My fears committing to a UX Design career change | tips, regrets, imposter syndrome
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- čas přidán 27. 07. 2024
- Are you scared to commit to a career change? Don’t worry, I was there too before committing to a UX Design career. I talk about fears, tips to overcome fears, lessons learned, along with my experience with imposter syndrome and self-doubts while being a UX Design student.
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I ended up interning with a UX Design team by pure happenstance (this was through a program that teaches people on IT and initially I was interning in the company’s data centers)
I ended up really loving it and stayed on for four months when initially I was only meant to shadow with them for two weeks. I was working on getting my UX certification through Coursera and didn’t really enjoy it because there is no dedicated mentor to go to for projects. However it is great for the fundamentals.
After my internship was up, I was pretty much applying everyday for an entry level UX job (very hard to find) and still trying to keep up with UX studies. I was starting to feel a little pessimistic about my prospects of getting a job because I was only working with four months of experience but one day I got an email back from one of the places I applied to. Set up an interview, that I felt I completely bombed and waited for the inevitable rejection.
But instead they saw something in me enough to give me a chance and I’ll be starting full time this month! :)
Sorry for the long post just thought I’d share my experience as well with you all. Love your videos! I find them super helpful and informative💕
Ahhh I love this for you!! I started applying mid December and currently applying to a lot of entry level jobs! Hoping to land one soon!
@@hellomeow100 thank you so much! Keep up with applying, I was always on lookout and it really does help to follow a UX Group on LinkenIn, that's how I found most of the entry level job boards. :) Good luck
Congratulations 🍾🎉🎊 way to go!!!
This is so motivating to hear. Congratulations!
Congrats! What’s the program that you were a part of called?
I'm almost 40 and switching careers into UX design. 27 is nowhere near too old. I know it feels that way around that time, given how 30 is right around the corner. But trust me; you guys are still young and vibrant. *I* am still young and vibrant at 38. Go for it.
I need to hear this! Thank you so much from a 26-year-old girl who struggles with feeling inadequate everyday loll
I need an older UX designer support group! I transitioned from a career in textile design for apparel to UX design last year and there is so much imposter syndrome but it’s mainly around my age! I have so much design experience but it’s a mind trip starting almost over when you’re a senior level in your previous career 😅
Hi! Me too I'm nearly 38 and looking into UX courses I can do part timw, I work in healthcare now in a stressful but well paid job that I loathe. Happy to. Connect for peer learning /support!?
@@Diana-yr8kr I'm 42 looking for a career change into UX so what that makes me.. ANCIENT! lol.. I'm scared and doubt myself everyday. I've studied from time to time but scared to do that extra push you know?
@@wh00is007 yes to choosing what you love and to change! haven't started my understanding learning journey yet,hoping to reduce my work hours so I can study.my job leaves me drained in the evening. what's your industry?
I am also 27, and I am glad to see someone talking about this, because it is a problem. :)
I'm currently in the process of applying for a bootcamp that I feel grossly unqualified for as someone that hasn't worked in a field related to UX and this video made me feel a lot more okay with not feeling confident! Thank you so much for sharing!
Glad to hear this was helpful! I'm so excited for you to start your journey into UX!
I agree with Grace, your videos are very inspiring/encouraging/confidence boosting, Mimi!!! Good Luck, Grace! You will do great!
I love your videos Mimi! The fear of inadequacy is real. It creeps in every time I start planning my career transition to UX.
I love your videos, they just make me feel like I’m not alone going through this path of becoming a Ux designer , it just makes it a bit less scary 🤍 thank you!! ✨✨
Your videos help me so so much, you have no idea! I'm 19 and also started off with majoring in psychology (which I had wanted to do since I was a kid), but as soon as I got into university, my mind changed and I realized it's not for me. Now I'm planning on going into UX design as well and there are so many questions I have, and your videos really cleared some things up. Thanks a lot!
Appreciate your honesty with this topic! I’m nearing the end of my bootcamp, and imposter syndrome is REAL
Thanks for this, all the concerns and doubts you mentioned is relatable to me very deeply. Gave me a boost of confidence and reassurance that I'm not the only one going through it. Much appreciated.
Hi Abz! Thanks so much for watching and sharing. Happy to hear this helped and that I wasn't the only feeling this way too!
Thanks for your great sharing. Really enjoyed your videos, very constructive and insightful for people to pursue career change in this field!
I felt the same way with my most recent career change. I had worked in food service while in college the first time and then in sales and management after I left college. Then I worked in warehouses when I returned to college so I was super nervous going to my environmental chemistry job interviews in my mid 30s. I found a job at the first place I interviewed even though I continued interviewing at several other places before I finished the hiring process.
The key was that I was capable of weaving a story with my previous jobs so that it made logical sense and I was able to show what I learned in each roll and how this would make me a better candidate for the available position.
I am now changing careers again and once again feel nervous but I am using my past experiences as well as successful experiences of others to fuel my courage and confidence.
Thank you very much for sharing your experience! :)
This video hits close to home for me today. I just finished my ux/ui bootcamp, had started applying, and got my first rejection email today. Oh boy is the imposter syndrome hitting hard right now and I’m having all the awful doubts and feelings you just mentioned. Thank you for making this video. Its always comforting to be reminded that others have gone through the same things.
Hi Timothy! Thanks for sharing your experience. We all go through this at some point. I've had many many rejections and it's really just part of the process. The right position will come to you. Good luck!
Wow I feel like we have a lot in common. I shifted from psychology to UX research at 27 as well.
Thank u for sharing
Hi Nicole! That's awesome, thanks for watching :)
I really appreciate hearing this! Personally I'm so excited! I absolutely can't wat to begin the bootcamp I signed up for. I know nothing about UX/UI design but am ready to learn something new. My goal is to have a new career as a UX/UI designer by the beginning of next year, if I'm lucky by the end of this one! I'm still working at my current job, and will be while doing the bootcamp, but I'm ready to devote all of my time for a year if it means a career I'll enjoy more, and be more financially free to explore in later years if I chose I want something different. I'm so excited I start fundamentals next month(I'm actually using the same bootcamp, UX design labs)
7:50 : I feel you !! Thank you so much for this video !!
This is so relatable to my life story right now and thanks for sharing this with us ❤
Nice video 👍
agree with all “fears”…same 🤪
Because I’m coming from a different career, the fear of inadequacy definitely hits home for me. I’ve already invested so much of my time in education that starting something new is scary and not know if the skills I currently have will really translate over to a UX/UI design career. I also understand that there will be hundreds and thousands of people who will be better than me at this. I won’t be the best and I have to be okay with that. I need to figure out what I can offer and what my strengths are. Thanks for sharing this video Mimi 💕
Hi Jenna! Thanks for sharing this and I really appreciate your insights. I'm a firm believer that whatever career you were in before has skills that will 100% translate over to UX Design and like you said, it's a matter of identifying them and leveraging them! I'm excited to see where this journey will take you into UX!
Wow I'm at the same age and stage where I'm considering this switch...glad to have found this video
Very helpful. I can completely relate.
I’ve been researching a career change from Human Resources into the tech field and UX Design has been something that keeps pulling at me. After binge watching you’re videos it’s all starting to make sense why! I’m so glad you’re sharing your story; you tell it in such a clear and down to earth way that makes it feel realistic and accessible! Your career journey seems similar to mine and it has really helped to find your channel. So, thank you!!! 🙏🏽
Thanks Ellie! Sugarcoating is not my strong suit 😂
I’m also in the same boat as Emily! Mimi do you recommend any good computers to buy when starting in UX?
You're speaking to me aahh actually I'm 27 and started my first UX projects, thanks for this!
good luck, we know you will kill it
I love your videos sm!!
Currently enrolled for the UX bootcamp. And sometimes I had a hard time to understand things, and it stressed me out. Well maybe because I did try to push my insecure out instead of embracing my insecurity, and focusing on how to solve the problem
Thank you, your video opened my eyes
I just quit my job to become an UX Designer. I know it's very risky but I want to choose something which I won't regret for once in my life. My finance job pays well (where I live) and for my age but I feel like it doesn't suit me. I know UX Designer isn't perfect either but at least I can enjoy it. My fear is still there of failure but I'm gonna try (visiting a university which offers a degree in UX Design).
If I fail then so be it, but I will keep trying to find my own path which I can enjoy for the rest of life.
100%, this is the kind of attitude that's going to help you grow. I can't wait for you to start your journey and am so proud that you're taking one step closer to finding fulfillment in your career, I was there too!
OMG this video is so much relatable to what i am going through right now...Im 25 working as a QA engineer about to quit my job after months of researching for a career change to UX design..
I am for now self learning as well as looking for bootcamps ......Definitely am doubting myself everyday ...friends are more supportive than parents but I think my parents understand how bad my QA job is .......Im just going to give my all to this journey and lets hope..not hope ...I know im gonna pull through this
Love that you said it hadn't crossed your mind that you may be "bad" at UX design. If after research you knew the skill set lined up with your skill set and passions, then you were smart to take the jump into this new field. Even the best designers can learn something new and critiques can be uncomfortable but also super motivating.
Love this! 100% agree!
A lot of women don’t even start their careers until their kids are in elementary school (like me) I can’t imagine worrying that 27 is too young. 27 is when you should be just getting started
Hi Mimi! Really appreciate your honest videos! I’ve been looking at starting the Designlab bootcamp for quite some time, and yes, definitely been questioning about the financial part. I may need to move back home for a bit if I start the bootcamp to save on fixed expenses, but my home is in Asia. Would doing the bootcamp in a foreign country affect the quality of learning? I think in terms of course work it shouldn’t affect too much, but meetings or 1-1 with mentors, I’m wondering if those schedules can be flexible for ppl outside of the US! Thank you for your contents!
I'm making a bold career shift from Human resource to UX Design this year and moreoever learning it my self!😅 Your videos are so encouraging and literally take notes from you 💕 Thank you
BTW I no longer offer 1:1 mentoring sessions 😥 trying to preserve my mental capacity. But fear not, follow me on my Instagram and stay tuned as I post Ask My Anything Q&A's and get tons of ideas from you all there. Thanks for understanding! I believe in you 🌟
instagram.com/mimimichi_ux/
Hey I liked this video. Could you share with us about the UX course? It was complicated to understand the new concepts and tools? Did you study about UI too? How is going in your career right now? Like what kind of companies do you recommend to do the internship or to apply when you’re junior? Thank you ☺️ 😘 I’m switching my career too
Can you make a video about the ethics of UX design / the dark side of design? I just read “Ruined by Design” so that’s been on my mind…it’s probably my biggest fear about UX design…love your videos btw.
That's a great topic, I'll add it to the list! Thanks for watching :)
currently thinking about venturing into UX coming from digital marketing with a big focus on websites, usability and accessibility so far and working on how to best go about it 😅 not gonna lie, the design part is a bit intimidating (i know it is 100% my thing, but I don‘t have any prior experience), so thank you for this video 💕 also, if anyone here would like to connect, would love to!
Wow same background and phase of life 😅
Hi Vicky! Amazing, I worked at a digital marketing agency myself for a brief moment and it was my first taste of the digital world through websites. I had no design background whatsoever! I'm excited for your journey into UX!
Can you make a video about design critiques ?
Hi Tiffany! Yes, love that idea. I'll add it to my list!
So .....is there a boot camp i can pay after i got a job?
Can the tuition be deducted from your taxes?
Imagine if you’re much older … 😊
Hi Mimi, is there a way to connect with you?
Hi Shirley! Feel free to follow me on my Instagram @mimimichi_ux , I also do 1:1 mentoring which you can find in my Instagram bio :)
27 years old too late to switch career? LOL that's more of a normal thing to do, than to not do! Most of people around me changed career between 27-37 years old. Including me.
It does not show 1 to 1 meeting anymore on your instagram link
Sadly, I’ve paused mentorship for now. I need to update it, thanks for pointing it out!
I’m 28 haha
shit, I am 27 this year.