The first step when developing AI is to understand the user need; but just as critical, is knowing the context in which the data is being collected.
The critical component missing from AI technology
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Maggie Considine
UX Researcher
Maggie brings a background in psychology and human factors research with experience in both qualitative and quantitative methods. Her experience as a behavioral therapist, where she gathered insights from children with Autism, and working with neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s and Dementia, translates to a unique passion for product accessibility and usability. Maggie has a BA in Psychology from Butler University.
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Something unique about you summed up in one sentence:
I worked as a behavioral therapist for children with Autism and they taught me just as much, if not more, than I taught them.
Your favorite part of working at Bold Insight:
The atmosphere! Everyone is so kind and always willing to help you get to where you want to be!
Favorite quote:
“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel” ~Maya Angelou
Your favorite city in the world is...and why?
Chicago! There’s always something going on, but it is also where my friends and family are.
You cannot start the day without doing this:
Snoozing my “early” alarm at least once.
Your ultimate celebrity dinner party guest list would include:
Jason Derulo, Ryan Reynolds, Luke Combs, and Mariska Hargitay
Best piece of advice you’ve been given:
Learn to forgive and forget.
What fictional family would you like to join?
The Madrigal family
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