Career Roadmap & Promotion Strategy
with Catherine Achieng
Career growth rarely happens by accident. This MentorCruise session is designed to help you build a clearer roadmap for where you want to go next and how to get there. … Read more
Catherine Achieng
UX Designer & Founder at Dezignovate, Ex-Barclays
Scheduling conflict? No-show? Cancel session & get your money back instantly.
About this session
Career growth rarely happens by accident. This MentorCruise session is designed to help you build a clearer roadmap for where you want to go next and how to get there. Whether you are aiming for a promotion, preparing for a bigger role, or feeling stuck in your current position, this session helps you turn broad ambition into a practical career strategy.
You’ll work with an experienced mentor to define your next step, identify the skills and signals that matter, and create a plan for making progress inside your current company or beyond it. Together, you can assess your strengths, spot gaps, map out promotion criteria, and think through how to build visibility, ownership, and momentum over time. The goal is to leave with more clarity, better direction, and a concrete plan to move your career forward with intention.
Your mentor
Embark on a transformative journey to shape your design career with my 'Design a Career Strategy' mentoring session. As a UX Designer with 8+ years of experience, my unique perspective stems from a personal journey marked by numerous career pivots and the valuable lessons learned from the mistakes along the way.
Whether you're just starting in the industry or seeking a strategic pivot, our session is tailored to guide you in creating a personalised roadmap for professional growth.
Together, we'll explore effective strategies for portfolio development, networking, and skill enhancement, drawing on my diverse experiences. Book this session to gain insights, personalised advice, and a clear, actionable plan that reflects both my lessons and your unique aspirations.
What you will get:
➤ Personalized Career Roadmap: Receive a tailored and comprehensive career strategy designed to align with your unique strengths, aspirations, and the dynamic landscape of the UX design industry.
➤ Insights from Diverse Experiences: Benefit from my personal journey marked by multiple career pivots and learnings from mistakes, providing you with valuable insights to navigate challenges and make informed decisions.
➤ Actionable Plans for Growth: Acquire clear, actionable plans for portfolio development, networking, and skill enhancement, empowering you to take confident steps toward achieving your long-term design career goals.
What mentees say
“Cat is an incredible mentor— knowledgeable, experienced, and genuinely supportive. Her guidance has made the entire process much smoother and more manageable. She's not only an expert in her field but also a wonderful p…”
Debora
Standard Plan · 1 month
“Catherine is a great! She encouraged me and helped me gain confidence. She invested her time to know about my progress and guided me meticulously with any questions and concerns I had with respect to either the intervie…”
Navya
Standard Plan · 1 month
“Catherine is great and very supportive and helpful. She walked me through task flows, site maps, and many other areas of work that I found confusing. She specializes in UX and is a great mentor! I highly recommend her.”
Leon
Standard Plan · 1 month
“Catherine is a knowledgeable and extremely helpful mentor. She's very nice and sweet. She listens and provides constructive feedback. I am honored to have her as my mentor as she has a lot of experience in the UX field. ”
Alexis
Standard Plan · 1 month
Frequently asked questions
What exactly is a session?
A session is a focused one-on-one call with your mentor. Use it to get feedback, work through a specific problem, review your work, or get unstuck. You reserve up to 45 min of their time.
How do I pick a time?
After checkout you pick a slot from Catherine's live availability, and it's confirmed on the spot.
How does the session take place?
Sessions happen over video call. Your mentor shares the meeting link ahead of time, so all you need is a quiet spot and a stable connection.
Can I reschedule?
Yes, up to 24 hours before the session. Message your mentor and find a new time that works for both of you.
What if my mentor doesn't show up?
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How do refunds work?
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Catherine Achieng
UX Designer & Founder at Dezignovate, Ex-Barclays
Scheduling conflict? No-show? Cancel session & get your money back instantly.