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Asking for feedback after a job interview but not getting any? How are you supposed to improve as a candidate if no one will tell you what you're doing wrong?

In this video, Heather shares an exact example of how she asked, and received, feedback from someone who interviewed her. Use Heather's example next time you ask for feedback after a job interview.

If you’re in a UX job search and wondering, “Is it just me, or is UX hiring slower than ever?” you’re not imagining it. In this guest interview we chat with Heather Cassar, VP of People at Narmi (a fintech startup), who brings 15+ years of experience leading hiring, people strategy, and global team growth at companies like Cash App, Uber, Block, and more.

Watch the full interview here:    • UX Hiring Insights: Why It Can Take 12 Wee...  

Heather shares firsthand insight into what's actually happening in UX and Product hiring, across both startup and enterprise settings.

In our conversation, we unpack why companies are taking longer to hire for UX roles, what’s shifting in how decisions get made, and how UX candidates can stand out, even when it feels like your applications are going nowhere.

Whether you’re actively applying to UX jobs or quietly watching the market, this episode will give you both perspective and relief. Heather breaks down what’s happening behind the scenes of hiring pipelines and reminds us: just because it’s taking longer doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong. There are still ways to stand out, you just need a job search strategy that matches the reality of today’s market.

💬 Topics Discussed:
Why it now takes 12+ weeks (or more) to hire for UX roles
What’s causing hesitation on both sides of the hiring table
How candidate caution is slowing down the top of the funnel
Why Heather says contract roles are NOT a red flag, and can lead to full-time
What hiring managers actually look for in resumes and portfolios
Tips for standing out even when the job market feels saturated
The value of clarity, connection, and showing real outcomes
How to tell your story without overselling or downplaying your experience

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