Why Being a Cognitive Ergonomist is the Future of User Experience Design
Bennett L.
UX Thought Leader and Strategist | Human-Centered Design Advocate | Cross-Functional Team Leader
As the market for user experience designers
continues to grow, it can be difficult to stand out in a crowded field. With more and more people working from home due to the pandemic, and the rise of UX training programs offering certificates, the market is flooded with junior UX designers lacking extensive experience and knowledge.To differentiate yourself from the crowd, it's important to focus on the underlying psychological processes that drive effective user interface design. This is where being a cognitive ergonomist comes in. A cognitive ergonomist understands not just what the best practices are, but also why they work and how they can be applied in different contexts.
By embracing the title of cognitive ergonomist, UX professionals can signal to employers and clients that they bring a deep understanding of human behavior and psychology to their design work. This can help to differentiate them from less experienced designers who may simply be focused on dragging and dropping templates and widgets into a design system.
In addition to the practical benefits of standing out in a crowded market, embracing the title of cognitive ergonomist can also help to elevate the perception of UX design as a profession. By emphasizing the importance of human psychology and behavior in interface design, cognitive ergonomists can help to position UX design as a strategic and impactful discipline within organizations.
Sure, the rise of the UX market has created new opportunities for designers, but has also led to a crowded field of less experienced professionals. By embracing the title of cognitive ergonomist and focusing on the underlying psychological processes that drive effective design, UX professionals can differentiate themselves and stand out in a competitive market.