Act 01
Scene 27 – Featuring Felix Lee
Felix Lee, co-founder of ADPList, joins Naresh Shan to break down the evolving truth about UX and mentorship in the design world. With a focus on clarity, value, and growth, he reflects on how mentorship must be reimagined, why designers should resist the lure of surface-level validation, and what it means to stay relevant in a field increasingly shaped by AI and shifting market dynamics.
- Unpacking how social media distorts the perception of UX by glamorizing surface-level success
- Exploring how mentorship must evolve from casual advice to intentional accountability and growth
- Discussing how designers can rise above fear-driven roles to reclaim their voice in strategy and product direction
His insights push designers to reclaim authorship in their careers. To reject complacency dressed as comfort. To pursue mentorship not just as a resource, but as a responsibility. And to remain anchored in truth-seeking, even as the landscape keeps shifting.
Felix makes it clear: the future belongs to designers who show up fully. Who advocate for real UX, not just aesthetic polish. Who stay curious, stay grounded, and keep pushing even when the path forward is uncertain.