Mentoring
Accelerate your design career with personalized guidance from a hiring manager.
What I can help with
Portfolio reviews
Make your work stand out to hiring managers with targeted feedback on case studies, presentation, and storytelling.
Mock interviews
Practice with a hiring manager's perspective. Get comfortable presenting your work and answering tough questions.
Career strategy
Navigate transitions, negotiate offers, and build a roadmap for your next career milestone.
Leadership coaching
Develop the skills to lead design teams, manage stakeholders, and drive strategic initiatives.
Testimonials
"During portfolio critiques, Eli offered sharp insights into my work and provided actionable solutions for improvement. His continuous encouragement, guidance, and proactive assistance in expanding my career opportunities have been invaluable. He never tires of answering questions related to my professional journey, always providing direct and insightful responses that help navigate challenges and clarify perspectives. Having such a seasoned and generous mentor is a stroke of luck in my career."
Julianna
Product designer, Helcim
"I cannot overstate how helpful Eli's feedback was during my job search. I left our session with an understanding of how hiring managers think, the keys to best showcase my skills and experience in my application materials, and a gold mine of tips for standing out amongst other applicants. Eli's mentorship sessions are so valuable because of his extensive industry experience, which he was able to distill into succinct, actionable feedback tailored to my career goals. I would highly recommend his sessions for anyone looking for a knowledgeable, supportive mentor."
Kim
Product designer, GoDaddy
"Working with Eli has been transformative for my design career. His practical insights into portfolio presentation and interview preparation gave me the confidence to pursue senior-level positions. The career strategy discussion helped me identify my strengths and map out a clear path forward. I appreciate how he combines industry expertise with genuine care for his mentees' success."
Miles
Product designer, Freelance
Climate impact
25% of every session fee supports carbon removal through Stripe Climate. Your investment in career growth contributes to climate action.
Financial assistance
If you're a student or facing financial constraints, please reach out. I'm committed to making mentorship accessible.
Professional boundaries: As a hiring manager at Maven Clinic, sessions cannot provide advantages in our hiring process and focus on general career development.