Best Estimize Roundtable Podcasts (2025)

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Definition of Done 56:09

2+ y ago56:09

56:09

In this episode, other than saying "done" a lot, we tackle the question of how we know when our work is complete. Is the definition of done based on time, deliverables, contract terms, solving a particular problem, the ability of the team to move forward, or based on some form of metrics? Hop into this pod to hear us hash this out in our usual fash…

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It's not you it's me: Breaking up with clients 30:49

2+ y ago30:49

30:49

This episode we discuss breaking up with clients or peers and the heartbreak that may or may not go along with it ;) We talk about different scenarios, how we have tackled them in the past and what we have learned through the process. Come with us as we explore the world of relationships!By Abeiene, Frauke @ Lindsay

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The fuzziness of UX strategy 51:17

2+ y ago51:17

51:17

This time we try to dissect and unravel UX strategy. While UX inherently involves strategic thinking are there specific UX strategy deliverables? Is all of our work a strategy deliverable? How do we define and sell strategy? Where does it fit within product and business strategies? Join us as we wind down this curious path...…

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Navigating titles: What should we call ourselves? 46:50

2+ y ago46:50

46:50

In this episode we dive into the idea of titles and roles: why are there so many? and what do they say about what we actually do? We discuss how skills can vary across UX roles and how we might ensure that people understand what we do based on our titles. We also get into the overlap of skillsets that are shared with other roles that may or may not…

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The art of estimating 32:46

3y ago32:46

32:46

Today we talk estimates! (super exciting eh?) But it is one of those things we have to do and getting right is tricky. We dig a little deeper into pricing (one of our previous episodes) and we discuss the details to our estimating process. What do we typically include and how do we handle scope creep/overages to protect ourselves? We also discuss h…

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How do you define the actual design problem? 42:08

3y ago42:08

42:08

Today we talk about problem statements, yay! We discuss how you actually get to defining the problem and how that ties into discovery. We try to dig into the activities we could be/are doing, and what has or hasn't worked in the past.By Abeiene, Frauke @ Lindsay

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UX Discovery 50:48

3y ago50:48

50:48

In this week's episode we talk about the discovery process. We look at client expectations, our own definitions and objectives for what we coin "discovery", as well as current pain points and ideas to improve our processes. Come discover with us!By Abeiene, Frauke @ Lindsay

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"Best in Class" 28:48

3y ago28:48

28:48

We often get asked to do "best in class" assessments or to design best in class solutions but who decides what this means? Who defines what's considered "the best"? What is it trying to answer or how does it support the underlying design problem? What do client's mean when they are looking for this, and how do we do a better job having discussions …

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Agile and UX: Does it work? 47:06

3y ago47:06

47:06

This episode we talk about how UX work fits into (or doesn't), the agile methodology. How do sprints work when it comes to UX deliverables? Is it just mini "waterfalls"? How do we keep our eye on the bigger picture and ensure we are still zooming out to maintain a holistic view of the experience and the actual problem we are solving? We might even …

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Can UX and Marketing work better together? 41:04

3y ago41:04

41:04

In this episode, we discuss the often misaligned objectives between UX and Marketing teams and how we could reduce butting heads. Ultimately we all have the same goal, we just approach it and look at it from a different lens. We discuss some ways we might improve this, as well as how we can ensure we don't forget our values as UX designers. How do …

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Tools deep dive: Design and Research 47:31

3y ago47:31

47:31

This episode we continue our talks about tools, but this time we focus on what we use to design and do research. There are probably a few common tools you already know but maybe there a few you don't! (Also we realize this may be outdated by the time it airs because this space changes SO fast).By Abeiene, Frauke @ Lindsay

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Tools deep dive: Productivity 48:57

3y ago48:57

48:57

This episode we take a bit of a departure to talk about tools we use to keep ourselves organized. No big takeaways here, but you may find a new tool that you can try out to help keep yourself on track :)By Abeiene, Frauke @ Lindsay

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When to say yes and the art of managing projects 53:16

3y ago53:16

53:16

This podcast we discuss how we decide what we can or can't take on. When do we know we don't have enough work? When do you know you have too much? How do you manage multiple projects? How do you budget and plan for your expenses? When and how do you say no? *Production Note: Please bear with us on this one, the audio quality is a bit all over the m…

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The price is right game 1:08:36

3y ago1:08:36

1:08:36

Today we explore how we price projects. What might it look like if we considered pricing projects based on outcomes versus deliverables? How can you estimate the value of your contribution beyond just the hours it takes you and the number of screens you create? Can you create "packages"? How do you ensure there is flexibility in your pricing struct…

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Spotting the gotchas for freelance contracts 36:30

3y ago36:30

36:30

Today we talk contracts! What should you look out for when negotiating a contract or creating a SOW? How do you ensure you understand the scope before signing on? How do you course correct when the scope changes? What should you consider when thinking about payment terms and payment collection? Some contract resources we like: Avoid these mistakes …

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If you could design anything what would it be? 38:44

3y ago38:44

38:44

In this episode, we have a casual chat about our own personal ideas and passion projects we would tackle if we had the time and inclination to do so. We share how we would apply our skills to the projects that have meaning to us.By Abeiene, Frauke @ Lindsay

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Why we became UX Freelancers 41:20

3+ y ago41:20

41:20

On this debut episode of the Remember the Humans podcast, we introduce ourselves and talk about why we decided to become UX freelancers. How did we start out? What did we find challenging? Would we ever go back to full-time gigs (eeek!)? Some supplemental reading if you are keen: https://wefreelancing.com/ How To Become a Highly Paid Freelance UX D…

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Holiday shopping is off to a strong start, but is this level of consumer spending sustainable? 54:46

6+ y ago54:46

54:46

This week on the Estimize Roundtable, Estimize’s CEO, Leigh Drogen and SVP of Media, Christine Short, are joined by Seema Shah, Senior Retail Analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence. The group starts by discussing the most recent downturn in Bitcoin which was hovering around it’s peak last Thanksgiving, and then gets into everything around the holiday sh…

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Our 2 best tech analysts review Q3, look at names left to report & discuss recent M&A in the space 53:36

6+ y ago53:36

53:36

This week on the Estimize Roundtable, Estimize’s CEO, Leigh Drogen is joined by Rob Defrancesco, founder and managing editor for Tech-Stock Prospector and Sean Udall, CIO at Quantum Trading Strategies. The group discusses the biggest winners and losers of the Q3 tech earnings season thus far, and looks ahead at names that have yet to report. The ge…

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How much longer can the US consumer hold up? Plus Q3 and holiday shopping predictions for retailers 56:00

6+ y ago56:00

56:00

This week on the Estimize Roundtable, Estimize’s CEO, Leigh Drogen and SVP of Media, Christine Short, are joined by Jeff Macke, head of Macke Asset Management, and we are excited to welcome a new guest, Seema Shah, Senior Analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence. This is our big consumer show ahead of Q3 retail reports and the holiday shopping season. The…

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The Estimize Roundtable

The Estimize Roundtable

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Remember the Humans: Real Life Stories from UX Freelancers

Abeiene, Frauke @ Lindsay

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Definition of Done 56:09

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It's not you it's me: Breaking up with clients 30:49

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The fuzziness of UX strategy 51:17

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Navigating titles: What should we call ourselves? 46:50

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The art of estimating 32:46

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How do you define the actual design problem? 42:08

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UX Discovery 50:48

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"Best in Class" 28:48

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Agile and UX: Does it work? 47:06

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Can UX and Marketing work better together? 41:04

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Tools deep dive: Design and Research 47:31

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Tools deep dive: Productivity 48:57

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When to say yes and the art of managing projects 53:16

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The price is right game 1:08:36

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Spotting the gotchas for freelance contracts 36:30

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If you could design anything what would it be? 38:44

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Why we became UX Freelancers 41:20

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Holiday shopping is off to a strong start, but is this level of consumer spending sustainable? 54:46

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Our 2 best tech analysts review Q3, look at names left to report & discuss recent M&A in the space 53:36

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How much longer can the US consumer hold up? Plus Q3 and holiday shopping predictions for retailers 56:00

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