So much of UX career advice is aimed at juniors.
But what about the experienced designers? The ones who’ve ‘made it’ and are still asking, what’s next?
In this episode of the UX Growth Podcast, I sat down with Mel, a UX career coach who specializes in helping senior ICs and design leaders navigate career transitions, burnout, layoffs, confidence gaps, and the mental blocks that quietly hold us back.
We talked about:
✅ Why burnout isn’t just about workload
✅ How senior UXers can figure out what truly comes next
✅ Networking (without the cringe)
✅ Why resumes, portfolios, and LinkedIn alone won’t move the needle
✅ Confidence, imposter syndrome, layoffs, and how to bounce back
Mel has coached designers from Google, Meta, and Amazon and yet, even those top performers wrestle with doubt.
That really stuck with me.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, lost after a layoff, or unsure what kind of impact you want to make next this one’s for you.
P.S. You’ll love Mel’s parting message about how your UX career is your most important product. Don’t miss it.
How to Support Mel:
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meltemnaz/
Website: https://www.careerwithmel.com/
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