Nurturing Success for your 90-Day Research Roadmap as the sole UX Researcher

What to do after you join that new User Researcher role?

Embarking on your new role as a company's sole UX researcher (UXR) can be thrilling and challenging. You have successfully secured a research position after tirelessly refining your CV, cover letter, and portfolio case studies. However, as you settle into your role, you realize you are the company's first-ever UXR. Now, faced with familiarizing yourself with the organization and its products while delivering a comprehensive 90-day research plan to your manager, how can you rise to the occasion and exceed expectations? This article will explore strategies and insights to help you master your 90-day research roadmap and establish yourself as a valuable asset in this unique situation.

A team of ONE

Embarking on your journey as a team of one may initially feel daunting, but it also presents exciting opportunities for experienced individuals. Similar challenges await you whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the startup scene. Your position may seem small at the outset, and proving yourself might appear daunting. However, the key to overcoming these obstacles lies in investing time and effort into fostering meaningful relationships with fellow team members. Doing so will break the ice and pave the way for a successful and fulfilling journey within your company.

The Magic of Ideation Sessions

It is normal to feel the need to be invited to a meeting. But if no one sends you those golden invites, then it is time for you to send one to them. Yes!

If they don’t invite you. You invite them.

Invite teams into a co-creating ideation session. This will make them feel welcomed and included in the whole research process. And you’ll soon find that the real magic happens during these co-creation sessions. You can uncover user needs during these sessions and create a lasting impact on your work by solving these needs.

Beyond uncovering user needs, you will also expand your research teams. Inviting people to your ideation sessions has recruited new members to your research team. You can leverage this relationship to…