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Finders to Builders - A UX Research Show

Julian Della Mattia
User Research
Artificial Intelligence
UX Research
User Experience Research
User Experience
Stakeholder Engagement
Research Operations
UX Design
Leadership
Product Discovery
AI Moderation
Content Creation
Career Development
Soft Skills
Job Market
Research Democratization
Synthetic Users
Research Methods
Product Management
Qualitative Research

Building a UX Research practice from scratch? You’re not alone! Join host Julian Della Mattia for weekly insights on transforming from a team of one into a thriving research operation. Learn proven strategies for securing stakeholder buy-in, demonstrating research value and scaling your impact. Each episode features real-world stories and actionable advice from researchers and industry leaders who... more

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This is the final episode of the Finders to Builders podcast.

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The difference between doing research and building a research practice is the difference between going to the gym once every few months and actually getting fit. One-off studies won't create lasting impact. A practice is an intentional, continuous in... more

Researchers often over-index on rational arguments, assuming clear findings will drive action. But decisions are also shaped by emotions and organizational dynamics — political, personal, and power pressures that influence how stakeholders respond. I... more

In the final guest episode of Finders to Builders, Thomas Wilson breaks down why large organizations aren't ready to spin up AI agents, how AI-first thinking amplifies "move fast, break things," and why stakeholder interviews often beat user research... more

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Thomas Wilson
Invited guest on the show
Episode: Ep. 45 - On AI, Broken Products, and Hard Truths with Thomas Wilson
Antonia Landy
Product Ops professional and speaker
Episode: Ep. 42 - What is Product Ops with Antonia Landi
Ari Zelmanow
Dr. Ari Zelmanow, researcher and advisor on data-driven UX
Customer Forensics
Episode: Ep. 39 - From Data Collection to Data Connection with Dr. Ari Zelmanow (Part 2)
Jake Burghardt
Author of Stop Wasting Research
Author, Rosenfeld Media book publisher
Episode: Ep. 34 - Stop Wasting Research with Jake Burghardt
Joe Natoli
Consultant, coach, speaker, author
Episode: SPECIAL - Off My Bookself: Joe Natoli (Part 1)
Kate Towsey
Research ops guru and author of 'Research at Scales'
Episode: SPECIAL - Off My Bookshelf : Kate Towsey
Tina Ličková
Independent researcher and innovation consultant with over 10 years of experience in the field.
Episode: Ep. 22 - On Research Democratization with Tina Ličková and Kathleen Asjes
Kathleen Asjes
Independent research consultant, coach, and founder of Grown Connect, a community for research leaders.
Grown Connect
Episode: Ep. 22 - On Research Democratization with Tina Ličková and Kathleen Asjes
Nikki Anderson
User researcher and founder who provides content and coaching.
User Research Consultancy
Episode: Ep. 20 - Content Creation for UX Professionals with Nikki Anderson and Chris Nguyen

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Julian Della Mattia
Host of Finders to Builders, offering insights to improve UX research practices through collaboration and actionable strategies.

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SPECIAL: Off My Bookshelf - Joe Natoli (Part 2)
Q: What three tips would you give to people who are in a UX team of one and don't know where to start?
Start anywhere and let the process tell you what to do next; don't cling to a rigid agenda or a perfect method, and don't take rejections personally—focus energy on what will actually move the needle with the available constraints.
Ep. 42 - What is Product Ops with Antonia Landi
Q: What is product ops, and how has its definition evolved over time?
Antonia explains that product ops aims to create repeatable, high-impact processes that help teams operate at scale; early definitions focused on making life easier with templates and processes, but the role has matured to emphasize collaboration, change management, and measurable business outcomes.
Ep. 39 - From Data Collection to Data Connection with Dr. Ari Zelmanow (Part 2)
Q: What are the three tips you would give researchers who want to become the researcher of the future, but they don't know where to start?
Start by collecting evidence like a detective using an abductive approach, learn to build cases and likely events from what you're learning, and finally, become a better communicator to clearly articulate problems, solutions, and the business impact.
Ep. 08 - Navigating Startup Research and AI with Caitlin Sullivan
Q: What are the three tips you would give first researchers or teams of one?
First, be open and share your legos; second, move fast; third, educate yourself about AI and the importance of business knowledge.
Ep. 08 - Navigating Startup Research and AI with Caitlin Sullivan
Q: When do you think research actually starts?
Research can start when a founder talks to customers before building anything — it's insights gathering instead of structured research.

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Focused on providing guidance for building and enhancing user experience (UX) research practices, this show offers listeners weekly insights into transforming individual research efforts into successful team operations. The host shares proven strategies for gaining stakeholder buy-in and demonstrating the tangible value of research, coupled with actionable advice from experienced researchers and industry leaders. Topics frequently explored include research democratization, stakeholder management, content creation, and the evolving landscape of UX education, making it an essential resource for those looking to elevate their UX research skills and practices. Unique guest perspectives and emphasis on real-world applications further enrich the ... more

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