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DESIGNERS OFTEN DO INVISIBLE WORK THAT MATTERS. HERE'S HOW TO SHOW IT

dataanddesign.substack.com5 min read

Summary from the TLDR Design newsletter

UX designers face growing pressure to demonstrate business value as AI tools can now generate visuals quickly, making their strategic work appear invisible to stakeholders. Designers must translate their research, user insights, and problem-solving into measurable business outcomes by connecting user behavior to revenue and cost savings. Rather than focusing on visual execution, UX professionals should position themselves as essential troubleshooters who bridge user needs, business objectives, and technical possibilities in an AI-integrated workplace.