“Reading Doug‘s contributions shows me a big amount of empathy and positive attitude on the author’s side towards making user experiences better in general. I feel better and often confirmed in my professional actions since I follow him – seriously!”
“You bring mind provoking discussions and deep UX issues to all parts of the world, and I enjoy going through them and close the gap. You also do this in a humble manner making everyone feel comfortable and welcome, and I appreciate that as well.”
“You’ve provided a forum for so many of us to stay actively engaged in UX with an opportunity to have a voice and to share ideas with like minds. It’s especially important to me as a team of one. Thank you.”
“You’re a positive force, encouraging everyone to contribute to the UX conversation. Every time I log into Twitter I see something that provokes thought and actively engages me to join in, without fear of judgment or criticism. Thanks, Doug.”
“Appreciate your honesty, transparency and humbleness in your recommendations and advice for other UXers trying to find their space in the community. You’ve helped me grow as a professional!”
“Thank you, Doug Collins, for shepherding a community of current and future ux professionals to grow the discipline and give us opportunities to learn from each other and expand our individual and collective knowledge.”
“You have been an inspiration for me since I decided to get into UX.”
“I appreciate your flexibility and willingness to help out, to apply any of your many skills. Starting with next to nothing of a UX dept, you used what you had and did what you could. All the while keeping your eye on a better process with more rigor to let the org grow.”
“You understand that the questions matter more than the answers, and are willing to do the deep digging to get to what’s worth doing. Your kindness, generosity, integrity and dedication to your craft are extremely rare — making you truly valuable to any student, team or client.”
“You continuously help grow others in the most positive way. You encourage everyone to be the best they can and push themselves. Your leading of countless thoughtful discussions has been extremely helpful to not only myself but many here and afar. You’re an influential member of the design community that brings positive energy and thoughtful discussion to all who you engage with.”