
Paul Boag
Host at Digital Insights
UX leader and grumpy old man of the web. Author of 6 books on topics such as conversion rate optimisation and design leadership. Speaker, blogger etc.
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3 weeks ago |
smashingmagazine.com | Paul Boag
9 min readUX,Frameworks,Business,WorkflowShare on Twitter, LinkedInLearn how to create and implement a UX strategy framework that shapes work and drives real business value. In my experience, most UX teams find themselves primarily implementing other people’s ideas rather than leading the conversation about user experience. This happens because stakeholders and decision-makers often lack a deep understanding of UX’s capabilities and potential.
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Feb 25, 2025 |
uk.linkedin.com | Paul Boag
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Jan 30, 2025 |
smashingmagazine.com | Paul Boag
7 min readDesign Systems,Design,UI,WorkflowShare on Twitter, LinkedInDesign systems play a crucial role in today’s digital landscape, providing a blueprint for consistent and user-friendly interfaces. But there’s another tool that deserves equal attention: the digital playbook. I recently wrote for Smashing Magazine about how UX leaders face increasing pressure to deliver more with limited resources.
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Nov 19, 2024 |
smashingmagazine.com | Paul Boag
8 min readAI,Workflow,Web Design,ToolsShare on Twitter, LinkedInDiscover how AI is reshaping web design, boosting productivity in design, coding, UX, and copywriting while amplifying human creativity in a new article by Paul Boag. As I sit down to write this article, I can’t help but marvel at the incredible changes sweeping through our industry. For the first time in my career, I feel like we’re no longer limited by our technology but by our imagination. Well, almost.
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Oct 30, 2024 |
staging.boagworld.com | Paul Boag
I run a lot of workshops within organizations. They’re great for connecting people, allowing space for questions, and inspiring teams. But here’s the thing: I’m not convinced they’re the best method of training staff in most cases. Don’t get me wrong, workshops have their place and I enjoy running them. They create a shared learning environment, foster discussion, and can be incredibly motivating. However, they come with some significant drawbacks that we need to address.
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