The UX Lessons Every Creative Needs | Gintel Gee | Designer & Advocate for Human-Centered Tech

Gintel Gee’s path has been anything but ordinary. Raised in South Central Los Angeles in a family that valued both excellence and hustle, she learned early on the importance of curiosity, service, and joy. Today, she’s a standout in the world of UX design, breaking barriers of gender and race while bringing authenticity and wisdom to everything she does. We talk about discovering your path, saying yes before you feel ready, why real life’s ups and downs build confidence, and what it means to design a life and career you love. Packed with stories, insights, and a little Beyoncé, this episode is a masterclass in finding your lane and owning it. Chapters: 00:00 Gintel’s South Central roots 02:10 Early lessons in hustle and excellence 04:20 Discovering UX design 07:00 Navigating male-dominated industries 09:15 Why being ready is a myth 12:05 Lessons from community and service work 15:10 The role of creativity in problem solving 18:30 Standing out as a woman of color in tech 21:15 Designing your career with intention 24:40 Real talk on confidence and vulnerability 27:00 How to keep learning and evolving 29:15 Saying yes before you have the plan 32:00 The Beyoncé factor in self-belief 34:50 Balancing ambition with joy 37:10 Advice for creating your own path The Powerful Ladies podcast, hosted by business coach and strategist Kara Duffy features candid conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, athletes, chefs, writers, scientists, and more. Every Wednesday, new episodes explore what it means to lead with purpose, create with intention, and define success on your own terms. Whether you're growing a business, changing careers, or asking bigger questions, these stories remind you: you're not alone, and you're more powerful than you think. Explore more at thepowerfulladies.com and karaduffy.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices