WHY MENTORING?

I had so much support when I switched careers in the early 2000’s. It’s a joy to give back. Having managed teams for the last 5 years, it’s rewarding to see people grow in their careers and knowledge base. User Experience/UX Research is an amazing career. It involves creativity + rigor, empathy + analysis. It’s also a career track that is historically under-supported in organizations and has fewer options for mentors.

As a mentor, I can support, coach and guide you through your career as a User Experience Professional.

POTENTIAL TOPICS FOR CONVERSATION

TYPES OF ENGAGEMENTS

TESTIMONIALS

April 21, 2023

“Janna did a great job helping me unpack some of my biggest UXR pain points. She was very helpful and helped me generate a plan of action to conquer these issues!” - AB, UX/UI Designer

Finding work: I’ve been a hiring manager and can provide an outsider view into your resume or portfolio and run you through mock interviews.

Starting a consultancy: I’ve run 2 small consultancies and know the ins and outs of working for yourself.

UX research methods: I’ve run hundreds of studies and can help you plan, implement and analyze studies, review your plan or interview guide. (e.g., usability testing, cardsorting, survey, interview, diary study, journey & other)

Accessibility and Inclusion: I’m a huge proponent of inclusive workplaces and inclusive research and have conducted research with people who are blind.

Evangelization: UXR is rarely a given in any organization. We can brainstorm ways to highlight the importance in your consultancy or organization.

Stakeholder management: Our XFN partners are critical, we can discuss, buy-in, engagement, workshops, and working with analytics​.

Leveling up: I can help you position yourself for a promotion and understand the career ladder of a UX or Research professional.

Research prioritization​ & strategy: Got too much on your plate? Not sure how to manage it all? Let’s discuss!

Difficult conversations: I’ve had many of my own and have also taken leadership training in this area. Let’s figure it out together.

“You make a living by what you get.

You make a life by what you give.”

Sessions run for 45 minutes and can happen as frequently as needed. One-off consultations are $75 for each 45-minute session.

Pricing includes:

  • Q&A / Chat - 2 additional email/text chats per session

  • Ad hoc calls - 1 additional 10-minute call as follow-up

  • Hands-on help

  • Responses in 72 hours (workdays) or less

  • Email me to find out more or go ahead and schedule a free intro session!

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Prices are subject to change

All sessions must be used within 6 months of original purchase date

Packages are now available!

  • 6 Session Package - $405 (10% discount)

    • Best for portfolios, leveling up, big work challenges, starting a consultancy

  • 4 Session Package $279 (7% discount)

    • Best for skill building, resumes, project support

  • 2 Session Package $142.50 - (5% discount)

    • Best for short-term issues, hands-on support, finding work

June 09, 2023

“Janna provided great insights into more of healthcare UX Research and learnings she got from it and teams she worked on.” - MD, Product Designer/Researcher