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Awkward Silences#149 - Research Tactics for Designers & PMs with Tyler Wanlass of CommandBarIn this episode, Erin and Carol sit down with Tyler Wanlass, lead product designer at CommandBar, to explore practical strategies for conducting user research without a dedicated research team. They dig into techniques that designers and product managers can use to gather valuable insights efficiently, especially in resource-constrained environments. Tyler's approach is scrappy, flexible, and creative. Tyler shares some of the tools that create his research toolkit, including efficient note-taking, creative approaches to participant recruitment, and mixed-methods continuous discovery methods. He explains how session recordings and account impersonation can offer deeper insights when primary research isn't possible...
2024-06-0451 min
Better ProductThe Role of Design on Product Teams with Tyler Wanlass, BufferTo learn from both a Head of Product Design and Interim Head of Product is an opportunity not taken lightly. Tyler Wanless from Buffer joins the series to share how design impacts the business, both in its ability to grow and the company culture. As Tyler shares his story and unique experience, you’ll hear how he brought together disjointed products creating a cohesive experience for customers. He shares why it was necessary to create a coherent feel among three different products while showcasing the impact on making this pivotal decision. Hear from leaders like Tyle...
2020-09-0126 min