Modus Operandi - Episode 3 - Alchemy of Influence - Featuring Miranda Slayter In this conversation, Naresh Shan and Miranda Slayter delve into the evolving role of UX designers, emphasising the importance of education, strategic thinking, and collaboration within organisations. They discuss the challenges designers face in being recognised for their value, the impact of design systems on creativity, and the necessity of building trust with stakeholders. The dialogue underscores the importance of designers influencing product direction while holding leadership accountable for cultivating a culture that prioritises UX. Ultimately, the conversation underscores the importance of long-term thinking in design and the role of designers as disruptors in the industry. Takeaways UX designers must educate stakeholders about the value they bring. Design maturity varies significantly across organisations. Many designers feel underutilised in their roles. Strategic thinking is becoming essential for UX designers. Design systems can limit creativity and flexibility. Building trust with stakeholders is crucial for influence. Setting boundaries is essential for the designer's well-being. Long-term thinking is often neglected in product management. Modernising UI can be challenging to quantify in business value. Design leadership should take responsibility for educating the organisation. Chapters 01:12 – The Role of UX Designers in Education 10:45 – The Shift Towards Strategic UX 17:56 – The Impact of Design Systems on Creativity 27:53 – Influencing Stakeholders in UX Design 30:36 – Modernising Legacy Interfaces 32:23 – Involvement in Planning Meetings 35:54 – Navigating Stakeholder Relationships 37:06 – Challenging Bad Ideas 40:55 – Building Trust as a Designer 46:07 – Setting Boundaries in Design 49:09 – Proving Value as a Designer 50:56 – Accountability in Design Leadership Don't forget to: 👍 Like this video if you found it helpful. 🔔 Subscribe to our channel for more insights. 💬 Share your thoughts or questions in the comments below! Follow Us: • LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-aligned-podcast-show/ • Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/ alignedpodcastshow / • TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@alignedpodcastshow • X : https://x.com/aligned_podcast
