Mastering Design Critiques: In-Person Workshop for UX Designers

​🎉 Join the UX Design Talk community for an in-person workshop on Mastering the Art of Design Critiques!

​Event Overview: Design critiques are crucial for professional & business growth. They provide valuable insights that help designers make better decisions, overcome challenges, and refine their work. However, receiving critique can sometimes be intimidating and, if not handled well, can be demotivating. This workshop aims to turn critiques into a positive and growth-oriented experience.

​Workshop Facilitator: The workshop will be led by Guy Segal, Design Director at Thomson Reuters, who will guide participants through the principles of effective critique.

​Workshop Highlights:

• ​Understanding Effective Critique: Learn the principles and best practices of constructive critique.

• ​Practical Tips: Discover strategies for giving and receiving feedback that inspire improvement.

• ​Hands-On Practice: Apply what you've learned in breakout groups, in a supportive setting.

• ​Q&A Session: Get answers to your questions on the art of critique from an expert.

​Who Should Attend? This workshop is perfect for designers who are looking to improve their feedback skills. By the end of this workshop, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and tools to give and receive feedback gracefully, transforming critiques into opportunities for improvement and success.

​📣 What to bring:
Bring a project/case study/portfolio/or preferably work in progress you can share during the breakout session.

​Agenda:
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM: Networking + Food & Drinks
6:30 PM - 7:00 PM: Opening Remarks, Presentation on Effective Design Critique Strategies from Guy Segal
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Breakout Groups for Practical Application
8:00 PM - 8:30 PM: Open Discussion and Q&A
8:30 PM - 9:30 PM: Closing Remarks & Networking

​🎙️ About your instructor:
Guy Segal is a design leader with over 25 years of experience in the tech industry, specializing in UX, product design, and DesignOps. With a passion for design leadership and people management, Guy has established himself as a seasoned professional adept at fostering innovation and collaboration within design teams.
His expertise extends to various domains, including product, UX, and service design, as well as web and UI development. In recent years, Guy has focused extensively on design systems, establishing and growing teams and systems that optimize efficiency and enhance user experiences.

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