Discover the unique user experience path that Kate Moran, Vice President, Nielsen Norman Group, followed in this tenth episode of Season 3.In this episode of UX Pathways, host Marc Majers interviews Kate Moran, Vice President of Research and Content at Nielsen Norman Group (NN/g), about the evolving UX landscape, the role of AI, and building a career in the field. Kate shares insights on NN/g’s mission to provide accessible, research-backed resources and stresses a balanced approach to AI while valuing its usefulness but cautioning against over-reliance. Reflecting on her own career path from front-end development to UX leadership, Kate highlights the value of flexibility, persistence, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. She addresses the current challenges of entering the UX field, advising newcomers to stay patient, realistic, and open to non-linear paths. Kate also underscores the importance of empathy, business understanding, and breaking down silos between roles to create meaningful user experiences. She encourages listeners to explore NN/g’s free articles, training, and weekly newsletter to stay informed and inspired.