February 24, 2024
Cathy
Partnering with Earl has been a game changer for me as I’ve been trying to get back into the job market after being with the same firm for less than 10 years. Earl is a fantastic mentor with deep expertise and one of the most compassionate and empathetic human beings you will meet.
I struggled with decision paralysis, not knowing what I was doing right or wrong and how to present myself effectively. I needed someone who could guide me, someone with deep expertise in, particularly in big tech, who understood the market’s competitiveness and how to navigate it. That’s when I turned to Earl.
He quickly understood where I came from and devised a game plan. In just three months, he helped me reach an elevated level that I had been struggling to achieve for nine months. Earl’s guidance was exactly what I needed to make my materials competitive. He provided top-tier detail and thoughtfulness; his resources were a goldmine of education.
His response time was quick, and his feedback was strategic, thoughtful, and descriptive. He challenged me to do my best and didn’t allow me to settle while also giving me grace where I needed it. He was receptive to my goals and graciously pivoted when I needed to shift priorities.
Earl was my constant and tireless cheerleader, and each session with him was like my private masterclass. I appreciate his grace and mentorship as he guided me through this daunting and lonely experience, especially when you’re one in a million in a highly competitive job market that is continuously evolving. Working with Earl made me realize I had even more capabilities to offer that were now effectively communicated and present. I am proud of our work together, and it’s fantastic to see how much progress I made thanks to Earl’s guidance.
December 8, 2023
Rena
The experience was fantastic! Earl offered many insightful suggestions on my career plan. The session was super inspiring!
November 20, 2023
Alena
Being mentored by Earl has been incredibly helpful. Earl structures mentorship very well, tailoring it to your individual needs. Moreover, Earl stands out for providing comprehensive guides for almost every topic. As a person who loves structuring things, I couldn’t be more delighted by that top-notch approach! Even when my motivation falters, Earl goes above and beyond to guide and push me forward with detailed feedback and positive attitude, helping me steadily make progress towards my goals. I highly recommend Earl as an amazing UX mentor for helpful guidance and meaningful progress.
November 7, 2023
David
Earl is an outstanding mentor! I have had the pleasure of being mentored by Earl over the past 5 months and I have nothing but amazing things to say about my experience. I am transitioning into UX design from a graphic design background and Earl has been my guiding light through this entire process. If you are looking for someone who has top-level knowledge, is always responsive, and understands your individual needs as a mentee Earl is the one.
Since working with Earl I have developed a portfolio with 4 case studies and even landed contracted UX work that has become an additional source of income while I continue my transition to become a full-time UX designer. As with any mentorship you need to be ready to make the most of your time together and if you are ready to put the work in, Earl will match your effort and then some. I hope many more mentees have the ability to learn and work with Earl, it is an invaluable experience and has undoubtedly been one of the best decisions I have made during my career transition.
October 23, 2023
Dhruv
There are numerous remarkable aspects to having Earl as a mentor, and I’d love to share my experience. I was initially quite confused and uncertain about my UX concepts, my portfolio was a complete mess, and my confidence in my work was at its lowest. Then, I had the opportunity to connect with Earl. Right from the start, his approach to evaluating your skills is truly exceptional. It’s a level of insight and guidance that you won’t find in any college or bootcamp. Earl is incredibly prompt in providing feedback and goes above and beyond to address any questions you may have. He is not only an exceptionally kind mentor but also super resourceful.
Every interaction with Earl is full of positivity, and you invariably learn something new after each mentoring session. His meticulous attention to detail and his knack for gently steering you in the right direction are like no other. I cannot emphasize enough how highly I recommend him. If you ever find yourself lost in a tunnel of confusion, overwhelm, or self-doubt, or intimidation, or just all of it together, Earl is the guiding light that will help you navigate the process.
October 22, 2023
Ding
Earl is amazing! Earl is truly dedicated to helping you excel in your job search. He’s an exceptional mentor and leader who encourages you to boost your leadership skills and enhance your abilities. Thanks to Earl, I, having been in the US for just a year, feel more confident in finding the right job. I’m immensely grateful for all his support.
October 22, 2023
Dakshya
Earl is the BESSSST. He provides excellent guidance outside of the bi-weekly calls that empower me to work very independently while knowing that his quality feedback is only an email away. He is super responsive and helpful in his correspondence. After months of feeling stuck in my current job, I finally feel like I have direction with my case studies and am on my way to leveling up my career. Thank you, Earl!
October 2, 2023
Kenneth
Earl has been such a helpful mentor for me. He guided me thoroughly to help level up my design skills and portfolio.
September 20, 2023
Dana
Earl is a FANTASTIC mentor and person. I was so lost trying to navigate my transition to the UX field, and I wish I had found him earlier. He is an exceptional mentor who excels in communication and truly listens. He always provides detailed feedback that helps me look at things differently. Earl is always responsive and supportive, and he is always quick to respond to my emails, providing resources that are always useful, organized, and very detailed. I highly recommend him as a UX mentor; his expertise, communication, and positive attitude make him an excellent guide for anyone in the UX design field.
September 19, 2023
Thomas
Working with Earl been awesome! I’ve been working with Earl for about 2 months. Earl’s guiding me in updating my resume and portfolio. What stands out about his mentoring style is his ability to blend structured frameworks with a hands on, empathic approach tailored to my experiences and goals. After each session, I always have a clear understanding of next steps and the reasoning behind them. Earl’s method is inquisitive, personalized, and collaborative. It’s evident that he has a genuine passion for giving back to the UX community and sharing his knowledge. Highly recommended!
September 19, 2023
Marilia
Earl’s mentorship has been great. He is really caring, helping me to understand my goals and how to get them. It is really impressive how prepared he is for any question or thing I ask him, and he is amazing at documentation, which in itself is a huge learning for me, but also helps me greatly because I can refer to extra resources that he shares. The sessions we are having together are helping me to get even more excited about my work, now that I’m starting to see where I want to go. I’m really pleased with the mentorship, and would 100% recommend if you’re looking for a mentor that will help you in every step of the way of your UX career.
September 17, 2023
Jackeline
Earl has been nothing but outstanding during our mentorship ever since the trial period began. We are now almost at our 3rd month of mentorship and he’s provided me with SOLID guidance on how to source projects to build my UX portfolio and provided many templates that helped me with some research, presentations and resume building. I am 100% certain my progress in transitioning to the UX field has been as pain-free as it can get because I’ve had a mentor like Earl guiding me on the way.
September 18, 2023
Carson
Earl has made a tremendous impact on my life and the trajectory of my career as a designer. Earl is truly a unique person with an amazing depth and breadth of knowledge in his field. One aspect of his approach is his skills as a listener.
He was patient and encouraging when listening to the specific problems I was trying to solve and gave advice that was practical and easy to follow. While meeting with Earl, it felt like he was truly giving 100% of his attention and time to me. He was always quick to respond to emails and messages and gave examples and resources that were always detailed and useful. Earl’s mentorship was an invaluable presence guiding me through challenges and pushing me to exceed my own expectations. For anyone aspiring to delve into the world of UX/UI, I wholeheartedly recommend Earl Friedberg. His mentorship is not just an education; it’s an experience that will shape your career. Thank you, Earl, for the knowledge, guidance and above all, unwavering belief in my potential
September 16, 2023
Jun Oh
Earl is literally a godsend. In my experience, Earl has an answer for every question you might have about UX and the industry. He has an incredible amount of knowledge and resources that have come in so handy for me as someone who is transitioning into UX from another field. Resume improvements, portfolio reviews, recruiting prep, internship guide – Earl does it all, and more! Very pleased with my experience!
September 13, 2023
Shraddha
It’s been amazing working with Earl. He is well-organized and detail-oriented, I wish I could have found out about him sooner. I really struggled to find a proper direction while I was applying for jobs and wasn’t sure where I was going wrong. Earl was able to help me navigate and showed me the direction. He is amazing very friendly, approachable, and worth the time.
August 7, 2023
Yves
Earl is an exceptional mentor! Getting UX mentorship from him was transformative for me. His meticulous approach and swift feedback truly refined my design skills. His devotion to helping you grow is exceptional and I wholeheartedly recommend Earl for anyone seeking to enhance their UX expertise.
July 10, 2023
Natalie
Earl has been my mentor since I just started my UX journey. He taught me from 0, taught me what, why, how, and what good design looks like. Because of his guide, a girl, who had no confidence in design at all, became the one holding an offer from big companies. He helped me grow, being stronger, being more professional. I don’t have the language ability to express my gratitude to him. Undoubtedly, Earl is the BEST mentor.
There’s 2 reasons: 1. He’s extremely resourceful & knowledgeable. Whenever you have any questions, he would answer like having prepared for long time. He often has tons of resources, like Doraemon with a universe in his pocket. 2. He’s the most empathetic mentor I have ever seen. UX job hunting is never an easy work, especially in current market.
Sometimes you not only need an experienced mentor who can provide accurate, professional feedback, but also give you support when encountering setbacks. He’s warm, kind, supportive. With his constant encouragement, I gained the courage and confidence to face frustration. I believe you would never regret to choose him as your mentor, since these characteristics are very rare.
July 11, 2023
James
Earl’s unparalleled mentoring combines e-meetings, offline reviews, targeted activities, and custom guides for optimal interview performance and portfolio development. Under his guidance, my portfolio flourished, honing my design skills and transforming my journey. Earl’s unique perspective as a designer, hiring manager, and recruiter enriches his well-rounded approach. His exceptional responsiveness ensures prompt support, eliminating learning hurdles. With a wealth of real-world experience, Earl equips me with invaluable industry insights and skills for professional success.
July 9, 2023
Nick
Earl is amazing – supportive, communicative, responsive, organized and empathetic.
June 30, 2023
Sarah
Earl was an exceptional mentor who greatly enhanced my interviewing and presentation skills. Previously, I was only successful in about 10% of my interviews despite having all the skills and experience that companies were looking for, but thanks to your guidance, I experienced a noticeable improvement. Now I am successfully passing almost every interview I conduct. In just two weeks, I have completed at least five interviews with positive results. Earl’s guidance was fundamental in my progress and I am extremely grateful for his invaluable support.
July 6, 2023
Joe
Earl is an exceptional mentor. His industry knowledge and deep organizational skills are truly unmatched. But more importantly, Earl deeply cares about understanding and helping others. He takes the time to deeply listen and get to know his mentees, their goals, needs and situation. He then helps them formulate an individualized plan to find success. I highly recommend Earl as a Mentor. His process is so organized and detailed that you will grow, learn, and work towards your goals very quickly – and you’ll make a fantastic new friend along the way!
May 29, 2023
Livia
Earl is an amazing mentor who has made a tremendous impact on my journey. Words can’t fully express how grateful I am for his guidance. Instead of gushing about how awesome he is, let me share some of the facts he has helped me achieve: I had never worked in a US company before, and my English skills were around a 5 out of 10.
Thanks to Earl’s support, I landed a job at a FAANG company! Once I joined my current company, Earl played a key role in helping me quickly get up to speed in my new role. Whenever I had a question, Earl always had the answer. His knowledge and expertise have been invaluable. I can’t thank Earl enough for his mentorship. He has truly made a positive impact on my professional growth and development.
June 6, 2023
Yves
I have the privilege of being mentored by Earl Friedberg through Mentor Cruise, and I must say it was an exceptional find. Earl’s thoroughness and attention to detail in his feedback are remarkable. He meticulously reviews my work, providing insightful suggestions that really help me improve my UX skills significantly. On top of that, Earl’s prompt responses are a testament to his dedication and commitment as a mentor. I can’t recommend Earl enough as a UX mentor for anyone seeking expert guidance, valuable insights and looking to grow in this amazing field.
April 26, 2023
Akila
Earl has helped me immensely in the year we’ve been working together. He is a steadfast and encouraging mentor. He always nudged me in the direction I needed to go.
I cannot say enough nice things about Earl. He is a wonderful mentor and someone that I am honored to have met. Highly recommend for anyone looking to get into the highly competitive UX Job Market!
May 26, 2023
Nikita
Got a ton of value from Earl, I would highly recommend him for anyone that has questions about UX design.
April 16, 2023
Gemma
Earl is an exceptional UX mentor who possesses both an impressive depth of knowledge and an infectious enthusiasm for the field. Plus, he’s incredibly fast at responding, making communication with him a breeze! He’s a natural teacher who truly cares about his mentee’s growth and development, and he’s always happy to answer questions and offer feedback to help us improve. I can’t recommend him highly enough!
April 14, 2023
Nidhi
I have loved working with Earl so far and highly recommend him as a mentor! 🙂 He is super responsive to all of my questions and always has a clear answer as to how I can achieve my goals. So far he has helped me revamp my resume, gain real world experience and practice interview questions. He is also super positive and supportive which makes me excited to speak with him every time!
April 14, 2023
Anca
I highly recommend Earl as a mentor. He is well-prepared, supportive, and has a refreshingly positive attitude. I started the mentorship program during a difficult period in my career, and I needed not only career advice but also assurance that success was possible.
Earl has been immensely helpful with both. Earl has shared valuable insights about career strategy, which have helped me to set achievable goals and develop a plan for my professional growth. With Earl’s guidance, I feel more confident and motivated than ever before.
April 14, 2023
Austin
Earl is an outstanding mentor! When I started working with him, my goal was simply to receive feedback on my career transition plan after being laid off. But, I was pleasantly surprised to discover that Earl possesses a wealth of knowledge and experience and a range of extremely helpful documents that can be useful regardless of one’s career path. Earl always brings a cheerful, motivating attitude to our sessions; his personal experience adds practical insight. With mentorship, you get what you put in, and Earl’s got your back! I feel lucky to have found Earl and to have had his support during this transitional period. Support: Revamped ATS Resume, Reviewed Linkedin, and assisted with a case study.
March 31, 2023
Lilian
I feel incredibly fortunate to have Earl as my UX mentor. Without hesitation, I can say that he has been instrumental in helping me clarify my career path and identify my skill sets. His guidance and support have been invaluable to me throughout this process, and I am grateful for his expertise. Not only has Earl helped me identify my strengths, but he is also coaching me through challenges and preparing me for interviews.
His wealth of experience in the UX industry is evident in his ability to provide constructive feedback and guidance. I truly appreciate his willingness to share his knowledge and expertise with me. Overall, I would highly recommend Earl to anyone seeking mentorship and guidance in the UX industry. His dedication to his mentees and his passion for the field make him an exceptional mentor. I am grateful to have the opportunity to work with him, and I am confident that others will benefit from his mentorship as much as I have.
March 13, 2023
Saish
Earl is an incredible mentor who has had a profound impact on my personal and professional life. He has been there for me every step of the way, from helping me prepare for interviews to landing a job at a FAANG company. Earl’s kindness and wisdom have been a source of motivation for me to strive for excellence, and his unwavering support has instilled in me the confidence I need to succeed.
Earl’s vast knowledge and expertise in the fields of UX and strategy are unparalleled. He is always willing to take the time to understand my unique needs and provide tailored resources that are both practical and effective. His responsiveness and willingness to help whenever I have questions or concerns have been invaluable. What I appreciate most about Earl is his positive personality and his approach to mentoring, which is rooted in empathy and understanding. He truly cares about the success of his mentees and has gone above and beyond to help me achieve my goals. Earl is truly one of a kind, and I cannot recommend him enough to anyone who is looking for a dedicated and supportive mentor.
March 29, 2023
Morgan
Working with Earl has been a wonderful experience. Earl is warm and encouraging and a wealth of knowledge. Every time we talk, it feels like picking up with an old friend. And it seems like no matter what I ask about, Earl always has an article or a template to share that will help me think through what I’m trying to do. Earl is also incredibly timely and organized, which is always a breath of fresh air from a mentor.
Even as someone mid-career, with a fair amount of experience of my own, Earl has been a great guide and partner, helping me imagine different paths and think through what I want next from my career. His experience as a leader gives him a lot of insight on what it takes to advance and what I can do to best present myself. I highly recommend Earl as a mentor for folks of all levels!
April 4, 2023
Kayoung
Earl has helped me transition my career to UX, succeed in interviews, and navigate the challenges of my new role as a UX designer adeptly. Through working with Earl, I’ve learned to stand out as a UX designer not only in the interview process but in my current company. He always brings new insights to any topics is extremely proactive in helping me solve problems. Earl’s truly the best mentor you can meet!
March 8, 2023
Malavika
Earl is terrific! If you’re looking to transition into UX or looking to build on existing UX expertise, Earl is the mentor for you. He will provide you with actionable steps to reach your goals, and amazing resources to deepen your learnings. He’ll encourage you to think critically about the kind of designer you want to be and how to leverage your existing skillsets to get you there. Mentors are pivotal for professional growth and Earl’s mentorship continues to be critical in shaping the early stages of my UX career! He’s incredibly thorough in the knowledge he shares and the resources he provides- I always walk away from our sessions with action items, relevant resources and a massive confidence boost!
March 7, 2023
Ankit
I am glad to have Earl as my mentor. He has been a huge asset in guiding me in achieving my professional objectives. His knowledge base is extensive, and he has a gift for explaining difficult concepts in a manner and make it easy to understand. He is always quick to respond to my queries and offers prompt solutions.
This is crucial in mentorship, as it allows for a seamless and effective communication flow. He takes the time to understand my unique situation and offers tailored solutions that are specific to my needs. His expertise, responsiveness, and attention to detail make him an excellent choice for anyone seeking a knowledgeable and supportive mentor.
March 7, 2023
Jerry
I am happy to write this mentor review. I can confidently say that Earl guidance has been invaluable as I transition into UX career. Earl is an excellent communicator and takes the time to provide clarification on any questions I had on my deck and portfolio. Additionally， he has been supportive of my efforts outside of the mentorship， which has been incredibly encouraging. Overall， I am extremely grateful for his feedbacks and guidance.
March 7, 2023
Christina
Earl is a fabulous mentor! When I first found Earl, I was at my lowest career wise. This didn’t stop Earl. His kindness, his honesty, his professional advice coupled with his vast experience in the field of UX and corporate America guided me through this tumultuous time. Both inside and outside of our calls, Earl feedback is always timely, his guidance has pushed me to achieve more, and he is a wealth of knowledge and resources. Everyone needs an Earl!
March 6, 2023
Simon
Earl has been nothing short but a fantastic mentor to me and my team. During calls Earl is very organized and provides great clarity to questions we might have. His wealth of experience and knowledge usually has me taking multiple pages worth of notes as Earl provides a lot of value during our sessions and does so with his unique and positive personality! Outside of calls, Earl responds within the same day to emails and is very reliable. I highly recommend Earl for any stage of your journey.
March 6, 2023
Andriana
Earl is a fantastic mentor. He has in depth UX and design strategy knowledge and experience. His approach is personal and targeted to my needs, his guidance is thoughtful and effective while the resources provided throughout the sessions are very useful. I fully recommend Earl to anyone who is looking for structured guidance tailored to their needs.
March 6, 2023
Yinghan
I have been preparing for more than a year to enter the UX field, but it wasn’t until I met Earl that I finally felt hopeful about my prospects. I have had the privilege of working with Earl as my UX mentor for over three months. From the start, Earl’s extensive knowledge and experience in UX design are evident, and he consistently demonstrates the following: – Earl is an exceptional communicator and attentive listener. He invests time in understanding my goals and aspirations and offers tailored advice and support. – Earl provides insightful feedback that helps me see things from a fresh perspective. He remains patient and willing to address any questions or concerns, even those that aren’t directly related to UX. – Earl’s feedback is practical and actionable. He creates resources for different learning points and challenges, providing me with concrete examples that make implementation straightforward. – Earl’s positive attitude and encouragement make him an outstanding mentor. His support has given me the confidence to tackle even the most daunting challenges. – Earl challenges me to think critically about the project problem and encourages me to explore innovative design solutions. His guidance and training have pushed me to exceed my expectations and reach my full potential. – Earl consistently responds to my inquiries, providing prompt and thoughtful guidance whenever needed. I always feel supported and empowered to succeed with Earl as my mentor. Overall, I am grateful for the opportunity to work with Earl and highly recommend him as a UX mentor. His expertise, communication skills, and positive attitude make him an excellent guide for anyone looking to improve their skills and succeed in UX design.
March 6, 2023
Benny
I highly recommend Earl for anyone looking to transition to UX. He has extensive knowledge and provides practical, useful advice. His input and insights are always clear and never overwhelming. Earl’s energy and enthusiasm are contagious, making every session engaging and fun. 30 min will go by fast but you will leave with clear next steps. Look no further — he’s the mentor you’ve been looking for.
March 5, 2023
Siri
Earl is an amazing, friendly, and knowledgeable mentor! I was feeling a little stagnant in my current role, so I started working with Earl to grow my career. Since then, Earl helped me grow into a leadership role. He guided me to attain and transition into a UX Manager. Earl has been in the industry a long time, so he really knows the industry inside out. He also often has a resource for any topic I asked. Our 1:1 coaching sessions helped me to establish a career strategy and his offline responses have been super helpful for quick responses and reviews. I couldn’t have done it without Earl and would highly recommend him!
March 3, 2023
Sergio
Another incredible session with Earl! He has been a great mentor and provided me with lots of pointed & actionable feedback to help me improve my portfolio presentation. He’s given me a boost of confidence for my upcoming interviews – highly recommend him to anyone looking to level up their interviewing & portfolio presentation skills!
February 20, 2023
Serina
Earl is the best mentor you will ever come across. I’m so grateful for his time, guidance, & input. He really helped me level up my skills and expertise quickly. I would give him 1000 stars if I could! In a few short months, Earl helped me to be seen as a designer with senior level skills & considered for promotion. He allowed me to strategically think about my current projects, as well as, how I can better polish my portfolio. I really hope we can cross paths again in the future. If you are willing to do the work, Earl’s expertise is worth every penny & you’ll soon see yourself set apart from the rest. Thank you so much for everything, Earl!
February 7, 2023
Emily
Earl helped me navigate the interview process while looking for a new design leadership position, set me up for success in my role as Principal Product Designer at a startup, and continues to light the path for me any time I have a question, or could use some guidance from his years of experience. It is always a joy to talk with him and I am impressed at how he can manage to be so helpful to so many people, with effortless poise, positivity and clarity. Earl is an inspiration, continues to be an amazing resource for my design development, and I recommend investing in mentorship with Earl wholeheartedly!!! Lots of gratitude 😀
January 19, 2023
Catherine
I call him Thorough Earl! I was feeling overwhelmed about how to learn UX on my own and how to sort through all the online courses and resources. Earl helped point in the right direction and suggested a few top-tire courses/books as well as exercises he designed himself. He’s incredibly organized and offered documents full of resources he collected on his own. I feel much more focused and confident after only a few meetings with Thorough Earl.
January 19, 2023
Maggie
Came back for a quick session with Earl to discuss specific challenges related to managing IA/navigation changes, and, as usual, left the session with concrete next steps as well as ideas on how to be a great designer in general. Feeling grateful, inspired and invigorated! 😊 Thank you, Earl!
January 10, 2023
Paola
Earl was very diligent, patient, and resourceful for people just starting out within the design field! He is well-versed and connected within the UX Design field, so if you’re looking for a place to start with a great result, he is the mentor you should consider!
January 1, 2023
Lisa
Earl has given valuable design guidance and advice over the past few months. He’s been an amazing mentor and I’ve learned so much on design research best practices and evaluating concepts (esp in a difficult space like healthcare!).
December 19, 2022
Catherine
My time with Earl was short for personal reasons but Earl was an incredible mentor! Earl was fun, caring, easy-going, and well structured. He had guides that helped bring a lot of clarity and confidence to approach various job hunting assets. I wholeheartedly recommend working with Earl!
December 16, 2022
Maria
Earl has been absolutely amazing from start to finish. He has guided me through a path of visual design growth, making me into a more confident and purposeful all round designer.
December 13, 2022
Leo
I am very grateful for the opportunity being mentored by Earl. Early is so nice and helpful. His feedback is spot on in terms of where I should aim to improve. I couldn’t have gotten a better experience than with Earl!
December 11, 2022
Esther
Earl is such a supportive and helpful mentor who not only provides sharp insights but also knows how and where to keep you focused in achieving your goals. I recommend him to anyone who is starting out in their UX career or needs help in identifying and improving weak spots, such as storytelling skills to anything and everything!
December 2, 2022
Eduardo
Earl is a legend! I had a portfolio review with him, and his insights were great; he helped me improve my presentation immensely; Earl played a big part in my landing a job with a big tech company; I highly recommend Earl, and I look forward to working with him again.
November 9, 2022
Yeagyeong
Earl is one of the best mentors I’ve ever seen. Earl is always trying to give you the best feedback and things can be better. I would highly recommend anyone who wants to be a UX Designer!
October 15, 2022
John
Earl is enthusiastic, knowledgeable, organized, and well prepared. Learning from him has been enjoyable and life changing. He will most certainly give you guidance on where you want to go in a highly organized, friendly manner. Do not miss out on this opportunity to learn from him!
October 22, 2022
Maggie
I had the pleasure of working with Earl for almost a year, and I have to say it’s hard to write a summary of everything I like about my experience – there are too many! But I’ll try to share a few of them with you: 1) I think his industry experience & teaching experience are a rare combination that makes him an exceptional mentor. He is really good at asking the right questions to understand my challenges, and articulating his suggestions in very simple and clear language. 2) He is very knowledgeable about the field, and very organized too! If you ask him a question, he most likely has a great article or book recommendation for you. 3) I LOVE his candid feedback on my work and the way I work. Combined with this is his warm and kind personality which makes it a joy to learn from the feedback. 4) As a beginner in the field, I ask a lot of silly questions 😅 He can always spot opportunities to educate and inspire, helping me not only find answers to the questions but also understand the problem on a higher level. I highly recommend his services and look forward to being his mentee again!
October 9, 2022
Michelle
WOW! Earl has been life-changing for my career. This is not hyperbole—I’ve gone from a lowly tactical designer to a high-level strategist. Thanks to Earl, I’ve performed beyond expectations and received the highest marks and bonuses. He has helped me land TWO different jobs, and even helped me negotiate my compensation for the first time. I owe so much to Earl. Thank you for all your mentorship!
September 28, 2022
Jek
Earl is a great mentor. If you need assistance in finding a job or changing careers, he’s the right one for you! Definitely a game changer for me.
September 13, 2022
Serena
Earl is such a knowledgeable, thoughtful, and passionate mentor who had an immediate impact on my job search journey. I was amazed by his wealth of knowledge, resources he provides, and pieces of advice that immensely helped me improve my portfolio, resume, and interviews. He is extremely responsive and always welcomes questions. I can’t recommend more!
September 12, 2022
Maria
It’s about 7 months since I have had Earl as a mentor and my improvement has been exponential. Earl is organized, punctual, caring, all combined with the capacity of giving sharp, helpful feedback. Cannot recommend more.
August 28, 2022
Shiqiu
Earl is one of the best mentors I have ever experienced: professional, enthusiastic and highly responsible. Not everyone’s suggestions are worth taking, but Earl’s constructive suggestions are always worth thinking about. As a junior UX designer who have just changed careers for more than a year, I am very fortunate to meet Earl at the beginning of my career. Earl really makes a good role model for juniors, no matter from a professional perspective or as a person. You should not be surprised by his fast and high-quality replies. Sometimes juniors may easily feel lost, unclear about the standard of “good”. Earl is like a flashing beacon light in the sea, guiding you in the right direction. There’s no need to emphasize how important it is to find the right direction for a junior designer. In summary, Earl is worth 5 star recommendations, he’s greater than your imagination!
August 22, 2022
Min
It is without doubt that Earl is a seasoned, knowledgeable UX expert and a naturally nurturing mentor. Earl applies UX principles in his mentoring sessions, always keeping in mind the unique individual he is working with and tailoring the sessions to the individual’s needs/goals. He always provided me with insightful information and resources I needed to make informed career/design decisions while also allowing me space to explore. Considering a career change can be overwhelming, and Earl has been supportive, patient, and flexible throughout our sessions. I will be seeking his advice when starting job applications and look forward to working with him more.
July 8, 2022
Maryam
Earl has fantastic energy, genuine care and enthusiasm for the mentee. This is very important to me. He has a very graceful way of telling me the path forward in a straightforward way. If I want to pursue something and it’s not a useful approach for me, he has a graceful and gentle way of letting me know and providing better suggestions. Earl does not keep reinventing the wheel and he does not leave you wondering about what was discussed in meetings. He has an excellent system in place to make sure students can always find all the links and information they need to move forward. Thank you Earl!
August 19, 2022
Robert
Earl is wise, generous, and caring mentor. He’s invaluable to anyone seeking to get into or grow in UX.
July 16, 2022
Mariam
Earl is an awesome mentor. He guided me on how to become a UX designer. He is very communicative and gives good feedback too. I appreciate all the advice he has given me. 🙂
July 7, 2022
Steven
I’ve been working with Earl for three months now. And I just can’t stop bragging about him. His passion to help others is very apparent in the way he approaches every single interaction. He is definitely an expert in this field. If you ever ask him any questions, I can guarantee you that he has a google doc with all the answers 🙂 Having this 1-on-1 access to someone like Earl is such an unbelievable opportunity!!!
June 24, 2022
Gang
Through my mentorship with Earl, I’ve secured an awesome job! Usually job interview processes involves multiple rounds and can be very nerve wrecking. However, under the guidance of Earl, it became a pleasant process because he has helped me to thoroughly prepare for each stage of the interview, from HR interview, whiteboarding challenge to the final round interview with senior management or C-suites. Earl is a wonderful mentor with a wealth of experience. He takes time to understand his mentees and provide very insightful and timely advice. His deep knowledge in navigating job interviews will help equip you with the required know-how to ace the toughest interviews. I’ll strongly recommend Earl with both thumbs-up 🙂
June 23, 2022
Andra
Working with Earl was wonderful! He takes his time to understand what your pain points are and how to maximize the time together. What I want to highlight and really appreciate about Earl: he is working WITH you and your personality and is not trying to mold you into someone you are not. Thank you Earl!
May 27, 2022
Bassma
Earl has been amazing so far. Such a sunny disposition and knowledge of the craft. He’s insanely responsive. I actually send an email and within minutes he’s replied which is fantastic! Our collaboration has been going very well and I look forward to more months of mentorship with Earl 🙂
May 14, 2022
Rey
Earl helped me prepare for a series of challenging interviews. Because of his help I ended up getting a number of offers. Earl was genuinely invested in my success. If you want to raise your UX game work with Earl!
May 6, 2022
Natalie
Before Earl, I cannot imagine how good a mentor can be. But he shows me. He’s responsible, friendly, insightful and very professional.
April 28, 2022
Stacey
Earl is undoubtedly the best mentor I’ve ever met. He is exceptionally knowledgeable in UX and the industry and just incredibly pleasant to talk to; He is caring, thoughtful, and kind. It makes every conversation we have very enjoyable, like talking to an old friend. Earl has sharp eyes to spot my strengths and weaknesses, and he offered actionable advice to improve myself. He is also very responsive between each session and answered all my questions in great detail and depth. After my sessions with him, I felt much more explicit about my career path and knew myself better as a UX designer. I highly recommend Earl to any designer at any level and would love to have more mentorship sessions with Earl in the future.
April 20, 2022
Robert
Earl is a gifted mentor and I highly recommend working with him. He helped me land a job with a big tech company after not even getting interviews. Earl’s expert knowledge and practical advice was eye-opening and helped me grow as a designer. I was always looking forward to every session, as he made working together a lot of fun and highly effective at the same time.
April 19, 2022
Karen
Earl is incredibly knowledgeable about the subject, and his feedback was always on point and insightful. In addition, his personality and ability to inspire people made him trustworthy and pleasant to work with. It’s an absolute pleasure.
April 3, 2022
Zoe
Earl supported me a lot during my hardest time, providing multiple learning resources and feedback. He is totally a nice mentor, encouraging me a lot!
March 25, 2022
Nora
Earl is the right mentor for you if you love intellectual challenges and immerse yourself into the deepest levels of UX questions in a very focused way. I was always interested in going behind the challenges and carving out the answers to the “why” questions. I am an intellectual property-jurist-turned-UX designer, and I have been working with Earl since November 2021.
My goal was to have a mentor to support me in my daily challenges at a software company with no UX design experience and where I am the only UX designer as a career changer. First of all, Earl’s beneficial and unique advice provides me with handy and practical solutions to my daily challenges. Earl is giving state-of-art advice based on his long-term career and current position at Google as a UX Design Lead and Instructor at UC Berkeley. On the other hand, the cooperation with Earl reminds me of diving in the ocean. Due to his extreme helpfulness and high level of UX knowledge our mentorship opens many doors regarding UX theoretical sources (e.g., unique books, films, articles). It is pretty rare to have someone as a mentor who has both skills on a high level: practical and educational. The more I learn from Earl, the more I explore the deepest layers of the UX ocean by covering different UX aspects and overlaps of design, business, project management, and psychology. So, Earl is the absolute master who dives with you in the UX ocean in a joyful way by nurturing your curiosity and giving encouragement to go deeper and deeper. I believe that I am becoming a real UX diver on behalf of Earl. That makes me feel more competent and confident in my new UX designer role as a career changer.
March 15, 2022
Anastasia
Earl is a fantastic person and a wonderful mentor! After each 1:1, I feel inspired to continue learning and improving. He is very supportive, gives lots of practical advice, and provides excellent resources for learning. I feel very lucky to find a mentor like Earl. I think he really loves what he does.
March 11, 2022
Maggie
Where do I begin? I feel so lucky to have found Earl as a mentor! He is an extremely knowledgeable and resourceful professional, and also a warm, kind and wonderful human being in general 🙂 I’ve had a handful of calls with him so far. He takes the time to listen to my needs, and gives me really solid advice. I always feel understood and energized after each session. We also exchange messages in-between our calls, and he also provides very detailed answers to my questions. I can feel that he really cares about his mentees and wants them to succeed. Highly recommend!!
January 8, 2022
Junyao
Earl helps a lot! He is very nice and professional. He helped me to get my dream offer. Best mentor ever.
November 27, 2021
Jobany
Phenomenal mentor, on point, very knowledgeable and easy going.
November 17, 2021
Brian
I can’t recommend Earl enough. As an experienced product designer looking to take my next step, I asked him for help framing my diverse skill set and complex career path. He gave me honest, actionable feedback on my resume, website, and portfolio. I went into interviews feeling confident and prepared. Earl is super organized and results-focused. In our first session, we aligned on concrete goals and a timeline for achieving them. He wrote down all his feedback so I could easily reference it later. As others have said, he’s warm and fun to work with, always happy to answer whatever random questions I have.
November 7, 2021
Ilkin
Very satisfied and learned a lot from Earl.
October 7, 2021
Keira
Earl is amazing and so incredibly helpful! He gave me some actionable items to work towards my goal. Thanks Earl!
September 19, 2021
Arne
Awesome. Earl is warm, detail oriented and experienced mentor. I benefited a lot from his insights.
September 12, 2021
Tamali
It was awesome working with Earl. He is really dedicated to his commitment. I learned a lot from him. Looking forward to working with him again.
September 15, 2021
Alexey
As a UX designer with over ten years of experience, I approached Earl to advance my career and have been delighted with my decision. His knowledge and experience in UX design, leadership and mentoring are extensive and profound. He helped me to elevate and package my skills in a concise and strong resume. Earl provided support beyond design, helping me to cope with imposter syndrome. Moreover, he is always easy to work with because he is always reachable via email and extremely responsive. I’m fortunate to have Earl as a mentor.
September 6, 2021
Michelle
I have been working with Earl for a while now, and I have just become more and more impressed by his professionalism and insights. He is a very supportive mentor who also has a great sense of humor. Thank you for your mentorship, Earl! It’s been making a large difference in my career.
July 20, 2021
Z
It’s worth every minute. I was lucky to have Earl as my mentor through a bootcamp I took in the past, and am very glad to be able to continue seeking mentorship from him after I started working as a ux designer. Earl is exceptionally experienced, motivating, and inspiring. This time, I came to him for help on preparing my portfolio walkthrough interview. It was a bit last minute but he found his earliest availability. As always, the session was goal-oriented and the feedback was structured and tailored to my case. He was very sharp on filling me in and guided me to strategically shine more light on my presentation. I was able to go to the interview more prepared and confident. Thank you Earl!
July 7, 2021
Kanga
As always, Earl was extremely insightful and helpful in moving me forward as a designer. He provided an engaging experience packed with tips all through the mock design challenge with a prompt that he had prepared for me. I learned a lot – thank you, Earl!
June 24, 2021
Vi
I had a great experience working with Earl. I came to him for help tightening up my portfolio walk-through presentation. He provided structured feedback. The guidance I received helped me feel so much more prepared and I was able to present more confidently.
June 21, 2021
Jing
Knowledgeable, Experienced, and always willing to help. This is what I have been enjoying learning from Earl so far. He set up very goal-oriented and personalized plan with me to help me grow my career- very practical and helpful. I always feel supported whenever I have questions as an entry-level designer. I wish I could have known Earl even earlier, but now it is not too late. :P. Earl even met me in person and grabbed a coffee together when I was traveling in SF. I can say Earl is absolutely the right mentor for anyone who needs an experienced professional to help them grow or get prepared for the next level.
June 13, 2021
A
Earl is a wonderful human being. He is organized, experienced, and empathetic. I was initially impressed by his onboarding process; he sent me questions to get a better idea of who I am and where I am in my UX journey. He quickly assessed my skills and presented these to me in a nice visual that I am now using to assess my growth and focus my training. He has also helped me think through my portfolio so I can be strategic in the projects I choose to showcase, and he has helped me understand the interview process. I appreciate his thoughtful questions and I am grateful I get to learn from him.
June 12, 2021
Michelle
Earl is amazing! He started with a very detailed and structured introductory form for me to fill out, which set us up for success for our first meeting. It was a 30 minute session, and I couldn’t believe how efficient and engaging it was. It was one of the most value-packed 30 minute meetings I’ve ever had of this nature. Earl is knowledgeable, responsive, and most of all, friendly and kind. He’s really personalizing the mentorship to tailor it to my needs and goals. I’m already seeing the feedback pay off. Thank you so much, Earl!
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