5 Common Mistakes Junior Designers Make

Summary: There are 5 common mistakes junior designers make. They focus on the look instead of usability, commit type crimes, work outside of design systems, lack confidence when presenting their designs, and ask for feedback too often.

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Kelley Gordon is the Director of Product at Nielsen Norman Group. She plays a crucial role in driving the success of NN/g’s digital products, including the strategy, design, development, and management of it.

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