Introductory Call

Nicholas Busman

with Nicholas Busman

An introductory call is a simple way to get to know a mentor before committing to ongoing mentorship. This session gives you the chance to ask questions, talk through your … Read more

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Nicholas Busman

Nicholas Busman

Lead UX Designer at Nucor

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About this session

An introductory call is a simple way to get to know a mentor before committing to ongoing mentorship. This session gives you the chance to ask questions, talk through your goals, and see whether the mentor’s background, communication style, and approach feel like the right fit for you. It is a low-pressure starting point designed to help you make a more confident decision.

You can use the call to share what you are working on, what kind of support you are looking for, and where you feel stuck right now. It is also a chance to understand how the mentor typically works with mentees, what kind of guidance they can offer, and whether there is a strong mutual fit. The goal is to leave the conversation with more clarity on your next step and whether you want to continue working together.

Your mentor

Over my teaching career, I have mentored over 70+ students for Online UX Bootcamps such as Springboard, 8 real projects with 7 companies who partnered with Harness Projects, and provided private 1:1 mentorship though online platforms such as MentorCruise and ADPList.

What mentees say

5.0 (15 reviews)
“A mentor who genuinely invests in your growth.... Finding a mentor who truly gets what the industry expects from emerging designers and can articulate it clearly is rare. Nick is that mentor. His feedback never felt…” “A mentor who genuinely invests in your growth.... Finding a mentor who truly gets what the industry expects from emerging designers and can articulate it clearly is rare. Nick is that mentor. His feedback never felt surface-level. It wasn't about tweaking colours or adjusting layouts. It was substantive, grounded in real industry experience, and always pointed at the bigger picture: what hiring teams actually look for, what professional standards really mean, and where I needed to grow to meet them. Every session left me with sharper clarity about my work and my direction. What stood out most wasn't just his knowledge — it was how he chose to use it. Nick has gone over our allocated hour on more occasions than I can count, not because he had to, but because he wanted to make sure I left with a clear next step and not just a half-finished thought. That made a real difference in how much I got out of each session. I also have to mention that he paused my plan whenever he felt I didn't need active mentoring at that point — essentially making sure I wasn't paying for sessions that wouldn't serve me. It's a small thing, but it told me everything about the kind of person he is: someone who is genuinely in your corner. If you're a designer looking for mentorship prepares you for the real world, and comes from someone who actually cares about your progress — Nick is the one.”
Apurva

Apurva

Lite Plan · 8 months

“Nick has been a mentor for over 2 years and has challenged me to be a better designer and thinker by asking thought provoking questions that push me to challenge my assumptions. I’ve come to him for advice and feedback…” “Nick has been a mentor for over 2 years and has challenged me to be a better designer and thinker by asking thought provoking questions that push me to challenge my assumptions. I’ve come to him for advice and feedback on different projects and appreciate his perspective. As a result of our relationship, I’ve become a more confident in articulating my design decisions. Thank you Nick for being a teacher and friend. ”
Jerome

Jerome

Standard Plan · 3 years

“Nick was a great mentor and I learned a lot from him. We went over my portfolio website and case study, and we prepped for interviews. Nick has deep professional experience, and he shares his insights freely with me, wh…” “Nick was a great mentor and I learned a lot from him. We went over my portfolio website and case study, and we prepped for interviews. Nick has deep professional experience, and he shares his insights freely with me, which is invaluable for a more junior/associate UX designer like me. I landed an interview recently, and I went into it much more confidently than before the mentorship. After 2 months, I now have an updated website, a redesigned case study, and a document of interview notes that will help me in my job search.”
Flora

Flora

Lite Plan · 3 months

“Working with Nick was incredibly helpful during my job search. His expertise in UX and strategic thinking brought clarity to both my portfolio and overall approach. He helped me break down challenges into clear, actiona…” “Working with Nick was incredibly helpful during my job search. His expertise in UX and strategic thinking brought clarity to both my portfolio and overall approach. He helped me break down challenges into clear, actionable steps and offered valuable insights on positioning myself as a designer. His mentorship made a real difference in how I think about and navigate my design career. I highly recommend Nick to any designer looking for thoughtful, impactful guidance.”
Deepak

Deepak

Standard Plan · 3 months

“Nicholas is an amazing mentor! I'm so glad that we got to work together. Nicholas helped me with my resume, my portfolio, and interviewing skills. I'm blown away every time we meet by how much he knows about so many dif…” “Nicholas is an amazing mentor! I'm so glad that we got to work together. Nicholas helped me with my resume, my portfolio, and interviewing skills. I'm blown away every time we meet by how much he knows about so many different aspects of UX. Thanks Nicholas!!!”
Stephanie

Stephanie

Standard Plan · 6 months

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