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Jason Hopkins
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Head of Product Design | UX Leader | Mentor

Driving user-centered innovation, integrating design thinking into strategy, and leading teams to deliver impactful solutions. Passionate about mentoring talent and crafting exceptional user experiences.
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Most design strategies sound like wishlists. I wrote a full, practical guide and created a real-world Product Design Team Strategy you can actually use. Ideal for UX, UI, and service design leaders.

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#UXDesign #ProductDesign #DesignOps #DesignLeadership
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June 6, 2025 at 7:07 PM
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Impact Mapping in UX & Product Design.
A strategic guide for product teams who want to stop building features no one uses and start delivering real outcomes
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#UXDesign #ImpactMapping #ProductDesign #DesignLeadership #UserExperience #UXStrategy #LeanUX #ServiceDesign
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June 4, 2025 at 7:33 PM
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Why product thinking changed the way I design. It’s not about features - it’s about outcomes. Here’s what I’ve learned over two decades in UX and Product Design:

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#UX #ProductThinking #DesignLeadership
How Product Thinking Transformed My Approach to UX, Product Design & Design Leadership
Discover how adopting product thinking reshaped my approach to UX, UI, and service design, helping me drive user-centric innovation and business success.
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May 16, 2025 at 8:21 PM
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The Confidence Conundrum: Balancing Risk and Assurance in Product Design

In the dynamic realm of product design, professionals constantly grapple with a pivotal question: How much discovery is sufficient before transitioning from ideation to execution?

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The Confidence Conundrum: Balancing Risk and Assurance in Product Design
Explore the delicate balance between risk and confidence in product design, and discover strategies to navigate this critical aspect of the design process.
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May 5, 2025 at 7:13 PM
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New blog post.

Choosing the Right Design Process: A Guide for UX, Product and Service Designers

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#UXDESIGN #PRODUCTDESIGN #SERVICEDESIGN #DESIGNTHINKING #DOUBLEDIAMOND #LEANUX #DMAIC #DESIGNPROCESS #USER-CENTREDDESIGN #UXDESIGNLEADERSHIP
Choosing the Right Design Process: A Guide for UX, Product and Service Designers
Explore the different design processes — Double Diamond, Design Thinking, DMAIC, Agile UX and more. Learn when to use each and how they impact your product or service design.
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May 5, 2025 at 6:48 PM
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Why Six Sigma might be the most underrated tool in your design toolkit. A breakdown of how DMAIC is transforming product design through continual improvement.

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#UXDesign #SixSigma #DesignSystems #ContinuousImprovement #DesignLeadership
April 12, 2025 at 6:49 PM
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Here's a joke...

Why did the wireframe go to therapy?
It had low fidelity issues and couldn’t commit to a layout.
April 11, 2025 at 8:40 PM
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As a UX designer, your superpower is empathy. Embrace curiosity, always ask ‘why,’ and remember: every pixel, every interaction, can improve someone’s day. Dream big and design for impact. #UX #DesignInspiration #Empathy
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April 11, 2025 at 8:21 PM
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Good UX transforms products; great UX transforms perspectives. It’s about designing for the whole person, creating experiences that don’t just serve needs but inspire change. #UX #PurposeDrivenDesign #inspire
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April 11, 2025 at 8:17 PM
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AI isn’t a magic bullet for UX. It needs thoughtful design, purpose, & constant tuning. I’ve seen the highs (and lows) of integrating AI in products, and here’s what I’ve learned from experience.

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#AI #UXDesign #ProductDesign #AIUX #ServiceDesign
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April 6, 2025 at 3:15 PM
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Navigating the pitfalls of superficial planning in product design is crucial for true innovation. Dive into effective strategies that drive success.

#ProductDesign #StrategicPlanning #Innovation #UXDesign

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March 31, 2025 at 1:45 PM
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The best UX designs act as silent guides - intuitive enough to need no instructions, but powerful enough to enhance the user’s journey in ways they might never even notice. #UX #IntuitiveDesign #UserJourney
March 31, 2025 at 1:44 PM
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How do you redesign a financial platform to improve usability, security & engagement?

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#UXDesign #ProductStrategy #Fintech #Accessibility #DesignThinking
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March 31, 2025 at 1:43 PM
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True innovation in UX happens when we break assumptions, listen deeply, and see the world through users’ eyes. Innovation isn’t about novelty - it’s about creating real, human impact. #UX #Innovation #HumanCentered
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March 31, 2025 at 1:41 PM
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Design is more than what’s on the screen - it’s a ripple effect. The best designers connect their work to real business outcomes. Learn how to elevate your impact and career. #UXDesign #ProductDesign #DesignLeadership #BusinessImpact

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March 31, 2025 at 1:40 PM
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Design isn’t static; it’s a constant conversation between users, data, and experience. To build better products, we have to stay curious, open, and ready to adapt. #UX #DesignThinking #ContinuousLearning
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March 31, 2025 at 1:39 PM
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In today’s landscape, where user experience (UX) has become a pivotal factor in every industry, being a UX leader is about much more than shaping screens or optimising flows.

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#UX #LEADING #EMPATHY #INNOVATION #PURPOSE
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March 3, 2025 at 9:44 PM
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My blog post.

Empowering Digital Experiences: The Vital Role of Accessibility in UX Design

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#digital #experience #design #Accessibility
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February 25, 2025 at 8:35 PM
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As AI increasingly shapes our digital landscape, the UX challenge is to blend intelligence with empathy. The goal isn’t to automate human connection, but to amplify it. #UX #AI #HumanCenteredDesign
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February 25, 2025 at 8:16 PM
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Good UX isn’t just about making things easy - it’s about making them meaningful. In a world of endless options, the most valuable designs don’t just solve problems; they create purpose, inspire trust, and foster connection. #UXDesign #UserExperience #DesignThinking #ServiceDesign
February 18, 2025 at 8:20 AM
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Advocating for a user-first approach? Discover strategies to influence senior leaders and foster a user-centric culture in your organization. #UserCentricDesign #Leadership #UX #ProductDesign
Championing User-Centricity: Strategies to Influence Senior Leadership
Discover effective strategies to persuade senior leaders to embrace a user-first approach in product design, enhancing both user satisfaction and business success.
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February 14, 2025 at 8:45 PM
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Design isn’t finished when it looks good; it’s finished when it works well for everyone. User testing, iteration, and humility are essential ingredients in a truly user-centered process. #UX #UserTesting #IterativeDesign
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February 10, 2025 at 10:44 PM
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Exploring the balance between innovation and responsibility in product design. How can we ensure our creations uphold ethical principles? #ProductDesign #EthicalDesign #UX #UIDesign #DesignResponsibility

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February 8, 2025 at 6:39 PM