Why is the UX job market such a mess right now? | by Jared M. Spool | Jan, 2025 | UX Collective
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A comprehensive explanation.
Why is the UX job market such a mess right now? A comprehensive explanation. Jared M. Spool 13 min read · Jan 17, 2025 -- 37 Listen Share Press enter or click to view image in full size Photo taken by author. Every day, I talk with people struggling to find a UX design, research, or content job. The UX job market has never been this difficult to navigate. Even seasoned, talented UX professionals are struggling to land their next job. Many report applying to hundreds of positions without getting invited to a single interview. For some, months of unemployment have pushed them to reconsider conti
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