It used to be simple: you were a UX researcher, a designer, a content strategist. You picked your lane and went deep. But in 2025, the...

As a coach (and former hiring manager/panel member), I’ve reviewed hundreds of interview presentations. So many talented candidates with...

September is here, and so is the hiring surge. It’s the time of year when decision-makers return from summer vacations, and teams push...

How do hiring managers determine a candidate’s seniority? You might think years of experience or previous titles, but in reality, those...

If there’s one thing that takes down even strong designers in a whiteboard challenge, it’s time. Everyone walks in with good intentions — “I’ll show two design directions and discuss trade-offs.” But reality hits fast: 45 minutes later, they’ve barely finished one version, and the conversation feels rushed. I’ve coached over 200 designers through whiteboard mock sessions, and more than half of them stumbled not because of weak ideas, but because they ran out of time. The good

Many website platforms like Webflow, Framer, and Wix already include basic analytics, but when your job search slows down, it’s time to dig deeper. By layering Google Analytics, Hotjar, or Microsoft Clarity onto your portfolio — even if it’s vibe coded — you can finally see how recruiters and hiring managers really interact with your site. From session replays and funnel analysis to heatmaps and A/B tests, analytics turn your portfolio into a living, data-informed product tha

"I always use the STAR method for conflict stories, it flows well, so why do I keep failing second interviews?" This was the first...

In today's tough job market, many of my clients are pursuing multiple career paths—exploring roles across Product Management (PM), UX...

Let’s be honest—your UX case presentation might be the most important part of the interview process. Why? Because it’s usually your first...

Have you ever wondered why your job search feels stuck, even after hours on job boards? Or how a recruiter reached out about a role that...

If you're preparing for a portfolio review, a big interview, or a surprise “So… what have you been working on?” chat with your skip-level...

We’ve all encountered both good and bad salespeople. The bad ones launch straight into a pitch without understanding your needs—making...

In today’s market, roles are more specialized than ever. Hiring managers aren’t just looking for smart, capable people—they’re searching...

AI has quickly become a game-changer in the job search process. With just a bit of clever prompt engineering, you can unlock advanced...

If you've ever been asked, "Why do you want to work here?" or "What drew you to this role?" and thought... "Honestly? I need a job and...

In nearly every product-focused interview—whether you’re a PM, UX Designer, UX Researcher, or Data Scientist—you’re likely to be asked a...

A job seeker is like a company or an organization; you should have a clear positioning in your target market , and that position needs to...

When it comes to networking, many — especially international students and immigrants — have negative thoughts (because this was me too!)...

Most of you guys are familiar with Amazon’s STAR framework for behavioral interview questions - Situation, Task, Action, Result .  STAR ...

When you hear the word management , you probably picture a boss delegating to their team. But here’s the truth: managing down  is only...