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What does it truly mean to democratize research? During our recent session at the Rosenfeld Media DesignOps Summit, James Wallis shared a powerful point: “Everyone having access [to research] increases the learning potential of the whole business.” Here are two of the key factors we explored on the topic of accessibility in research: 🤝 Empowering Non-Researchers: Encouraging everyone—regardless of their research background—to engage with and utilize research insights cultivates a culture of curiosity and ongoing learning. 📊 Accessibility of Data: Providing easy access to research findings enables teams to make informed decisions quickly. Tune in to the full session below! 👇 #DemocratizingResearch #UXResearchTrends

Another week is coming to a close, so here is a quick look at 5 interesting things in the behavioral and decision sciences world that I've come across this week. Links are in the comments!   -- 1 --   𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐒𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐍𝐨 𝐕𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐈𝐬 𝐚𝐬 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐫𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭—𝐖𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐫𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐈𝐭   ❓What is it? Paper exploring why small effect sizes can feel so disappointing 👤 Who made it Linnea G., Benjamin Manning, Angela Duckworth 👍 Who might like it? Anyone who has wished for a stronger correlation coefficient 📌 Where'd I find it? Via Angela's LinkedIn   -- 2 --   𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐲𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥, 𝐓𝐫𝐲 𝐁𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐤𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥   ❓What is it? Article highlighting the difference between a lack of faith in people vs a lack of faith in assumptions and why it matters 👤 Who made it? Jamil Zaki 👍 Who might like it? Anyone who has described themselves as not a cynic, just realistic 📌 Where'd I find it? Behavioral Scientist   -- 3 --   𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 & 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐛𝐞𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫   ❓What is it? Article exploring the limited adoption of Be Sci in the private sector 👤 Who made it? Scott Young 👍 Who might like it? Those who have faced barriers to incorporating Be Sci at their organization 📌 Where'd I find it? Via Scott's LinkedIn   -- 4 --   𝐍𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲   ❓What is it? Interactive discussion on October 30 about the science behind creativity 👤 Who made it? Haley Forest 👍 Who might like it? Those interested in the mechanisms of creativity or ways to enhance it 📌 Where'd I find it? Women in Behavioral Science Community   -- 5 --   𝐀 𝐦𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧   ❓What is it? Case study on how Headspace has made users feel less stressed 👤 Who made it? Peter Ramsey 👍 Who might like it? People interested in design, digital experiences, UX 📌 Where'd I find it? Peter's LinkedIn       #behavioralscience #5thingsinBeSci

👩🏾🤝👨🏾🌟 A new report by Imaginable Futures and IDEO.org highlights the role of co-creation in building equitable learning systems. Educate!'s Board Member, Dr. Dzingai Mutumbuka, is among 65 educators, policymakers, and advocates who share insights in the report "𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐲’𝐬 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐲". Key Findings: 1️⃣ Elevate proximate leaders as decision-makers. 2️⃣ Embrace learning, curriculums, and evaluation benchmarks that prioritize cultural contexts. 3️⃣ Create enduring infrastructure to safeguard movements toward equity. 4️⃣ Build equitable learning systems that adapt to emerging opportunities and challenges, such as AI, climate change, and mental health. 🔗 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gNAuVAgs

💡 Are you facing a developmental design challenge and looking for innovative solutions? Our expert panel of behavioural scientists and designers are here to help! In our focused online sessions held once every month, we will collaboratively ideate on new solutions or review existing ones, leveraging the power of behavioural science. 🔍 What’s in it for you? 1. Personalised counsel and advice from leading experts 2. Fresh perspectives and innovative solutions to your challenges 3. An engaging, collaborative problem-solving experience ✍ In our previous clinic, we tackled a prevalent challenge: converting social media engagement into tangible leads. Despite a solid online presence, many businesses struggle to move users from surface-level interactions (likes, clicks) to deeper engagement (form submissions, contact details). What behavioural barriers hinder this transition, and how can they be overcome? Read on to learn more from this case study.  📅 Mark your calendars for our next clinic on August 12th, 2024!  📆 Schedule your slot at our free online clinic and share your challenge with us: https://lnkd.in/eRAfV3dD Don’t miss this opportunity to bring your thinking caps and work together to find behavioural solutions. #BehaviouralScience #DevelopmentChallenges #Innovation #BehaviouralDesign #MonthlyClinic

Heads up that prices for Advancing Research 2024 go up EOD *today* (Tuesday March 5). And a reminder that virtual tickets are now available if you can't make it to New York City to attend in-person March 25-26. This is the conference's fifth edition; it's designed by researchers (Jemma Ahmed and Christopher Geison) for researchers who are ready to move beyond the introductory 101 material and want to literally advance research. Our incredible lineup of speakers, headlined by Tricia Wang, Neil Barrie, Victor Udoewa, and Steve Portigal, has been preparing for nearly three months. And we've got three workshops taking place in-person March 27 to choose from: • Interviewing Users: Uncovering Compelling Insights with Steve Portigal • Quantitative Methods for Qualitative Researchers with Archana Shah and Subhasree Chatterjee • AI for UX Research with Alexandra Jayeun L. ...and all the goodies our conferences are known for, from virtual conference attendee cohorts to sketchnotes and reading lists for each session. I hope to see you in-person or virtually March 25-26! #UXresearch #DesignResearch #CustomerResearch #ProductDiscovery #UserResearch #DataScience https://lnkd.in/e5WYvSa5

📝 Dive into the importance of redefining participant consent in research with this insightful article by Karen Eisenhauer. Discover why shifting from a transactional view to building trust and rapport is crucial. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/dZffN4kr #ResearchEthics #ParticipantConsent #TrustBuilding #UXResearch

In today’s tech-driven world, we often focus on the negative impact technology has on our conversations, especially with kids. However, this article highlights how technology, when used intentionally, can enhance our communication and strengthen relationships. Rather than solely viewing technology as a distraction, we should embrace its potential to facilitate deeper, more meaningful connections. By rethinking how and where we engage with technology—whether through creative play spaces or interactive digital experiences—we can transform our conversations into opportunities for growth and understanding. As a parent and professional, I’ve seen firsthand how technology can open new doors for communication, especially in learning environments. Let’s shift the narrative from technology as a barrier to a tool that enhances our ability to connect. How have you used technology in your life to improve conversations and build stronger relationships? #Technology #Communication #Parenting #Innovation #MentalHealth #Relationships #DigitalLearning #Creativity https://lnkd.in/dzYUCS-3

Title: The Era of Happy Tech is Over: Why Empathy Must Lead the Way As I dive into the thought-provoking text "The Era of Happy Tech is Over" in my class, I'm struck by a profound realization: technology has often been designed without considering the human experience. The consequences? Isolation, polarization, and a lack of understanding. It's time to acknowledge that the happy tech era - marked by optimism and techno-utopianism - has come to an end. Instead, we must prioritize empathy in our digital landscape. We need to recognize that technology is not a neutral entity, but a reflection of our values and biases. Empathy is not just a buzzword; it's a crucial element in creating a more compassionate and understanding world. By integrating empathy into tech, we can: - Foster inclusive design that considers diverse perspectives - Develop AI that understands human emotions and needs - Create digital spaces that promote meaningful connections Let's work together to create a future where tech and empathy intersect. Share your thoughts on how we can make this vision a reality! #EmpathyInTech #DigitalCompassion #HumanCenteredDesign #TechForGood Aanuoluwapo Oyewole Van Ellison Ahmed Himdi Southern New Hampshire University Ameen Ajibola Adeleye Agiri Taiwo Sonuga Temi Oladotun Anne Bullard, MA

In research, the journey doesn't end with data collection and analysis; it ends with action and impact. Embracing the measurement of impact, ROI, and implementation in your case studies isn't just an opportunity to receive the recognition you deserve; it's an opportunity to amplify your influence and leave a lasting mark. Because when we care about the impact of our work, everyone wins.

When the pressure is heavy, the glimmers of spring lighten the load. This week the third instalment of our e-newsletter, 11 Minute Marketing dropped. We covered the updates to collaborative article on LinkedIn, a new club for emerging marketers and shared our musings on generative AI imagery. We also started and exciting mini marketing project, working in a new field (forensic psychology!) This week, there’s a lot to do before the long weekend, including catching up with the event team for the Women in Tech North East getogether. Just in case you need to hear it - you’ve got this! #mondaymotivation #weeklyreflections #marketingconsultancy