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Episode Synopsis
On this episode of Digital Dopamine, we sit down with UX designer, dancer, and creative powerhouse Chris Nicdao, for a wide-ranging convo that’s equal parts vulnerable and insightful. From psychology, to the marketing world, to user experience design, Chris shares the winding path that led him to creative clarity—including burnout red flags, startup chaos, and the art of asking better questions. Follow us on Instagram! Chris: https://www.instagram.com/nvcdao/ Tuft Grove: https://www.instagram.com/tuftgrove/ Riley: https://www.instagram.com/rileymelinaschmitz/ Digital Dopamine: https://www.instagram.com/digitaldopamine.podcast/ 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:00:32 - Meet Chris! 00:01:07 - Chris's Career Journey 00:03:35 - Transition to User Experience 00:05:51 - Overcoming Creative Blocks 00:11:18 - Productivity and Time Management 00:18:24 - Recognizing and Overcoming Burnout 00:27:04 - Design Trends: Likes and Dislikes 00:27:55 - Most Challenging Project Experience 00:33:08 - Learning from Mistakes 00:45:12 - Future of User Experience Design 00:50:55 - Tuft Grove: Hand Made Rugs 00:54:49 - Chris' Dance Accomplishments 00:59:27 - Goals for 2025 01:05:25 - Rapid Fire Questions 01:06:36 - Closing Remarks and Social Media Handles
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