Content Design with Friends

In today’s episode of Content Design with Friends, we dive deep into the chaos and excitement of content design in the age of AI. With tools popping up every week, it’s hard to know what’s valuable and what’s just noise. Jo and Jess from Ditto share their journey, highlighting the struggles of managing copy across different platforms and the importance of creating a unified source of truth. They discuss how AI is reshaping workflows, increasing the volume of content, and the need for content designers to adapt and thrive.Curious about Ditto? Take a look: https://www.dittowords.com/

Camila and Susa have both recently stepped into management – and they’re here to share what that’s been like so far. In this episode, they share their experiences, doubts, and lessons as new managers.Whether you’re managing now, thinking about it, or simply wondering how to grow as a leader, this episode reminds you: you don’t need to know all the answers or a fancy title to be a great leader.Featuring Camila Pechous and Susanna Agababyan.Want to share your story? Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Email us at cdwithfriends@gmail.com.

Being a team of one can be empowering or… exhausting. In this episode, we’re joined by Joe Natoli, co-author of the 2nd edition of The User Experience Team of One, to talk about the realities of solo practice in UX. We delve into how this collaboration with Leah Buley came to be, the pros and cons of being a team of one, and what advice Joe has for content designers working solo.Featuring Laura Lopez and Camila Pechous.Want to share your story? Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Email us at cdwithfriends@gmail.com.

We’re back, friends! Season 3 starts with a big question: What do y’all do all day? In this episode, we peel back the curtain on the life of a content designer – from navigating the double diamond to juggling stakeholders and stress. We talk about collaboration, feedback loops, and using the art of storytelling to ‘sell’ your work. This episode comes with some practical self-care tips.Featuring Laura Lopez, Rosie Olaivar, Camila Pechous, and Susanna Agababyan.Want to share your story? Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Email us at cdwithfriends@gmail.com.

In the last episode of season 2, we invited none other than Kristina Halvorson, founder of Brain Traffic and the powerhouse behind one of the most important conferences in the industry, Button. In our conversation, Kristina offers insights into the tumultuous landscape of job titles, and shares her wealth of experience, unique takes on the industry, and aspirations for the field. She delves into the intricate dance between titles, pay bands, and the nuanced identities within the content design realm. Don't miss out on this rollercoaster of a conversation, full of wisdom and laughter. Featuring Laura Lopez, Rosie Olaivar, Camila Pechous, Laura Costantino, Susanna Agababyan and special guest, Kristina Halvorson. Want to share your story? Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Email us at cdwithfriends@gmail.com.

In this episode of CD With Friends, we dive deep into the art of storytelling and finding your voice, joined by our special guest, Francesca Rodriguez Sawaya, content designer at Cisco. Francesca shares insights on crafting narratives across various mediums and formats, emphasizing the power content designers have in guiding users and the profound impact of storytelling on building trust with stakeholders. She reflects on how learning to articulate our work not only enhances our understanding but empowers us to speak up and draws parallels between the worlds of weaving and technology. Don't miss this conversation on creativity, connection, and making a meaningful impact in the world of content design. Featuring Laura Lopez, Rosie Olaivar, Camila Pechous, Laura Costantino, and special guest, Francesca Rodriguez Sawaya.

This episode is a special one. It’s a recording of a live session with our listeners, where we looked back on season 1 and revisited our podcast's creation – our experiences, lessons learned, challenges, behind-the-scenes stories and triumphs in bringing it to life. We talked about the significance of collaboration, the complexities of audio editing, and the joy of connecting with our community. We also gave a sneak peek into what season 2 holds. Featuring Laura Lopez, Rosie Olaivar, Camila Pechous, Laura Costantino and Susanna Agababyan. Want to share your story? Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Email us at cdwithfriends@gmail.com.

Did you know you can negotiate more than just your salary? In this episode, we’re talking about all the things you can negotiate when a company extends a job offer. We’ll also tell you what to do before you get to the negotiation stage, so that you don’t end up getting underpaid or saying yes to a job offer you’ll later regret. And Rosie will beg that everyone break the money taboo and start sharing their salary and benefits, because as we all know, knowledge is power. Featuring Laura Lopez, Rosie Olaivar, Camila Pechous, Laura Costantino and Susanna Agababyan. Want to share your story? Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Email us at cdwithfriends@gmail.com. Resources discussed in this episode: www.glassdoor.com www.levels.fyi www.teamblind.com https://uxcontent.com/2023-content-design-salary-industry-survey/

There’s a lot of talk about employees returning to the office. But what does that look like in today’s world? Are you pro-remote work or couldn’t be more excited to return to the office in-person? In this episode, we explore the different sides of returning to work, what it’s like working through a pandemic, work boundaries, quiet quitting, and what it means for us to normalize rest. Featuring Laura Lopez, Rosie Olaivar, Camila Pechous, Laura Costantino and Susanna Agababyan. Want to share your story? Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Email us at cdwithfriends@gmail.com.