Ep. 09 - The first steps in a new UXR role

In this episode, we discuss essential steps for new researchers joining a company. How to prepare during the interview process, how to better understand company dynamics in the first 30-60 days, and how to set yourself up for success through identifying key stakeholders and current research practices. We talk about the importance of understanding the 'who, how, and where', the team's operational setup, and how to approach this with a playmaker mindset to elevate the overall research culture within the company. (00:00) Introduction to the First Researcher Role (00:26) Preparing During the Interview Process (02:22) Starting the Job: Onboarding Essentials (04:04) Understanding the Team and Their Roles (06:42) Exploring Existing Research Practices (08:54) Identifying Current and Future Research Opportunities (12:10) Operational Setup and Long-Term Planning (15:26) Conclusion and Community Engagement Hungry for more? Subscribe to the ⁠⁠⁠⁠From Finders to Builders newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ or follow me ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠