Portfolio Feedback

with Vincent Zaballa

A strong portfolio can open doors, but only if it clearly shows what you can do and why it matters. This MentorCruise session is designed to help you improve how … Read more

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Vincent Zaballa

Founder & PhD Researcher in Machine Learning/AI

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About this session

A strong portfolio can open doors, but only if it clearly shows what you can do and why it matters. This MentorCruise session is designed to help you improve how your work is presented, whether you are applying for jobs, pitching clients, or building credibility in your field. If your portfolio feels scattered, outdated, or not quite convincing enough, this session gives you practical feedback on how to strengthen it.

You’ll work with an experienced mentor to review your portfolio through the eyes of a hiring manager, client, or industry peer. Together, you can assess the quality of your project selection, case studies, storytelling, structure, and presentation, and identify what is missing or not landing. The goal is to leave with clearer direction on how to make your portfolio more focused, more compelling, and more effective at creating opportunities.

Your mentor

I provide portfolio feedback for ML engineers, researchers, and people looking to transition into AI/ML roles, particularly research-oriented positions and AI for biology.

In this session, we'll review how effectively your portfolio demonstrates your technical skills, research abilities, and experience. This might include your GitHub repositories, personal website, research publications, independent projects, or other work you've put together to showcase your capabilities.

We'll look at whether you're highlighting the right projects for the roles you're targeting, how clearly you explain the problems you've worked on, and whether your contributions and results are communicated effectively. For research-focused roles, we can also discuss how to present your research experience, demonstrate independent thinking, and communicate the significance of your technical contributions.

Beyond reviewing individual projects, I'd also like to consider how your portfolio comes together as a whole. For example, does it demonstrate a clear research direction or technical specialization? Are there gaps that might make it harder to compete for certain positions? Would developing a new project, improving existing work, or presenting your research differently make the biggest difference?

My goal is to give you practical, actionable feedback that helps you prioritize improvements and build a stronger portfolio aligned with your career and research goals.

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 30 min of their time.

How do I pick a time?

After checkout you pick a slot from Vincent'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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