Interview Preparation, Single Session

John Smith

with John Smith

Some big interviews coming up? In this 1-hour session, you'll receive actionable feedback on your interview presence and readiness. Choose one of the following to work on: 1. whiteboard challenge … Read more

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John Smith

John Smith

Senior UX Design Manager at Apple | ex-Google, ex-Microsoft

$350 one session
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About this session

Some big interviews coming up? In this 1-hour session, you'll receive actionable feedback on your interview presence and readiness. Choose one of the following to work on:
1. whiteboard challenge
2. behavioral interviews
3. portfolio walkthrough
4. app critique

I'll go through with you:
- Knowledge gaps
- Answers that might throw off hiring managers
- Communication Issues
- Any other signals that stand out

Your mentor

I help designers land roles and stay differentiated in a competitive market.

Here are the results from the past 12 months (July 2025 to June 2026, Sample of 46 mentees):
✅ 44/46 mentees landed full-time roles at design-mature companies or Series B-D startups
✅ Median time from portfolio overhaul to offer: 8 weeks
(Anonymized data available upon request)

A little about me:
I currently lead product design for Apple Intelligence across iOS (Messages, FaceTime, Mail, Phone, Contacts, etc). I’ve served on hiring committees across Apple, Google, and Microsoft. I know exactly how candidates are evaluated and how to help you stand out.

My mentorship is structured in 2 parts:

1. Daily offline support
You get daily written feedback, structured guides, examples, portfolio reviews, interview feedback, and clear next steps between calls, so you always know exactly what to improve and why. Progress happens between sessions, not during them.

2. Live calls using a funnel-based approach
I run structured studies with recruiters and hiring managers every six months to better understand how candidates are evaluated and what separates those who get interviews from those who don't. Combined with my experience serving on hiring committees at Apple, Google, and Microsoft, this gives you practical, up-to-date guidance based on how hiring decisions are actually made.

📊 2026 Q2 outcomes
• 12 mentees landed UX/Product Design roles
• Included 2 career changers who landed their first UX role in under 3 months after more than 6 months without traction
• Included 4 new graduates requiring visa sponsorship who secured UX roles after building real client work into case studies

Now offering a free, no-commitment intro call 📞
I’ll reply within 24 hours to schedule
We’ll start with a short career worksheet and I’ll map out a clear, personalized plan

What mentees say

5.0 (166 reviews)
“I can’t recommend John enough. When I first started working with him two years ago, I was a fresh bootcamp graduate struggling to find my footing. Thanks to his guidance, I didn’t just break into the design industry—I’v…” “I can’t recommend John enough. When I first started working with him two years ago, I was a fresh bootcamp graduate struggling to find my footing. Thanks to his guidance, I didn’t just break into the design industry—I’ve already navigated a promotion from Associate to Mid-level designer in less than a year at my current company. John’s greatest strength is his structure. His resources and strategies are incredibly clear, which took the guesswork out of my professional development. Unlike some mentors who give vague advice, John provides actionable feedback that makes it extremely easy to identify and execute next steps. He has a deep understanding of the current market and knows exactly how to help a mentee plan for it. I am incredibly thankful for his support and would encourage any designer looking to level up to work with him.”
Davon

Davon

Standard Plan · 2 years

“I had a truly great experience working with John. From the very first session, I felt listened to and understood. His feedback was thoughtful, practical, and always tailored to my specific goals and challenges. What …” “I had a truly great experience working with John. From the very first session, I felt listened to and understood. His feedback was thoughtful, practical, and always tailored to my specific goals and challenges. What I appreciated most was his ability to ask the right questions - not just giving answers, but helping me think more clearly and confidently about my next steps. The sessions were well-structured, yet flexible, and always left me with concrete takeaways and a clear direction. I would highly recommend John to anyone looking for honest guidance, strategic thinking, and genuine support in their professional growt”
Marta

Marta

Lite Plan · 2 years

“John was phenomenal. I went back and forth for a while on whether I even needed a mentor and tried to figure everything out on my own first. Looking back, I wish I had worked with him sooner. He completely changed ho…” “John was phenomenal. I went back and forth for a while on whether I even needed a mentor and tried to figure everything out on my own first. Looking back, I wish I had worked with him sooner. He completely changed how I approach my portfolio, resume, and interviews. He helped me turn my work into a clear, structured story, refine my resume to match what recruiters are actually looking for, and prepare for interviews in a way that feels natural and confident. Before working with him, I struggled to explain my work and wasn’t sure if I was on the right track. Now I go into interviews feeling prepared, confident, and much clearer in how I present my experience. Within a few weeks of refining my portfolio, I started getting traction with interviews. What stood out most was how honest and practical his feedback was. Nothing felt generic or surface-level. Every session had clear, actionable next steps, and I always knew exactly what to improve. Really grateful for his help. It made a much bigger difference than I expected.”
Taylor

Taylor

Lite Plan · 1 year

“Truly the best mentor! Goes above and beyond, providing thoughtful, detailed advice and practical tools on anything you ask about. From case studies and interview prep to design challenges, industry knowledge, resumes, …” “Truly the best mentor! Goes above and beyond, providing thoughtful, detailed advice and practical tools on anything you ask about. From case studies and interview prep to design challenges, industry knowledge, resumes, and cover letters, I learned so much. I’m incredibly grateful for everything and will carry it with me into my future roles.”
Harriet

Harriet

Pro Plan · 6 months

“I reached out to John when I felt stuck in my role and lacked the confidence and structure to take the next step in my career. His continuous motivation, structured approach to building case studies, and detailed guidan…” “I reached out to John when I felt stuck in my role and lacked the confidence and structure to take the next step in my career. His continuous motivation, structured approach to building case studies, and detailed guidance helped me grow in my current role, create a strong portfolio, feel confident in interviews, and land my next role with ease. Working with John was a true investment in my professional growth, and I 100% recommend him to anyone looking for an excellent mentor and an honest, supportive relationship. ”
Andriana

Andriana

Lite Plan · 3 years

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