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Personal Note: On My Creative Break
Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is step back. Here's a personal note on why I took a creative break — and what putting down the laptop and picking up a notebook made possible.
Not Quite There: Exploring the Flaws of Using AI in Writing
AI tools like ChatGPT promise to handle voice and tone — but the reality is far more complicated. Here's why professional writers remain indispensable, even in an era of powerful language models.
Shaping Voice and Tone in UX Writing: How Punctuation Makes All the Difference
In UX Writing, punctuation is more than grammar — it's a tone design tool. Discover how an ellipsis, a dash, or an exclamation mark can fundamentally change how users experience your product copy.
7 Common Voice and Tone Mistakes in UX Writing – and How to Avoid Them
Voice and tone is one of the most overlooked areas of UX Writing — and one of the most consequential when it goes wrong. Here are 7 common mistakes product teams make, and how to avoid them.
Sustainable Growth in UX Writing: The Dos and Don’ts
Learning is a constant in UX Writing — but doing it sustainably is a skill of its own. Here are the most important dos and don'ts for growing in your UX Writing career without exhausting your resources.
“A Good Baseline”: Is UX Writing Science or Art?
Is UX Writing more science or art? The question sounds philosophical — but it has very practical consequences for how we hire, teach, and advocate for UX Writers in product teams. Here's a clear take.
Bricks Before Paint: On Mastering UX Writing Fundamentals
In UX Writing, trend-chasing is tempting — but it's deep knowledge that builds lasting expertise. Here's why investing in the fundamentals is still the most valuable thing you can do for your career.
How I Use AI Tools as a UX Writer and UX Writing Business Owner
Everyone talks about AI adoption, but few show exactly how they use it. Here's a practical, honest look at how I integrate AI into my work as a UX Writer, business owner, and educator — and where I draw the line.
The Many Problems with Future Predictions About UX
Future predictions about UX shape what professionals study, which skills they develop, and what they worry about. So why are so many of them so poorly grounded? Here's a critical look at the discourse.
5 Reasons UX Writers Struggle to Make an Impact – and How to Fix Them
Proving your impact as a UX Writer is a genuine challenge — and in a tough job market, it matters more than ever. Here are 5 reasons UX Writers struggle to make their work visible, and how to address each one.
My Biggest Mistakes in 7 Years of UX Writing–And what they’ve taught me
Seniors make mistakes too — they often just don't talk about them. Here's a candid look at some of the most embarrassing, consequential, and persistent mistakes from 7 years of UX Writing practice.
My Smartest Investments As A UX Writer In 2024
What really moves the needle in a UX Writing career? Here's an honest look at the best and worst investments I made in 2024 — across money, time, and energy — and what each one taught me.
UX Accreditation: Benefits, Challenges, and What to Consider Before You Invest
UX accreditation is gaining traction — but how well does it actually serve UX Writers? Here's an honest look at what accreditation means, who awards it, what it costs, and whether it's worth it.
11 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Becoming a UX Writer
Before making the leap into UX Writing, it helps to ask yourself the right questions. Here are 11 honest ones — covering skills, mindset, and motivation — to help you figure out if UX Writing is right for you.
UX Writing vs. Copywriting vs. Technical Writing: What's the Difference?
UX Writing, Copywriting, and Technical Writing all appear in digital products — but they serve entirely different purposes and require different skills. Here's how to tell them apart and why it matters.