Are you considering a career in User Experience/User Interface Design, but have no idea how to navigate the industry to actually land your first role? Or maybe you've taken some courses but still don't feel confident or that your work is good enough?

I totally feel you! I was there and had all of the same questions you've probably had at one time or another. That's why I created this 1:1 coaching program! I also know how frustrating and lonely it can be trying to navigate a new space. So let me help you stop doubting yourself, your work, and your ability to get the results you want. Oh, and did I mention these sessions are 100% custom crafted around your needs?

UX Coaching?

What is UX Coaching?

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My coaching sessions are aimed to help aspiring & entry level UX Designers, UX Researchers, Product Designers & User Interface (UI) Designers feel equipped for everything from putting together a successful portfolio to performing well on the job. These sessions can include but are not limited to topics on: UX career guidance, project feedback, portfolio feedback, advice on bootcamps, interview preparations, issues that have arisen on the job, etc. I am your source of all things UX and UI, so come prepared with your projects, questions, concerns, or anything else you’d like to discuss.

What It's Not!

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1:1 coaching is not intended to be working sessions. The actual work will be done at the conclusion of our call once you have received your feedback and resources document from me, which will include all of your action items. During the sessions, we'll hone in on your pain points, break them down, and you'll receive direction on how to better tackle them in order to reach your goals.

What clients say

"I feel like I have a lot more direction on my road to becoming a UX Designer "

"Ashley was so well prepared for our session. She provided me with great tips & resources. She also gave me some of her personal insights with some real world examples. It was so very valuable to be able to speak with someone in the field and I feel like I have a lot more direction on my road to becoming a UX Designer. Thank you so much!"

What clients say

"She was very knowledgeable and provided quality feedback on my current portfolio"

"The UX Coaching Session with Ashley was great. She was very knowledgeable and provided quality feedback on my current portfolio. She also provided a Google doc with her feedback and additional resources to utilize. The resources have really helped me to improve my skills. I would highly recommend Ashley!"

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TRUST ME, I KNOW

I know how you feel because I was you

I got tired of playing small. I came from a background in interactive arts, however I never learned how to bridge the gap between what I created and those who used it. I also wanted a more meaningful career and simultaneously knew there was more I could do with my design skills.

SO I went for it

Since then I took the leap into UX & never looked back!

After a few years of working as a Graphic Designer, I decided to grab a hold of my career and enrolled into a UX course where I learned the ins and outs of User Experience Design. However, after my course I figured out what it really took to land my first UX role. I learned not only what it meant to present myself through my portfolio, but over phone interviews, in person interviews, etc. I uncovered what it took to get in the door! Because of that, I was able to land two roles at large companies, and you can too!

I’VE BEEN KNOCKING DOWN DOORS EVER SINCE

Since landing my first UX Role I...

Landed another one that I love at a larger company with more responsibilities.

Had the honor of mentoring several clients along their UX journey before I launched my UX coaching service.

Built multiple platforms around my expertise that have over 3,000 unique visitors each month.

Mentored elementary and high school STEM students.

Are you ready to
Finally have that career you jump out of bed for?
You have the power and potential to Design the life you want.
Also, become that amazing UX designer we both know you can be?
Of Course you are!

meet my client STEPHANIE

q: What are youR thoughts on the RESOURCES Ashley provided you at the end of your session?

"It (The working Google Doc) was very helpful. It shows you are invested in our success and really want us to improve. It was nice to have the document as well so I could always refer back to it."

q: How has this coaching program helped you on your path to becoming a User Experience Designer?

"I really appreciate you taking the time to offer me a coaching session. I found your tips and advice to be very helpful and I have already implemented them into my portfolio and work. If I ever need more coaching I will definitely be contacting you. Thanks again!"

this is for you if:

You’re currently applying to UX related roles, but have had trouble landing one.

You've landed a UX job interview but have no clue how to prepare for it.

You've taken a UX related class and or internship but feel you need further development in order to succeed on the job.

You have projects, case studies, etc. that you'd like feedback on.

You're interested in the UX field but would like more information, tips, and advice from someone currently working in the field.

You have a portfolio that needs review or help constructing .

I Approach coaching in three important ways

Empathy

I’ve been right where you are and know how frustrating and time consuming it can be trying to land the roles you want. I’m here to help relieve you of the stress you’ve been under and strategize with you to get to where you want to be.

Empowerment

Gone are the days of feeling like you’re on your own applying for your next UX Design job, prepping for interviews or feeling alone in this process. I remember the days of researching other UX Designers on Linkedin trying to understand the path they took to land their opportunities. During this process I will help equip you with the know-how to get out there confidently and go for what you want. YOU too can do this.

Enjoyment

Trust me, this process will be fun! So embrace where you are now in your journey and let’s have a ball getting you to where you want to be.

How it Works

Let’s get to know each other. I want to know who you are, where you are in your UX journey, what you already know, what information you need to achieve your goals, etc. Below is a short survey that will allow us to do just that. Upon completion of the survey, I’ll be in touch with next steps for a free short 10 minute 1:1 call. From there, we’ll work together to figure out which of my services work best for you!

Your investment

About the "Mini"

Are you in need of fundamental UX career guidance? Or are you still wondering if this is the career path for you? With this option, you'll receive a career path plan filled with resources to get you on your way to beginning or furthering your career in UX. Whether you have taken UX related courses but aren’t sure what to do next, or just need more information on your options within the field, this 30 minute session is essential. This is your chance to come with all of the questions you've been wanting answers to that only a UX career professional can answer.

We can talk:
  • Contemplating a career in UX
  • Info on career paths within UX
  • What to expect in a UX role
  • Pro's and Con's of a UX Designer
  • What goes into a UX Portfolio
  • Whatever's on your brain!
There's more...

Finish the session with a UX/UI career path plan fully tailored to your needs!

You may use this session to not only get your questions answered, but also to see if my Single, Monthly, or On Going sessions are for you!

All Calls will take place over ZOOM video conferencing with recorded sessions for you to listen back anytime, anywhere.

Your investment

$130 USD

Serious Inquiries Only. Your application will be reviewed and is subject to be declined.

My 1:1 sessions have been some of my most rewarding work to date as I've gotten to see my clients grow and achieve their goals in such short amounts of time. I'd love to work with you and see you become one of my clients I rave about. I can't wait to talk to you.

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About the "Single"

Use this laser-focused, one hour workshop to gain clarity on your biggest UX pain point. Perfect for interview preparation and portfolio reviews, this single coaching session is intended to give you that boost you've been needing to feel confident about applying for your next UX opportunity. End the session with clear action items and resources as you continue to work towards your goals.

We can talk:
  • UX portfolio reviews
  • Project feedback
  • Prepping for UX interviews
  • What to expect in a UX role
  • New to navigating the tech space
  • Whatever's on your brain!
There's more...

You may use this session to not only dive into your topics, but also to see if my Monthly, or On Going sessions are for you! At the conclusion of your session, you'll receive a working document from me on my assessment of where you are based on the topics covered in our session. That document will also include action items to help you reach your goals. This may include but is not limited to: a written assessment of your portfolio as a whole and what you can do to enhance it, feedback on projects, feedback on case studies, UI design pointers, etc.

All calls will take place over ZOOM video conferencing platform with recorded sessions for you to listen back anytime, anywhere.

Your investment

$149 USD

Serious Inquiries Only.

My 1:1 sessions have been some of my most rewarding work to date as I've gotten to see my clients grow and achieve their goals in such short amounts of time. I'd love to work with you and see you become one of my clients I rave about. I can't wait to talk to you.

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About monthly coaching

Are you in need of a further development in a few different areas in order to feel confident landing that role you can’t stop thinking about? Maybe you have projects that need reworking, or even a case study that you’re not sure fully gets your point across. I’ve been there. We’ll work together each session to ensure all of your pain points are addressed, as well as that each week you are working towards your goals. At the conclusion of each session, you'll have action items to work towards for your next session. During that next session, we'll discuss your work, you'll be given feedback, and we'll move on to your next topic.

We can talk:
  • UX portfolio reviews
  • Project feedback
  • Reworking Projects
  • What to expect in a UX role
  • Prepping for UX interviews
  • Strengthening research skills
  • Strengthening user testing skills
  • Whatever's on your brain!
A Sample "monthly" session

Week 1 - Portfolio review. Formatting your portfolio for presenting during interviews

Week 2 - Project review. Reviewing, reworking and adding projects if necessary from briefs I'll provide.

Week 3 – Conversation around what to expect in a UX role & case study review

Week 4 - Interview preparation

There's more...

Prior to your first session, you'll receive a custom coaching plan tailored to your needs.

Limitless Slack messages for feedback during the duration of your monthly session with email support to follow at the conclusion of your service.

All calls will take place over ZOOM video conferencing with recorded sessions for you to listen back anytime, anywhere.


Your investment

$997 USD

Four payment plans of $249.25 are available as well. Serious inquiries only.

My 1:1 sessions have been some of my most rewarding work to date as I've gotten to see my clients grow and achieve their goals in such short amounts of time. I'd love to work with you and see you become one of my clients I rave about. I can't wait to talk to you.

About the "on Going"

Do you find that several of your projects, case studies, retrospectives, etc. are in need of further development? If this sounds familiar, these sessions will serve as the bridge to help you strengthen your work, as well as gain confidence in those areas. Lay your worries about not feeling confident in your work to rest. Unlike Monthly sessions that work to further develop a few of your needs, On Going sessions take a deeper dive into numerous areas in order to get you prepared for landing your dream role! At the conclusion of each session, you'll have action items to work towards the following session. During that session, we'll discuss your work, you'll be given feedback, and we'll move on to your next topic.

We can talk:
  • Contemplating a career in UX
  • Info on career paths within UX
  • New to navigating the tech space
  • What to expect in a UX role
  • Understanding the UX process
  • Strengthening user testing skills
  • Strengthening research skills
  • Case study review
  • UI Design Feedback
  • Whatever's on your brain!
a sample "on going" session

Week 1 - Revisiting UX research in your projects. Tightening up your skills and applying them to your existing work.

Week 2 - UI Design Feedback along with tips and tricks.

Week 3 - Refining usability testing skills. Tightening up on user testing to set your projects up for success.

Week 4/5 - Portfolio and project review. Formatting your portfolio for presenting during interviews. Reviewing, reworking and adding projects if necessary from briefs I'll provide.

Week 6 - Conversation around what to expect in a UX role & case study review

Week 7 – Resume review along with how to sell yourself in an interview and presenting your portfolio and assets under time constraints.

Week 8 - Interview preparation to land your dream job!

there's more...

We'll work together to bridge the gap between what you already know about UX and where you need to be to land your dream role!

Prior to your first session, you'll receive a custom coaching plan tailored to your needs.

Limitless Slack messages for feedback during the duration of your monthly session with email support to follow at the conclusion of your service.

All calls will take place over ZOOM video conferencing with recorded sessions for you to listen back anytime, anywhere.

Your investment

$1600 USD

Or Monthly Payment Plan of $800 USD for 2 months.

Serious Inquiries Only.

My 1:1 sessions have been some of my most rewarding work to date as I've gotten to see my clients grow and achieve their goals in such short amounts of time. I'd love to work with you and see you become one of my clients I rave about. I can't wait to talk to you.

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how it works?

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1.

What are you waiting for? Click the button below to book your session. Upon choosing a date and time, I'll confirm if that time works for me. If not I'll reply with another suggested time.

Take the Survey
2.

After booking your session you'll receive a link for a "New Client UX Coaching" Survey. Fill out the survey with as much detail as you can and submit the form. This form must be submitted at least 72 hours prior to your session.

Finish With Action Items
3.

At the conclusion of your session, you'll have a clear understanding of your areas of focus. If you sign up for "monthly" or "ongoing" service, you'll have action items to complete prior to our next session. If not, you'll have a list of short and long term action items to help you reach your desired goals. You will have a list of resources you might need to assist you, as well.

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