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Reflection on class - This lecture really got me thinking about who I am and what I’m looking for. It was a really interesting day, to get to think about how a design interview will be different than will be different than any other I have ever had. I think most of us in the class have done an interview before, but they have mostly been very general versions that aren't as specific as one to be a UX designer or product designer.

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Class Exercise

This class exercise was really interesting, it was a bit hard at the beginning. I wasn't prepared for an interview, when it comes to interviews typically I prepare a few days in advance learning about the company and the opportunity, making sure I have an understanding of what I want from that opportunity. This is why the interview exercise we did in class I know I could have done better if I had been prepared for it, I felt that I just rambled answering the questions. It was a really good exercise it has got me to research UX interviews and self-reflection on my work and interests.

Some of the feedback I received was about not repeating answers and clearly stating the skill that it has taught me. There were areas that I didn't talk about as much that show what type of person and worker I am which would also be very good to include in an interview answer.

UX Interview Tips

This article has so many good tips for doing well in a UX interview.

• Making a good impression straight away will help you a lot, a way of doing this is by sending an introduction email that highlights who you are and why you're interesting.
• Be aware of the trends in the industry and what the employer thinks about them, it shows you care in general and about them.
• Don't be afraid to go through your work it shows who you are and how you work.
• Know your own processes and projects, how you work through the process and issues, and how you overcome them.
• Know your strengths you have to know areas that show your capabilities and it might be something they are specifically looking for.
• If you have done group work talk about it and how successful it is, as you will mostly likely be working in a team so being able to give an example will help a lot.
• Be clear and honest, knowing who you are and what you can offer them will make you so much more successful.
• Remember that while you are looking for a job they are looking for a specific person too, you should adapt to what they are looking for but if they aren't right for you.

https://fuzzymath.com/blog/ux-interview-questions/

I also found this article went through the process of an interview and most points that they will ask you about.

1. They will start with basic questions who are you? and how did you end up in this field? (these are really easy to practice or know what you're gonna say)