Accelerate your design career 🚀

As a hiring manager with 15+ years of experience, I know what makes designers stand out. Get personalized guidance to unlock your next milestone.

What I can help with

Get unstuck and land your next role

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Portfolio reviews — Make your work stand out to hiring managers
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Mock interviews — Practice with a hiring manager's perspective
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Career strategy — Navigate transitions and level up
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Leadership coaching — Build skills to lead design teams
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Professional boundaries: As a hiring manager at Maven Clinic, sessions cannot provide advantages in our hiring process and focus on general career development.

Testimonials

Some kind words from mentees đŸ’Ŧ

Julianna
Product designer, Helcim

"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."

Kim
Product designer

"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."

Miles
Product designer

"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."

Nilomee
UX Designer, Tech Startup

"Eli's mentorship came at a pivotal moment in my career transition into UX design. His ability to break down complex design concepts and provide structured feedback on my portfolio was incredibly valuable. The mock interview session prepared me thoroughly for the real thing, and his industry connections opened doors I didn't even know existed. His guidance has been instrumental in my professional growth."

Yoel
Product designer

"Eli cuts straight to what matters. In two sessions, he completely changed how I think about hiring conversations and how I tell my story. He genuinely cared about my success, even making a thoughtful introduction along the way. His feedback was clear, actionable, and helped me land a role I'm really happy with."

Let's work together

I offer flexible options to fit your needs and budget.

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Quick Chat — 30 minutes

Perfect for portfolio reviews, resume feedback, and quick tactical advice.

Portfolio reviewResume feedbackQuick questions
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Deep Dive — 60 minutes

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Ideal for comprehensive career strategy and mock interviews.

Mock interviewsCareer strategyLeadership coachingFollow-up support
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Ongoing Support

For teams, ongoing mentorship, or specialized needs.

Weekly/monthly sessionsTeam workshopsSlack/email support
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Giving back

Climate impact included

25% of every session fee supports carbon removal through Stripe Climate. Your investment in career growth also contributes to climate action.

Need financial assistance? If you're a student or facing financial constraints, please reach out. I'm committed to making mentorship accessible.