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Looking for an UX design mentor: Donal's career change at 52

A mentor in UX design could help Donal with a portfolio, interviews and first-job strategy.

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Donal Higgins
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Cork
I have worked as a stay-at-home parent for 12 years, and I'm 52. After being laid off, I decided to move into UX design, and I have completed a bootcamp. What I'm missing is someone who has walked this path: feedback on my CV and LinkedIn profile, a realistic view of the job market in Munster, and a sounding board when things feel overwhelming. I'm hoping for one 45-minute video call a month for six months, plus the occasional email question. I'll bring specific questions and I won't waste your time. All I can offer back is my thanks, and I'll mentor someone else once I'm settled. Thank you for reading my story.
effort
45 minutes a month
format
Online or by phone
skills
industry experience, patience, honest feedback
#mentoring#career-change#career#employment

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  • Ravi S. Naidu 🇮🇳 ID verifiedAccepted

    I live about 16 km from Cork. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Happy to chat first.

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  • Yupin Isaree Sukhum

    best of luck, Donal. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Wish I lived closer to Breda so I could bring a meal.

    • Derek Ellis

      So sorry you're going through this, Donal. Your post was clear and honest. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Take care.

      • Mahnoor Zoya Qureshi

        Keep going, Donal. Gave what I could, wish it was more. It's not much but it's yours. Blessings.

        • Everett W. Schwartz

          Praying for you, Donal. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. I'm in social work myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.

          • Masud Faruk Talukder

            Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Thinking of Cork

            • Mustafa Waleed Khalil

              keep going, Donal. Gave what I could, wish it was more.

              • Eyob Mulugeta Belay

                Hang in there. Small businesses are the heart of Cork. Hope you're open again soon.

                • Sudip Magar

                  Sending love, Donal. Hope the shop reopens soon. Put this on a community board in Los Angeles this morning. Take care

                  • Jocelyn R. ParkerPhoto verified

                    Stay strong, Donal. I hope things turn around soon. Love from Warangal.

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