PinnedPublished inUX CollectiveLife after Spotify: what no one tells you about life after layoffsIn December 2023, I was part of the 17% impacted by the layoffs at Spotify as a User Researcher. Since then, I have been navigating the…May 785May 785
Published inUX CollectiveI was laid off from Spotify one year ago: here’s what I’ve learntLast December, I was laid off from my UXR job at Spotify. A year later, time and reflection have provided me with fresh and valuable…1d ago81d ago8
Published inUX CollectiveHow Shazam’s UX delivers instant gratificationShazam has mastered the art of instant song recognition, creating a UX that feels magical with just one tap. Discover how Shazam’s design…Nov 2414Nov 2414
Published inILLUMINATIONCan Music Be Classified as a Language?The ability of music to convey feelings, tell stories, and connect people transcends linguistic barriers. But can music truly be…Nov 197Nov 197
Published inILLUMINATIONSoundtrack Your Life: Why You Should Create a Personalised Music PlaylistReady to press play on the soundtrack of your life? Personalised playlists use nostalgia to trigger memories, evoke emotions, and…Nov 145Nov 145
Published inILLUMINATIONForever Young: How Music Can Slow AgeingMaybe Alphaville could actually be the key to staying Forever Young. In fact, any music at all. If you’re looking for a reason to grab…Oct 1545Oct 1545
Published inILLUMINATIONHow AI Can Help Bridge Cultural Gaps in Music TherapyAI may be the tool required to bridge cultural gaps in music therapy practice, to both foster a culturally sensitive experience for…Sep 2425Sep 2425
Published inUX CollectiveCraving convenience: the psychology behind fast food kiosksWhilst tapping into our psychological need for autonomy and instant gratification, the UX design of fast food kiosks is shaping the…Aug 121Aug 121
Published inBootcampSilent rejections: the ghosting epidemic in recruitmentRemember the nerve-wracking first date? The endless waiting, wondering if you blew it? Well, the current job market feels eerily similar.Jul 233Jul 233
Published inILLUMINATIONThe Psychology of AI-Generated Music: How We Perceive and Respond to Machine-Made MelodiesThere is an ongoing debate around the ethics of AI-generated music, with many arguing it takes away from the essence of human creativity.Jun 2818Jun 2818
