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How illustration improves UX design is a principle we’ve seen in action at Standard Beagle. We’ve always believed that great UX design is rooted in empathy. It’s about understanding people — not just through research and data but through creative expression and the ability to communicate visually. And that’s why we believe some of the…
At Standard Beagle, we believe great UX design and development doesn’t happen in silos. It happens in collaboration, through feedback, and most importantly through mentorship. Over the years, we’ve seen how developer mentorship in UX teams not only builds stronger code, but also shapes better products and more resilient teams. One of the people who…
Burnout, scope creep, and the quiet power of saying no TL;DR: Setting boundaries is a strategic necessity for product leaders. In this article, we explore how setting boundaries in product teams improves focus, prevents burnout, curbs scope creep, and aligns stakeholder expectations. Drawing on trusted sources and real-world examples, the piece reframes boundaries as powerful…
Tired of setting product goals that don’t stick? This article unpacks why traditional resolutions don’t work — and how goal setting for product leaders can become more strategic, user-focused, and effective. Plus, a simple framework to help your team align with your product vision all year long.
Looking to strengthen your product team’s thinking, collaboration, and leadership? This list of 25 books—curated for PMs, UXers, and devs—offers timeless insight into building better products, together.
As the founder of a UX agency, I’ve learned some tough lessons that product leaders can use to grow, scale, and lead with more intention. Here’s what I’d share with my earlier self—and what might help you too.
A surprising improv exercise taught me a valuable lesson about building UX team trust — and why trust, not tools, is the foundation of great collaboration.
In 2017, we said goodbye to Bennie, our coonhound and the inspiration behind Standard Beagle’s name. She wasn’t just a pet—she was the spark for our brand and a constant companion during our early days. This is our tribute to her.
What’s it really like working with your spouse in business? Here’s how we co-founded a UX agency, kept our marriage intact, and built a company rooted in trust, humor, and mutual respect.
The origin of Standard Beagle began with a love of design, a big-hearted coonhound named Bennie, and a desire to help people bring their ideas to life. This is the story behind our name—and how our agency got its start.
Standard Beagle is an AI UX agency based in Austin, TX. We help B2B SaaS and health tech companies create better product experiences with smart strategy, user-first research, and ethical AI workflows.
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