure to your backlog by capturing ideas from past projects and aligning them with existing product roadmaps. Then, use principled frameworks (e.g. heuristic or quantitative-based approaches) to focus on research that delivers the greatest value. However you put it together, keep your roadmap dynamic; it should flex to meet new demands and adapt to shifting priorities. Periodic hygiene after quarterly reviews, weekly check-ins, and ongoing stakeholder conversations will keep it relevant and actionable. The result? A research team that leads the charge—anticipating needs, shaping decisions, and delivering measurable impact. #UX #UXResearch #UserResearch #UserExperience

What if you could assume you were wrong about something and know you were going to find out what; to fix it for everyone's advantage? 💪 You can. It's called the UX process, and it changed the way I design. ✅ Errors are part of learning. And allowing for errors, and the time and space for recovery from errors, is how we set up people and teams to succeed. 👉 And guess what? This is exactly what UX research, allows us to do. To root out the wrong, the bad, the assumed and find the opportunities to provide value and delight. From the beginning, versus after it's too costly to make things right. And it's been right in front of you this whole time. 🤔 Assume there is something you can make better, research it, and succeed. Without the stress of being perfect from the start. ------------- UX Research To err without consequence UX research allows teams to quickly learn from what is tested. The UX process embraces failure and sets teams up to deliver solutions that delight. #ux #uxresearch #uxprocess

Revolutionize Your Research: The Secret Sauce of Every Successful Study! 📘🔍 Think about every research effort you've painstakingly invested in. Now, imagine each one of them making a massive impact. 💥 That's not just a dream; that's a reality you can attain! Enter the game-changing research framework: Understanding by Design. 🔑 With this approach, you set clear goals, involve your team in collaborative planning 🤝, and carefully select study activities. 🗂️ The secret? Planning backward. 🔄 Zero in on what you intend to understand by the end of the study. This ensures every learning activity aligns with the end appraisal. 🎯 This strategic approach doesn't merely fuel impactful research; it kick-starts a domino effect 🎲 of benefits for your entire organization. Imagine saving time, resources and achieving more with less. 📈 So, are you ready to turn your research world around? Let's start planning backward today and see where it leads! ⏳💡 👍 Like if you found these tips helpful ♻️ Don't forget to repost this and follow for more UX insights! 🚀 #ux #uxresearch #userexperience #userresearch #product #ProductDesign #SystemsThinking #UXDesign #DesignThinking

 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘀𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗱𝗼 𝗮𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿? Just like that time, you swore you'd never eat another piece of cake... then somehow ended up with a second slice on your plate.  As UX researchers, we know the gap between what users say and what they do is real. Our job is to bridge that gap by uncovering the "𝘄𝗵𝘆" behind their actions.  Here's the thing: users might '𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹' you that they want a complex feature, but their actual behavior might reveal a preference for simplicity.  So, how do we tackle this? 𝗙𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗨𝘀𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝗲𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗼𝗿: Observe what users actually do, not just what they say. Heatmaps, clickstreams, and user recordings can be your best friends here.  𝗔𝘀𝗸 "𝗪𝗵𝘆?": Uncover the motivations behind user actions. Why did they choose option A over option B? What frustrations are they facing?  𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀: Don't get lost in feature creep. Build products that address the fundamental user needs first, then iterate based on real behavior. By understanding the "𝘄𝗵𝘆" behind user actions, we can design experiences that truly resonate.  #UXResearch #UserBehavior #DesignThinking #BridgingTheGap

Sometimes, ideas do flow or don’t, or they’re accepted or not accepted. Your methods might not get the attention they deserve, reviews may be delayed, and people often feel confident in their way of doing things. However, it’s important to take a step back and reflect on the bigger picture. UX is about looking at what we’re building, what we’re planning to build, and how users perceive and interact with it. At the end of the day, users—not owners—drive the success of a product. While traditional methods have their place, the world is increasingly adopting a mix of approaches to better understand and solve problems. To truly address challenges, we need open discussions, workshops, and collaboration. This allows us to assess what went wrong, what worked well, and how to improve moving forward. Design and research form the foundation of a product’s technical strength. They are not just support functions but critical layers that shape the product. For a product to succeed, it requires constant evaluation and open communication with both users and stakeholders at every stage of development. Ground-level research and valuable user insights have the power to reshape a product and its impact on the industry. By listening, learning, and adapting, we can create solutions that truly meet the needs of the people we serve. #uxresearch #usersfirst #research #firstthingfirst #Morningthoughts #product