1 year after Google UX Design Certificate - Job?

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  • Google UX Design Certificate: coursera.pxf.io/Vyv5m3
    Google Certs Alternative (recommend for 2024): fasttrackux.com
    It's officially one year since I completed the Google UX Design Professional Certificates. I've found a full-time opportunity at eBay as a UIUX designer. The journey wasn't easy. So if you're taking the course, please hear me out.
    How I made $10K a week as a Product Designer: • How I made $10K a week...
    Check out my last year's course review video on Google UX Design Certificate: • Google UX Design Profe...
    Check out my video on how to get a UX design job: • How to get your first ...
    Check out my Figma UI tutorial: • Figma UX tutorial for ...
    Check out a sketch comedy I made for uiux designers: • If UX Designers Were H...
    Google e-commerce certificate: • Google Digital Marketi...
    Inside Config 2023 + Exclusive Tour of Figma HQ!: • Inside Config 2023 + E...
    Watch what I learned from one year of unemployment 👉 • Overcome Tech Layoffs ...
    🎬 Video breakdown
    Is the Google UX certificate job guaranteed?: (0:00)
    How much do I need to pay?: (1:02)
    Do I need to take all 7 courses?: (1:55)
    How can I get real life projects?: (2:58)
    Does the course teach UI design? (4:00)
    How to make an online portfolio?: (5:10)
    Should I take notes?: (6:38)
    Is the certificate worth it? (7:00)
    #googleux #ux #uxdesign #googlecertificationcourses
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  • @hannahhodges3296
    @hannahhodges3296 ปีที่แล้ว +1794

    I got a job as a UX researcher after the Google certificate. Not rushing it and focusing on the portfolio is so key!

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว +59

      Wow I'm so happy for you! Congrats!

    • @khajamaharaja6256
      @khajamaharaja6256 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      so true im putting the finishing touches on my last project. did u get hired full time? 🤔

    • @travelingsandy900
      @travelingsandy900 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow that's amazing

    • @kaycampbell364
      @kaycampbell364 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Where did you apply indeed

    • @kaycampbell364
      @kaycampbell364 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Could we see your portfolio please

  • @kforkevo
    @kforkevo ปีที่แล้ว +1621

    I started the course in February and finished in early June. Then I spent the next several weeks building my portfolio and studying for interviews. I applied to 70 jobs and got rejected by 68 of them.
    A few weeks ago though, I was blessed enough to get hired by a small tech startup company and I’m now making $92K a year as a remote UX designer in Aurora, Illinois.
    I may be an anomaly and I attribute most of it to being in the right place at the right time, but the key for me was taking the extra time to focus on my UI skills, building a strong portfolio and studying relentlessly for the interview process.
    Even though it doesn’t automatically guarantee you a job after completion, the Google UX course helped tremendously in me landing my first UX role and it was because of this channel.
    Just wanted to encourage others to keep pushing and most importantly say thank you Aliena! ❤️

    • @lucidvisions9965
      @lucidvisions9965 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      first of all congrats on your sucess, im very proud! Whats your background if you dont mind

    • @bapsnatchedmywig
      @bapsnatchedmywig ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow congrats! I wish to ask you the same question as the person above?

    • @kforkevo
      @kforkevo ปีที่แล้ว +14

      As far as education, I majored in Creative Technologies at Illinois State University.
      They basically took any topic that was considered “creative” & “tech-y” (ex: animation, sound design) and threw them all into one big major. So I kinda had to sell myself a little on my resume to make it really apply to UX design.
      As far as work experience, I worked in customer service at an insurance company, and even briefly made TH-cam videos full-time before transitioning to UX design.
      I think the key when not having related experience is having something unique listed (such as my TH-cam channel). It also helps to focus on how your past experiences will help you in that upcoming role.

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว +46

      This comment made my day!!! Congratulations and thank you so so much for letting me know. I am so glad to see your effort paid off. Let's help more people with their UX career. The world needs more UX designer.

    • @stevenbarkley5067
      @stevenbarkley5067 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ux bro love to hear more details about UI work. But all I am hearing is start a TH-cam Channel, practice alot and a 90% rejected rate. But those are good odds.

  • @Aahi131
    @Aahi131 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    I am in my high school senior and I earn more than my parents cuz of this course lol. A start up hired me🎉 how cool is that!

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Congrats 👍👍👍👍 have fun in work and school 🙌🎈

    • @rainbowinthedark453
      @rainbowinthedark453 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Wow! What kind of job did you land and do you like it??

  • @toperabh
    @toperabh ปีที่แล้ว +341

    I'm in the fifth course and so far I've gotten the financial aid for all the courses. They always approved my requests. If you are unable to pay, tell your story and ask for help. It is worth it.

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Thanks for sharing!

    • @thetrojan_horse8020
      @thetrojan_horse8020 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      To whom should we ask for help of unable to pay? Please share

    • @thetrojan_horse8020
      @thetrojan_horse8020 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@toperabh Thanks.

    • @bapsnatchedmywig
      @bapsnatchedmywig ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi! I'm planning to apply for a financial aid for the courses but may I ask how detailed you were in describing your situation? I'm not sure if I should talk about it as detailed as possible or not. Thanks :)

    • @toperabh
      @toperabh ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@bapsnatchedmywig Man, I said it all. Told all the reasons why I couldn't pay for the course. I talked about my current situation, that I need to relocate myself in another profession, I didn't omit anything. But I don't know if it was necessary to say everything. I speak and it works, but I only speak the truth. I don't lie. Good luck.

  • @toutydroid
    @toutydroid ปีที่แล้ว +285

    I got a job as a UX Designer after finishing the course as well. I took my time though, around 8 months, I fell in love with Figma and wanted to learn more about components and variants, and it's actually because I got really good at components that I got the job; also because of my development background and how easily I can understand the problem and come up with a simple solution.

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I’m so happy for you! And thanks for sharing your experience 🙌

    • @robertopatron2132
      @robertopatron2132 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Excuse me but, 8 months after finish the course or do you mean that take to you finish the course + job search 8 months?

    • @dianejibbs7914
      @dianejibbs7914 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am currently taking the course. I am currently on course 5 but I am required to subscribe to a 7 days free trial (input my card details) in order to submit my assignments for course 5. Please, was it so with yours?

  • @artbykuhoo
    @artbykuhoo ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I'm on course 4 - so glad i found this! Was definitely wondering about the real world opportunities.

  • @ThanhDuong-zn7hj
    @ThanhDuong-zn7hj ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm taking the course now. All your advices are very true and useful! Thank you

  • @user-kt6bs4qo2w
    @user-kt6bs4qo2w 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for taking the time to make this video, I truly appreciate this ❤️

  • @jwillard3603
    @jwillard3603 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Thanks for this Aliena! You've convinced me to take the Google course over the others I was looking at. I'm a graphic designer and 5 months ago was made redundant, finding it extremely hard to get work - I hate these Zoom interviews - perhaps that's why! Hoping a bit of a career redirection should help. A bit scared though that a UX designer is more academic than creative in which case I'll struggle again as I rely a lot on my creativity.

  • @taniarodriguez2203
    @taniarodriguez2203 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you for your tips! I'm on the 7th course of the Google UX certificate and your videos have helped me a lot. Thank you for sharing your experiences

  • @FKAbees
    @FKAbees ปีที่แล้ว

    This was so helpful. I am just about to start course 5 and have friends who have small businesses so this is perfect timing to have seen this video!!!

  • @jeniferdungen385
    @jeniferdungen385 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I'm starting my course this week. Watching this video made me feel more motivated to continue my course. Thankyou for your tips, i get a lot of information from this video.❤ Cheers

  • @AlinyanArt
    @AlinyanArt ปีที่แล้ว

    I just started the specialization too, and found your channel. It looks super nice and beneficial. Thank you! :]

  • @sugaslate14
    @sugaslate14 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Just got onto course 2. And I have a plan for the projects they’ve listed as far as a real world project. That will be applicable to all of the projects I think they guide you in creating. I am super stoked, there are local companies hiring UX/UI designers with double the salaries I’m currently making lol

  • @TheMeghanwilson
    @TheMeghanwilson ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is such helpful insight! I just enrolled in the Google course and will definitely be using your tips. Thank you for sharing. Subscribed ✨

  • @cindynguyen7273
    @cindynguyen7273 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hello Aliena, thank you for this video! It was extremely informative and also thank you for everyone in the comments sharing your own experience. Gave me great insights on taking on this Google course!

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the comment ❤️

  • @melleedunn
    @melleedunn ปีที่แล้ว +175

    I love your videos it's nice to hear someone talking positive about the Google Course! I'm in the 7th course and have been enjoying what I'm learning. Not rushing it and really taking in all the details has been key. I have a side project to redesign a website for a podcast lined up for real world project so hopefully it'll all help me out finding a job after this certification :)

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Thank you for the support! Sounds like you are doing great 👍 keep up the great work 🙌

    • @marycannon3247
      @marycannon3247 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      sounds awesome! how did you get the podcast gig?

    • @Mr_raph
      @Mr_raph 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Can you guild me?

    • @whoreforcaffeine
      @whoreforcaffeine หลายเดือนก่อน

      How have you been doing now?

  • @IslandVibez_Virgo
    @IslandVibez_Virgo ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I’m in the middle of taking the certificate now. This was super helpful so thank you!

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @JessieSocial
    @JessieSocial 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’m about half way through the course. Really making sure I understand everything.

  • @13infinitesongaffirmations
    @13infinitesongaffirmations ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much I'm starting the course literally in two days I'm excited and your videos are sooo helpful!! much love xx

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You're so welcome!

  • @EllaChinois
    @EllaChinois ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Thank you for the video. I like the fact that you advise others to get into the course with the growth mindset. I started the course a year ago. Because I have a day job and I am also learning computer programming as another side project, up till this point I am only half way through the course. Not trying to put myself down and sound too negative: in no way that I can be job ready after I complete the course. I agree with you that the certificate course helps me grow. Also, I think, it is important that people should have a specific goal in mind when taking the course. For me, I am leaning toward user research because I majored in a research related field when I was in college. The plan is to finish the course and to build a portfolio and maybe one day get a job as a UX researcher.

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much for sharing. Keep going 🙌❤️

  • @tihanav
    @tihanav ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks, these are very useful tips! I agree about not rushing through the courses just for the sake of completing them :)

  • @2Eggs
    @2Eggs ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Cai. I just started the course, thanks for your advice, it will help me a lot.

  • @iuliiadronova1889
    @iuliiadronova1889 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank u very much for this video, Aliena! I personally found it very helpful now, being in the beginning of my UI\UX career path, with no clue how to make the best of Google's course. But your video really encouraged me and gave much more info on how to build my further education map!

  • @thejc.designer
    @thejc.designer ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for this, this advice us exactly what I needed as I complete course one of the Google UX Design Certificate

  • @muscleinvesting
    @muscleinvesting หลายเดือนก่อน

    Cool video. Thanks for your perspective. I am currently enrolled in the Data Analytics certificate program at Google.

  • @EmilyWaltonSincerelyStarfish
    @EmilyWaltonSincerelyStarfish ปีที่แล้ว +98

    I'm currently in the course and am pretty impressed by it so far. I'm a former Instructional Designer and while there are always areas for improvement, whoever designed the course did a pretty good job considering the cost for the certification. Still, I was getting nervous because I kept seeing people on Linkedin saying you needed an additional BootCamp after the cert to land a job.
    I researched a lot of the people posting about this and turned out, most of those people worked for the bootcamps lol. It is great seeing videos like yours that feel more authentic and show you can do things in a cost-efficent way. The fact you give specific tips on where in the course to look for real-life projects is also super helpful. Even the community you've drawn together is awesome -the comments here have also given me a lot of hope and are keeping me motivated. Thanks for starting this channel!

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Thank you so much Emily for sharing your experience and your thoughts ✨❤️ same, I found the course design very well-done.

    • @Mr_raph
      @Mr_raph 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Can you guild me through the course?

  • @kasualejo4545
    @kasualejo4545 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thx a lot! I was looking for a way to start to learn UI/UX getting a certificate and this is the answer. You made my day.

  • @wenbemol888
    @wenbemol888 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much!
    I'm thinking about changing my career from Advertising to UX/UI. And I think I will take the courses on November or December.

  • @CampbellsvilleToday
    @CampbellsvilleToday ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent...
    This is definitely "eye-opening"...!!!
    Again...Terribly Excellent & Thanks for sharing!
    James & Rescue Kitties

  • @Rolz
    @Rolz ปีที่แล้ว +46

    I finished December 2021. It's almost a year later. I've been to over 40+ interviews, most with 3-4 part process interviews. It's mentally draining. I'm still trying to get in the door. It is super frustrating now because of all the tech layoffs. Most are hiring people with 2-3 years experience, even with Jr roles.

  • @Saddbab3
    @Saddbab3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just started week 1, Module 1 yesterday! Going to keep moving forward

  • @vineethasriakkena6554
    @vineethasriakkena6554 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This is so useful to someone who's looking to start a career in UX designing. Thank you for your insights. May god bless your soul.

  • @dwinosam
    @dwinosam ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for this content! I’m about to start this course and this has reassured me to begin

  • @ryonsbooks
    @ryonsbooks 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good video, I just started on the Google Digital Marketing/E-Commerce course and will definitely use some of the tips from here to get a role in the field. I'm also going to be taking the Google Data Analyst too so. Wish me luck.

  • @dokedoke0426
    @dokedoke0426 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you so muchhh! You really motivated me so hard. I am gridning more and more right now

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm so glad!

  • @Honeydewmilktea111
    @Honeydewmilktea111 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for this video! It’s inspired me to put in efforts in my portfolio and UX learning 😊

  • @elaine4421
    @elaine4421 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for the advice! I’m currently on course 5, and I feel like the same way you just said. I don’t feel confident about my personal project and I need to figure out my next step, still exploring…

  • @bryanperez2791
    @bryanperez2791 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This helped me a lot actually. Thank you

  • @yogilune
    @yogilune ปีที่แล้ว

    Such a helpful video! Thank you SO MUCH!!

  • @user-vq6ib6wm8q
    @user-vq6ib6wm8q 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    i really love your teaching style ❣❣

  • @jaz_ofalltrades
    @jaz_ofalltrades ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for this video! I am doing a career change and this is something I thought about for a long time!

  • @berrybread7215
    @berrybread7215 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I actually just started the UX certificate’s first course! This is so reassuring

  • @seansiegler
    @seansiegler 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for this review and perspective!

  • @nbkbubu329
    @nbkbubu329 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    For me, Ux jobs require entrepreneurial mindset. You have to sometimes kickstart your own projects with either your friends or yourself alone in order to upgrade your portfolio.

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Totally 🙌

    • @amenasultanaoishe
      @amenasultanaoishe 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@AlienaCaiWell, if I can't afford the course and don't have the certificate, can't I get a job? 😢

  • @angelowens5817
    @angelowens5817 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much. I've just started the course and this video was very helpful.

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว

      You're very welcome!

  • @rinadelcastillo1120
    @rinadelcastillo1120 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for this it just pop up your video because today I am watching other videos about UX. Now I am starting the course because of you. I really want to upgrade my skill I always want to do graphic design and web contents because I have a background on it before when I was still studying in my college year. Hopefully I can finish the course and land a job in this field in the future. Thank you so much to you and I am a new subscriber :)

  • @trdesigns3d
    @trdesigns3d ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thankyou so much for brief, i have reached good level at 3D designs and now i am moving to UI UX and ur videos helping us.

  • @jasminewoods9801
    @jasminewoods9801 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey! I’m in the course now. Thanks for sharing. Needed this!

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! All the best ☺️

  • @t3true-games
    @t3true-games ปีที่แล้ว

    Good for you. Subbed. Im a 3d now, but I was doing UI back before people knew what UI was back in 1995!
    But Im back and this is the route I want to follow. Thanks for your info and great videos good job.

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the sub! Wow you must be a real OG then. Welcome to my channel 🥳

  • @itsvouch
    @itsvouch ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you! love the video. real world experience is very important and can be fun depending on the project. I’m in my last year at uni and i have a software dev job lined up for when i graduate. I love all things UI/ frontend so i’m excited about that. not too much excited bout backend tho😂

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว

      The world needs WAY MORE good front end engineers !!!

  • @carlarojasz
    @carlarojasz ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That book changed my life and the way I approach social interactions. ha ha. So cool you mentioned it!

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว

      That book changed my way of social interaction too! I’m glad you pointed it out 🙌🙌

  • @markzeng1025
    @markzeng1025 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I paused this course last year but I want to restart it once I watch your video. Thanks, Aliena.

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow, go for it!

  • @shishisheila
    @shishisheila ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I got my masters in web and multimedia design. The program focused on UX/UI but I’m taking the google certificate to help me make more projects and hopefully land a job!

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for sharing, all the best! ❤️❤️

  • @MrAlejandro2783
    @MrAlejandro2783 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much! Definitely one of the best videos I have watched on TH-cam! So much that I subscribed here and I started following you. Thank you Aliena! 🌹

  • @kt1122
    @kt1122 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Thanks for your review. I'm in the fifth module right now. I'm formerly a graphic designer and illustrator, but I decided to do this course because I want to up my skills. I love UI design so I'm hoping I can do that more. I may do my own review video as well. Thanks!

    • @SGDCTVDUBAI
      @SGDCTVDUBAI ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's great. Do get in touch!

    • @nikitsakiridi1033
      @nikitsakiridi1033 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm studying graphic design now ,would love to try it ,is it worth it?!

    • @kt1122
      @kt1122 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@nikitsakiridi1033 Yes, I think it's worth it! If you like being on the internet and analyzing website layouts, how they work, etc, this course is definitely for you!

    • @lukemcquillan
      @lukemcquillan ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m also a graphic designer looking to do this. Have you finished the course? I’d love to hear your experience and if you found a job? Thank you!!

    • @kt1122
      @kt1122 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@lukemcquillan No, I haven't found a job yet.. sigh. Market's been tough. I've applied for remote and jobs within my area since last year. My personal experience with the course was good. It took many hours and four months for me to finish but taught me a lot.

  • @Arman-U87
    @Arman-U87 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This video was so helpful since I finished the course and got the certificate but I have been struggling to find a job in the field.

  • @sheenalee7602
    @sheenalee7602 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video was in my recommendations and I'm so glad I clicked on it because I'm interested in UI/UX design and was planning pursuing the Google UX certificate.

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for sharing ❤️

  • @nehamohid
    @nehamohid ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi, i just saw your video. I am currently going to start my 5th course of UX/UI Google certification. I followed all the tasks up till now and completed my first project prompt, but i haven't made the case study as i know i have to do alot of modifications. I will make sure to keep the case study layout different and i have a project given to me by my husband which he will launch after i make an interface. I will work on it after course 5. All in all, your video really guided me alot and i will make sure to watch your videos and subscribe 👍 thank you for your guidance.

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for sharing ❤️ keep going! All the best!

  • @Akburns93
    @Akburns93 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Currently in college for Web and UX Design, and this course is a part of one of my classes.

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's great! Thanks for sharing 🙌

  • @Sarah.aerialist
    @Sarah.aerialist ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for this!! I’m currently taking the Coursera class for this, I’ll check out Google too- but this was super helpful

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This is also from Coursera. Maybe you are already taking the course?

    • @Sarah.aerialist
      @Sarah.aerialist ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AlienaCai I just started it so I’m anticipating more, but I’m not sure how much the two courses differ. I did hear you talk about coursera but I assumed it was mainly Google (I was also about to go to sleep when I watched this 😅)

  • @JuniorC1903
    @JuniorC1903 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Congratulations on the new job!!!!!

  • @dune22
    @dune22 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was so helpful, thank you for sharing!!

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว

      You are so welcome!

  • @mackendylordeus1625
    @mackendylordeus1625 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    I finished the course months ago and am now focusing on getting better at UI. I know I have to redo my portfolio. Definitely need to work on networking and doing real-world projects instead of personal ones. It's challenging and impostor syndrome is kicking my butt but I'm doing my best to push through. I really want to get into this field.

    • @elnurakazybek8246
      @elnurakazybek8246 ปีที่แล้ว

      You got this!

    • @victoriagomez9009
      @victoriagomez9009 ปีที่แล้ว

      whats the difference between real world projects vs personal ones?

    • @benjaminatic9908
      @benjaminatic9908 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@victoriagomez9009 real world - you're changing the UI for your friends restaurant after they've reached out to you/you've discussed with them v personal - you're redesigning TikTok's interface out of fun/your likes

  • @ladyj3474
    @ladyj3474 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I am working full time as a graphic designer. Courses 1-5 completed, starting 6. I plan to finish all the courses unlike your suggestion, I want to finish the course. Lots of sitting at the computer. The point well made here is do some freelance work, pro bono to have real life work in the portfolio and that is what I plan to do as well, thank you. I will tell anyone interested in this plan that it requires enormous time and work. If you are working and plan to take the course as I am doing, this means week nights and weekends. Take care of yourself if you choose to do so and good luck.

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว

      Your comment is very valuable ❤️ thank you for sharing! It took me sooo much effort too

  • @Anna-ut6wx
    @Anna-ut6wx ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just started the UX design course the other day! Thank you for making this video it gave me a good idea on what I need to do :)

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad it was helpful!

    • @SyedNaeem-
      @SyedNaeem- 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      hey, did u completed the certificate? hw is it going

  • @kossynifemigold
    @kossynifemigold ปีที่แล้ว

    Aliena thank you so much for this video and the words of encouragement.

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for the comment 😄

  • @tachenajean-philippe2333
    @tachenajean-philippe2333 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for your precious advices!!

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว

      You are so welcome!

  • @elfahafssa3151
    @elfahafssa3151 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very helpful information, I’m planning to change careers and start Ux design. Thanks 💜✨

  • @PeakSheek
    @PeakSheek ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for sharing your experience!

  • @jlnae
    @jlnae 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Amazing video! Thank you so much!

  • @JaponMan7
    @JaponMan7 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am on course 7. Finishing up the mobile design then onto the responsive website. I also did all the UX/UI design for a mobile app I made. I need to take note and just take a step back and slow down. I work overnights with 2 children, so I am just tired of these long days. Hopefully I can land a job. Great video and subbed.

    • @rakshark9545
      @rakshark9545 ปีที่แล้ว

      How long did you take to reach till Course 7?

  • @Da_Joe
    @Da_Joe ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Applied for financial add, fortunately it got approved, currently on the course, though still on the first course.
    I'm really taking my time to study because I want it to sink in properly.
    On the practical aspect, i promised myself to push that pixels everyday.

  • @kaseycarr9130
    @kaseycarr9130 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm doing the certificate now, so happy I found your channel

  • @whitneykeoski2285
    @whitneykeoski2285 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for sharing it! So helpful.

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for letting me know ❤️

  • @deepthivasishta4559
    @deepthivasishta4559 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I am on course 5 just started. Until now I haven’t done any actual research other than my imagination and a few of my friends and family for research for projects and to see my prototypes.
    How can I go about doing a real project? This video was super helpful. Thanks a lot!

  • @AlienaCai
    @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Google UX Design Certificate: coursera.pxf.io/Vyv5m3
    Google Cert Alternative: fasttrackux.com
    It's officially one year since I completed the Google UX Design Professional Certificates. I've found a full-time opportunity at eBay as a UIUX designer. The journey wasn't easy. So if you're taking the course, please hear me out.
    Check out my last year's course review video on Google UX Design Certificate: th-cam.com/video/6xFGp7Dx__s/w-d-xo.html
    Check out my video on how to get a UX design job: th-cam.com/video/On5zqaiohCE/w-d-xo.html
    Check out my Figma UI tutorial: th-cam.com/video/D4NyQ5iOMF0/w-d-xo.html

    • @carloanimationTV
      @carloanimationTV ปีที่แล้ว

      im currently taking the course and I find it hard :(

  • @user-pv6lj2no2d
    @user-pv6lj2no2d ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is so invaluable!!!

  • @humansoftech5905
    @humansoftech5905 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Coursera is awesome, I remember taking the Interaction Design specialization course, totally recommend

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว

      Great to hear!

  • @Frogmoodparty
    @Frogmoodparty 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I got my certificate 1 year ago and haven’t been able to find a job since, been rejected so many times but this video gave me hope to keep trying 🎉

  • @FranTecnoGamerJR
    @FranTecnoGamerJR ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing all those tips, My girlfriend is taking that course and I really hope she gets a great job soon as UX/UI

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! All the best for your girlfriend 🙏

  • @Agusb97
    @Agusb97 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks you Aliena! I'm from Argentina and i thinking start whit this certificate (a lot demand for jobs) and this video help me whit your tips. Greetings!

  • @idiaz502
    @idiaz502 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing video. I just sub. Starting UX course today. Thank you!

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว

      All the best 🎉

  • @ifeanyichukwuikwecheghe1363
    @ifeanyichukwuikwecheghe1363 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nothing more to say than that I love your presentation

  • @Drgottagupta
    @Drgottagupta ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I just finished the first course. Loving the content so far, can’t wait to see where this takes me!

    • @chronos5457
      @chronos5457 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Is Google UX course very difficult or complicated? I have depression and because of this I procrastinate and give up very easily 😔

    • @Ldr-sw4ec
      @Ldr-sw4ec ปีที่แล้ว

      @@chronos5457 no , don’t give up please , if u want i am gonna start it these days you can restart it with me and encourage each other and keep each other updated wdyt ?

    • @FoxTrotter
      @FoxTrotter ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Ldr-sw4ec Can I join too. I have been sick for a while and lost all the motivation and l want to revive myself again and to have a better life in future if possible.

    • @Ldr-sw4ec
      @Ldr-sw4ec ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FoxTrotter yes let’s do it guys

    • @indasiasummerfield4308
      @indasiasummerfield4308 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Ldr-sw4ec can we all keep each other updated? 😊

  • @ravirajputdesigner
    @ravirajputdesigner ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Yesterday I have completed and got the Badge .... It is really too helpful for making your products more usable. Looking forward to what best I can give to the word as a Visual Designer... 🤩

  • @Taco-Belle
    @Taco-Belle 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Im currently on course 4 for this certificate and focusing on my portfolio really helps. No one should ever rush, just for a job. The more time you take preparing and learning, the higher chance you have of landing a great job!

    • @kriti_pas
      @kriti_pas 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      hi! im in course 2 right now, when did you build your portfolio?

    • @Taco-Belle
      @Taco-Belle 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      pretty sure that is near courses 6 or 7. Im on the last week for course 4. Once we start building portfolios, i will let you know :). Best of luck by the way!@@kriti_pas

  • @chocl
    @chocl ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Most relatable content!! I'm taking the course, and hopefully would be able to translate my learning to my portfolio :)

  • @kevinhonaker7236
    @kevinhonaker7236 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Aliena,
    Thank you for making this video. A lot of people don't realize the time and effort it takes to make you tube content. I am in the UX Program and would like to become a UX Researcher (I have background in Psychology). But, you should consider being a teacher :) I think you would be amazing at it and have a natural ability to convey information and keep an audience (Coming from M.S. Psych grad). Thanks again for all of your content.

  • @designknots
    @designknots ปีที่แล้ว +1

    this is soooo helpful thanks aleina...

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m so glad!

  • @YanYan-rz6yn
    @YanYan-rz6yn ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for thisss!!!

  • @amirabelghith6264
    @amirabelghith6264 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video!❤️

  • @christinadevries9000
    @christinadevries9000 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you SO much for this video! I have been considering taking the ux design course from Google, some of the reviews were kind of mixed. But if it seemed to work for you I'm hopeful! I also really appreciate all the comments in this video! ❤️

  • @MarcCardwell
    @MarcCardwell ปีที่แล้ว +27

    I've been a normal graphic designer for 25 years. Over a year ago, I took this course, but stopped it mid-way. What kept me from progressing was being un-able to find people who would help with research, and that was because the app I picked was not anything my friends had ever used (it was an art auction app). Some tried to help me, but gave up. I had 3 professional UX friends who offered to help, then ghosted me. Something I've heard is the UX field is too crowded (much like the graphic design filed!), with all the people who've taken UX courses.

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว +17

      It is indeed a crowded field. I also run into similar trouble not being able to find people to help. Eventually I turned to my friends and closest connection regardless if they are the closest target audience.
      In real life projects, there are also many cases where a company does not have the resource for user research, so using secondary research could also do the job.

  • @KelsLynn
    @KelsLynn ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love the video! I am thinking of switching from a medical career into UX/UI design. I come from a art background and currently make websites on the side and some marketing in my free time. I plan to start the Google course in December. I am very excited

    • @jarvisexpo5834
      @jarvisexpo5834 ปีที่แล้ว

      dont worry u can get good benefit for u r hard work

  • @rahulsinhapiet
    @rahulsinhapiet 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    very good video. Thanks for sharing

  • @nidarahman2305
    @nidarahman2305 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I am on. 5th now., and it took me so long to reach here. Just want people to tell its not easy.. Its not difficult but its quite lengthy and teaches alot alot. So every course is so elaborate. U can learn so much specially if u want to work for a company.. For working freelance for short project. Where u dont have to write reports etc. Then this google course might not be as useful as it will be to others. But i am extremely happy i am at 5 now. I am. Hoping to complete it soon.. Another thing i need to learn alot of ui. Besides this. Because it teaches ux, resewrch etc more. Than ui. By the way i used financial aid for each course

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks so much for sharing this! 🙌❤️

  • @TheCreativeDad
    @TheCreativeDad ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great Video! Thanks for sharing

    • @AlienaCai
      @AlienaCai  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching!

  • @user-qy6bw4vx1r
    @user-qy6bw4vx1r 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I am taking Google courses and I hope that I can find a good job and thank you for your guidance.

  • @emmanuelharbor2350
    @emmanuelharbor2350 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very awesome tips!