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UX Writing ·

A 4-step guide to networking with content designers

Reaching out to content designers can be difficult, but worth it. Here are some lessons on how to approach people cold.

UX Writing ·

5 lessons for UX writers from behavioral economics

Behavioral economics, at its core, is the study of the biases which lead people to make decisions in an economic context. Here are 5 ways UX writers can adopt lessons from this discipline.

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Going global: reimagining content design communities

The global content design community is more diverse than ever, but it struggles with inclusion due to language barriers, tech issues, economic gaps, varying time zones, and cultural misunderstandings.

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Defining content design contribution: shared vs. specialized tasks

At Condé Nast, our content design team is privileged to have evolved well beyond the “seat at the table” level of design org maturity. However, that doesn’t solve every problem.

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Passive voice isn’t the problem, misuse is

While active voice gets all the glory for being clear and strong, passive voice quietly works behind the scenes to smooth out friction, emphasize user outcomes, and soften the occasional blow.

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20 content design resolutions for 2025

The Condé Nast content design team created a list of resolutions for 2025. Get some inspiration for the year ahead!

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Inspiration ·

The top 50 UX content resources of 2024

Which articles, podcasts, and blogs stood out in 2024? We’ve rounded up the top 50 UX writing and content design resources of the year.

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Localization ·

A formula for defining maximum character lengths

At some point in your career you’ll cross paths with the need to define the maximum character length for a component. I came up with a formula.

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Industry ·

How can UX writing flourish in India?

Since UX writing is a new discipline, there simply aren’t enough UX writers in the country. If there is to be a UX writer in every design team, or say one writer for every ten designers (which is also far from the ideal ratio), we need many more UX writers.

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UX Writing ·

3 experiments: creating a copy single source of truth

As part of a recent Hackathon, I looked into better ways to manage our copy. For context, I’m a Content…

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Industry ·

The content design job market is recovering

The content design job market in May 2024 is still recovering. But it's now in a better situation than it has been in the past 2 years - and large companies are now hiring, even for entry-level roles.

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Are you sure you want to run for President of Iceland?

Process ·

Accidentally running for president of Iceland

A digital endorsement process gone wrong. Read the case study for real-life consequences of content design (yes, even for democracy).

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Industry ·

Content Design 3.0: A roadmap for UX content professionals

The content design field is changing. It's time to think carefully about what skills to prioritize, and how to adapt.

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Process ·

The case against consistency

How can you balance following the rules while also creating memorable experiences? TJ Lee makes the case against consistency in UX writing.

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Process ·

4 ways to use generative AI in UX writing

Artificial intelligence is here to stay. Instead of fearing the unknown, James McGrath shares ideas you can use to complement (not take away from) your work.

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Industry ·

UX content conferences to attend in 2024

Looking to network with fellow content designers? Ready to take the stage as a speaker? Kyra Lee rounds up 20 UX content events you won't want to miss.

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Inspiration ·

The top 50 UX content resources of 2023

Which articles, podcasts, and blogs stood out in 2023? We’ve rounded up the top 50 UX writing and content design resources of the year.

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Industry ·

Introducing our biggest updates ever

The year’s almost over, but we’re not slowing down! See what’s new at UXCC starting now.

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Podcast: Is your company gaslighting you?

Podcasts ·

The Interface: Is your company gaslighting you?

Is your company gaslighting you? Patrick sits down with Sara Wachter-Boettcher to discuss her article and takeaways for content designers. Listen in or get the transcript.

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Process ·

3-step process to name a new feature

There's no “right” way to name a feature. Taylor Rohwedder shares the process that helps keep her team on track and avoid unnecessary debates.

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Podcasts ·

The Interface: Evolution of content design with Kristina Halvorson

How can we move the content design field forward? Patrick and Kristina Halvorson chat during this brand-new podcast episode. Listen in or get the transcript.

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Process ·

UX writing for distributed interfaces

Writing for one interface can be tough enough. What about writing for multiple, connected UIs across different platforms? Remy Ferber shares learnings from writing for home appliances.

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Localization ·

Why UX content and localization are better together

Dip into the relationship between UX content and localization to understand their significance in global product success.

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Podcasts ·

The Interface: Strategic Content Design with Erica Jorgensen

What does strategic content design look like in practice? Erica Jorgensen joins Patrick on the podcast to advocate for research and testing throughout the design process.

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Read the latest on content, craft, and community from working UX writers and content designers in the field.

A 4-step guide to networking with content designers

5 lessons for UX writers from behavioral economics

Going global: reimagining content design communities

Defining content design contribution: shared vs. specialized tasks

Passive voice isn’t the problem, misuse is

20 content design resolutions for 2025

The top 50 UX content resources of 2024

A formula for defining maximum character lengths

How can UX writing flourish in India?

3 experiments: creating a copy single source of truth

The content design job market is recovering

Accidentally running for president of Iceland

Content Design 3.0: A roadmap for UX content professionals

The case against consistency

4 ways to use generative AI in UX writing

UX content conferences to attend in 2024

The top 50 UX content resources of 2023

Introducing our biggest updates ever

The Interface: Is your company gaslighting you?

3-step process to name a new feature

The Interface: Evolution of content design with Kristina Halvorson

UX writing for distributed interfaces

Why UX content and localization are better together

The Interface: Strategic Content Design with Erica Jorgensen

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