An Interview with Yulhee Kim: The Pulse of Progress at PulsePoint
Yuhlee Kim
UX Designer
Yulhee Kim is a talented UX Designer at PulsePoint, where she has been contributing her expertise for nearly four years. With a passion for creating intuitive, user-centered designs, Yulhee is driven by the goal of delivering clear and meaningful experiences that resonate with users. She holds a Master of Arts in Web Design & New Media from the Academy of Art University and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Advertising from Hallym University.
Before joining PulsePoint, Yulhee gained valuable experience as a UX/UI Design Intern at Divercity in Los Angeles, and as a Marketing Specialist in Seoul, South Korea. Her diverse background in design and marketing allows her to bring a unique, holistic approach to her work.
Yulhee is always eager to learn and embrace new methodologies, continuously expanding her skills to stay at the forefront of design innovation. Her drive, creativity, and commitment to crafting exceptional user experiences make her a key asset to the PulsePoint team.
Intern: What motivated you to pursue a career in this industry, and how did you first get started?
Yulhee: After I got married, I moved to the San Francisco Bay Area. Many of the people I met were engineers and UX designers. At that time, I was really into drawing illustrations, which led me to explore design as a potential career. I realized that UX design could be a great fit for me, so I decided to study it in graduate school and eventually landed a job.
Intern: What do you think is the biggest issue facing women in the business world today?
Yulhee: One of the biggest problems women face today is lower economic participation compared to men. I think this causes many issues, such as the glass ceiling, where women are underrepresented in leadership roles, the term 'working mom,' which is not commonly used for men, wage imbalance, where women earn less than men for similar roles, and workplace safety such as sexual harassment.
Intern: Have you ever encountered gender bias or discrimination in your career, and how did you navigate that?
Yulhee: I’ve been lucky so far and haven’t encountered gender bias or discrimination, but if I do face it someday, I would seek support from mentors or colleagues. Until then, I have the safety and support to stay focused on doing my job well. By continuing to perform at my best in my work, I believe I can help eliminate gender bias in my field.
Intern: Who are the women (or female role models) who have inspired you, and in what ways?
Yulhee: It’s the women around me, especially those who work hard in the same field, who truly inspire me. While public figures can be inspiring, such as celebrities you see in the media, it's the women in my day-to-day life—those I can discuss challenges with and share experiences—who inspire me the most. They offer valuable insights, especially on balancing work and motherhood.
Intern: What advice would you give to young women just starting out in your field?
Yulhee: Don’t be afraid, trust yourself, and be confident. I once read that men tend to be more confident at work than women are. It can lead to women missing opportunities because of self doubt and fear. In the end, I’ve found that my fears haven’t been realized when I strived for more, so I’m learning to be more confident as well.
Intern: What does International Women’s Day mean to you?
Yulhee: International Women's Day means recognizing the hard work and progress that many people have made in the fight for women's rights. It’s also a reminder of how much still needs to be done. It's a day to reflect on our achievements and the work ahead to achieve full equality.