Design coaching & advising service
Interested in being a mentee? Want detailed opinions on your work?
Outside my day job, I actively mentor, coach, and advise designers and startups. Read on for more details and how to get in touch.
My commitment to you
- I promise to help you reach your best potential, with direct, respectful communication and feedback
- I won't always have the answer, but we'll work through your issues together. It's best to think of me not as your instructor, but as your guide
- I believe that learning by doing is the best way to acquire wisdom. I can help you by formulating your goals and motivating you to find your path
We can chat about…
- The design industry: How I got here; B2B vs B2C; information for early designers; tips for career-switchers
- Job hunting: Portfolio advice; interviews (STAR method); portfolio presentations (storytelling, confidence, persuasion); solving design exercises; practice sessions; salary negotiation
- Career planning: Value map; growth plan; how to navigate change
- Teamwork: Conflict management; communication; presenting research & design
- People Management: Recruiting; motivating people; team processes & rituals; scaling; performance management; giving feedback
- Critique & advice: Project design critique; design patterns; design processes; hiring & building a design team
- Other problem-solving: Bring me an issue and we'll work through it together
Please note:
- Opinions are my own and do not reflect those of my employer(s)
- This is not a channel to acquire referral, more information, or special treatment in any open job