#77 - Breaking Into User Research – with Eniola Abioye

Eniola Abioye—user research career coach—joined us for a special live episode of Awkward Silences. She answered audience questions and shared some of her best tips for crafting a research portfolio that stands out, transitioning from different fields, and why not everyone needs a bootcamp.

Highlights

• [6:16] How to learn more about user research on your own. 
• [17:17] Tailoring your resume to UX research roles.
• [22:38] Building a standout user research portfolio.
• [26:40] Eniola’s honest opinions on bootcamps.

Resources mentioned in the episode

• EniolaAbioye.com 
• Thinking Fast and Slow
• Levels.FYI
• UXRC UX Research Salary Report
• Coursera
• LinkedIn Learning
• Austin Kleon
• Also recommended: 81cents.com
• More from Eniola: Getting in the Game: Driving Inclusive Innovation – UXRConf21

About our guest

Eniola Abioye helps UX Researchers improve their research practice. From seasoned researchers looking to level up to new researchers looking to get their bearings, Eniola helps researchers focus their practice. She’s also a Senior UX Design Researcher at Silicon Valley Bank. With a background in biotech, healthcare, fintech, she enjoys holding space for users to have real conversations.