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UX Research

Micro‑Ethnography: Observing User Habits in 15 Minutes or Less

I explore how micro-ethnography reveals user habits in just 15 minutes, unlocking quick insights that can transform your understanding—if you’re ready to see beyond the surface.

Max Smart
August 1, 2025

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Process

Beyond the Workshop: Sustaining Momentum After the Post‑it Dust Settles

Leverage strategic follow-up and goal-setting techniques to maintain momentum after…

Max Smart
August 2, 2025

Facilitation

The Art of the Design Critique: Turning “I Don’T Like It” Into Actionable Feedback

Promoting constructive feedback transforms vague dislikes into meaningful…

Max Smart
August 1, 2025

UX Research

Micro‑Ethnography: Observing User Habits in 15 Minutes or Less

I explore how micro-ethnography reveals user habits in just 15 minutes, unlocking quick…

Max Smart
August 1, 2025

Prototyping

Sketch‑To‑Scale: When to Upgrade From Paper to High‑Fidelity Mockups

Just when paper sketches no longer suffice, knowing how to transition to high-fidelity…

Max Smart
July 31, 2025