Elevate Your UX Career

Have you been wondering what it really takes to get promoted to Senior UX Designer? In this episode, I’m sharing the behind-the-scenes story of my own promotion, from the mindset shifts to the messy projects and cross-functional influence that made the biggest difference. If you’re craving more ownership, impact, and recognition in your UX career, this is for you. We’ll talk about what separates senior UX designers from mid-level roles, how to build trust across product teams, and why leadership in

If you’re a UX designer trying to grow your influence, stand out in a competitive job market, or lead through change, then this one’s for you. In this episode, I’m joined by Ben Peck, a design leader with nearly 20 years of experience. We dive into his career evolution from generalist to design leader, how he’s navigated change across startups and scaling companies, and what it takes to make an impact beyond your job title. We also get into: Building design teams and leading through

Worried that AI might replace UX designers? You’re not alone—but here’s the truth: UX isn’t going away. It’s evolving. In this episode of Elevate Your UX Career, host Brittany Cates, senior UX designer and career coach, tackles the growing fear around artificial intelligence and its impact on UX jobs. She offers a refreshing, strategic perspective on how AI can augment rather than replace human-centered design. You’ll learn how to future-proof your UX career by focusing on AI literacy, strategic

Laid off? (Or afraid you might be?) Whether you’ve recently been impacted or you’re navigating the emotional fallout of seeing your teammates go, this episode of Elevate Your UX Career is here to help you process, reflect, and move forward. Join host Brittany Cates, senior UX designer and career coach, as she opens up about her own experiences with multiple rounds of layoffs. With honesty and empathy, Brittany walks you through the grief, guilt, and uncertainty that often follow and why this

Do you ever feel invisible on your UX team? Like your ideas aren’t taken seriously or your work goes unnoticed? You’re not alone and it doesn’t have to stay that way. In this solo episode of Elevate Your UX Career, Brittany Cates, senior product designer and career coach, breaks down three powerful mindset and communication shifts that can help mid-career UX designers go from overlooked to influential. If you’re ready to be seen as more than "just the designer," this episode is your starting

Ready to grow as a UX designer and step into leadership? In this episode of Elevate Your UX Career, Brittany Cates sits down with Mitch Clements, Senior Product Design Manager at nCino, to explore what it really takes to level up in the UX field. Mitch shares his inspiring journey from Android developer to leading a thriving design team—growing from just 2 to over 30 designers. Whether you're aiming for a promotion, managing growing pains in your design team, or wondering how to advocate for your

Feeling stuck in your UX career? Or are you ready for more influence, clarity, and confidence? Welcome to the very first episode of Elevate Your UX Career with host Brittany Cates, senior UX designer and career coach for mid-career professionals who are ready to grow. In this kickoff episode, Brittany shares the why behind this podcast: to create a real, honest space for UX designers who want to go beyond the surface of their careers and start making a bigger impact. She opens up about the

Feeling stuck in your UX career? Ready to break through that ceiling and finally get the recognition you deserve? Elevate Your UX Career is the podcast for mid-career UX designers who want to grow their influence, own their voice, and level up on their own terms. I’m Brittany Cates, a UX designer, career coach, and your guide on this journey. I know what it’s like to feel overlooked, stuck in execution mode, or boxed into roles that don’t fully use your potential. Each episode brings you real talk