

In this episode of the Career Strategy Podcast, host Sarah Doody dives into the transformative journey of Leon, a Career Strategy Lab (CSL) participant who navigated the ux jobs search after an unexpected layoff. Leon shares insights into how creating a career roadmap, leveraging a standout resume and portfolio, and embracing community support helped him secure a role in UX design at a government contractor. Sarah and Leon discuss actionable strategies, including the importance of aligning your job search with a clear vision, the value of mindset work, and breaking the myth of needing multiple projects in your portfolio.
Timestamps
01:01 Meet the Coaches
01:12 Open House Insights
03:14 Career Roadmap Creation
06:43 The Importance of Community
09:31 Tactical Resume and Portfolio Tips
16:33 Navigating the Job Market
20:11 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Key Takeaways:
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
Share Your Feedback:
Did this episode resonate with you? Tag Sarah on social media or email at hello@sarahdoody.com. If you found this episode helpful, don’t forget to rate us on Spotify or review us on Apple Podcasts.
💬 Did this episode resonate with you? Tag Sarah on social media and share your biggest takeaway!
🎬 Watch our free UX Job Search Workshop and learn how to stand out in 2025
👉 Join Career Strategy Lab – Apply now to start your own UX job search transformation
👋 Say hi and follow our host, Sarah Doody, on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, and Twitter
📩 Loved this episode? Share it with a friend or leave a quick review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! 🚀
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Career Strategy Podcast with Sarah Doody | UX, Product Design, UX Research
In this episode of the Career Strategy Podcast, host Sarah Doody dives into the transformative journey of Leon, a Career Strategy Lab (CSL) participant who navigated the ux jobs search after an unexpected layoff. Leon shares insights into how creating a career roadmap, leveraging a standout resume and portfolio, and embracing community support helped him secure a role in UX design at a government contractor. Sarah and Leon discuss actionable strategies, including the importance of aligning your job search with a clear vision, the value of mindset work, and breaking the myth of needing multiple projects in your portfolio.
Timestamps
01:01 Meet the Coaches
01:12 Open House Insights
03:14 Career Roadmap Creation
06:43 The Importance of Community
09:31 Tactical Resume and Portfolio Tips
16:33 Navigating the Job Market
20:11 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Key Takeaways:
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
Share Your Feedback:
Did this episode resonate with you? Tag Sarah on social media or email at hello@sarahdoody.com. If you found this episode helpful, don’t forget to rate us on Spotify or review us on Apple Podcasts.
💬 Did this episode resonate with you? Tag Sarah on social media and share your biggest takeaway!
🎬 Watch our free UX Job Search Workshop and learn how to stand out in 2025
👉 Join Career Strategy Lab – Apply now to start your own UX job search transformation
👋 Say hi and follow our host, Sarah Doody, on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, and Twitter
📩 Loved this episode? Share it with a friend or leave a quick review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! 🚀
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