Coaching Growth in UX Design
Kishore Kankipati
Design Leader | Experience Designer | Ex-Philips, PeepalDesign | Author:UX Mastery, UX Play cards
In our ever-changing UX world, learning and growing aren't just perks, they're superpowers. But when it comes to fueling this growth, who's the ultimate teammate: the wise mentor or the supportive coach? Both rock, but let's dive into the coach's toolbox and see why it can unlock some serious independent magic for designers at all stages.
Meet the Mentor: Think Gandalf to Frodo. Mentors share their epic journey wisdom, helping us navigate established paths and find solutions. They're awesome for newbies who may not have seen the design dragon before.
But Hold On... This power dynamic can get tricky. Sometimes we copy their solutions instead of crafting our own, becoming Frodo who just throws the ring in. Plus, one-size-fits-all mentoring can miss the unique spark of each designer.
Enter the Coach: Think Yoda to Luke (minus the green ears). Coaches are less about "do this" and more about "what do you think?" They're skilled companions who help us discover our own design Force.
How They Do It:
What We Gain:
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This Coaching Magic Works for Everyone:
So, let's all be a little more Yoda and a little less Obi-Wan. Shift the focus from answers to questions, create safe spaces for exploration, and celebrate the learning journey. By doing so, we can unlock the full potential of every designer, from Padawans to Masters, and build design teams that conquer any design challenge with the power of independent thinking and continuous growth. May the design Force be with us all!
Remember, this is just your friendly neighborhood design coach talking. Now get out there and explore your design Force!
This article wouldn't exist without my two-hour brainstorm session with #Googlebard.
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Experience Design Leader at Philips
1 年Kishore Kankipati, Interesting and challenging topic! Coaching creative UX professionals is an art that goes beyond mere problem-solving. Balancing customer and business focus simultaneously might seem like a daunting task!
I help overwhelmed solopreneurs streamline operations and get more done by providing flexible virtual assistance for administrative and marketing tasks - freeing up their time for growth.
1 年I love the analogy between mentors and coaches! Can't wait to read your article.
Fractional Head Of Revenue @ Various Startups | CEO of Attract & Scale
1 年Excited to read your article! ??
I help founders and coaches build trust-driven strategies to 10x their businesses | Helped clients achieve 30M+ impressions | 15+ calls booked for clients in just 7 days | Ghostwriter
1 年Can't wait to dive in and discover the magic of coaching in the world of UX! ????