Let’s design your journey

Design is hard. Growing your career? Even harder. Whether you're just starting out or trying to level up to a senior or staff role, I offer one-on-one mentorship to help you navigate it all—with honest feedback, actionable advice, and support that’s tailored to you.

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What We Can Work On

  • Portfolio + case study reviews (no vague “this looks good!” feedback here)

  • Interview prep (whiteboarding, take-homes, storytelling)

  • Navigating career growth (IC leveling, cross-functional work, design strategy)

  • Product thinking + how to work better with PMs and engineers

  • Growing your voice and confidence as a designer

No topic is too small or “silly.” This is a safe, judgment-free zone.

Who This Is For

  • You're a new designer trying to break into the industry and feeling overwhelmed

  • You're mid-level and wondering what it actually takes to get to senior

  • You're senior and looking for more strategy, impact, or leadership opportunities

  • You’re stuck on a portfolio, interview, or just want a second set of eyes

  • Or honestly… you just want to talk to someone who's been through it and gets it

You’re Not Alone in This

Real Designers, Real Wins

Over 200 designers—from fresh grads to senior ICs—have grown their skills, landed roles, and gained clarity through this mentorship.

“…He is always supportive and open-minded and has had a transformative impact on my career.”

Janice Wang

“…Mikhail is the best mentor I have had yet! He was friendly, encouraging, informative and proactive.”

Harkomalpreet Singh

“…He provided insightful feedback and pointed out areas that I may have missed, which allowed me to create a comprehensive and impactful case study.”

Dipo Apelehin
How it works

We’ll hop on a video call (Zoom or whatever works for you). Sessions are 60 minutes and totally personalized to what you need. After each session, I’ll send over notes or resources we talked about, so you can keep making progress.

Design your growth

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