for ux designers who feel stuck, lost, or just done with the fluff.
Layoffs. Imposter syndrome. Bad feedback. Career ceilings.
If you’re in UX and wondering what’s next? This podcast is for you.
Hosted by Nick Mann, a designer who asks the questions you wish people would answer.
✅ You’re trying to grow in UX without a roadmap
✅ You’ve been laid off or feel stuck at mid-level
✅ You want to hear the real stories from designers, not LinkedIn blurbs
✅ You’re tired of vague career advice and want clarity you can trust
this show is for you if:
Start Here Picks
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bryant castro
Stop polishing your portfolio to death. Bryant shares how small, smart shifts can land you interviews faster than endless design tweaks.
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irina gheorghe
Tired of feedback that wrecks your confidence? Irina’s framework turns it into a career advantage that makes people trust your work.
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sarah doody
Feeling stuck in your UX career? Sarah shows you exactly how to rebuild momentum and move forward, no matter your situation.
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irina gheorghe
Tired of feedback that wrecks your confidence? Irina’s framework turns it into a career advantage that makes people trust your work.
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ryan young
Great collaboration isn’t luck, it’s a skill. Ryan shares how to spark creativity and alignment across teams for smoother design wins.
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maigan thomas
Accessibility doesn’t have to be complicated. Maigan reveals how to make it second nature and a strength in every project.
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jeremy miller
Want to grow your influence in UX? Jeremy shares his steps to build trust, lead teams, and open big career doors.
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andrew astleford
From writing to design, Andrew explains how to pivot into UX content design and create work that truly connects with users.
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thijs kraan
Stop playing small. Thijs shows how to push past fear, take bigger risks, and land the opportunities you’ve been avoiding.
what people are saying
“every episode feels like therapy and a wake-up call.”
— Sandra Lucks, UX Designer in Transition
“nick actually talks about the real crap we face in this field.”
— Samuel Lewis, Bootcamp Grad
meet the host
Nick Mann
The day I got laid off, I realized no one was having the conversations I needed to hear.
Since then, I’ve worked in scrappy agencies, corporate environments, and schools, and have been laid off again. I know what it’s like to feel directionless, send resumes into the void, and wonder if you’ll ever move up.
I created The UX Growth Podcast to share the messy, real, and practical side of growing in UX. If you’re figuring things out in this field, you’re in the right place.
don’t spend another week wondering what’s next?
You don’t need more generic advice. You need real stories, practical strategies, and the motivation to take your next step from designers who’ve been there.