Overcoming Setbacks in Your UX Job Search

Rejection is an inevitable part of the job application process, often leaving professionals questioning their skills and losing motivation. In this session, I’ll explore the common challenges and pain points job seekers face and will discuss practical tips for handling initial rejections, turning them into valuable learning opportunities, and strategies to refine and improve your applications for future rounds.

September 19, 2024

2:00 am

3:00 am

PST

TRACKS:

Career Growth & Leadership

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Marzie Nadali

Entrepreneur & UX Coach, MarziUXD

Marzie is the founder of a global UX Design community for Iranian designers, uniting over +15,000 members worldwide. With a decade of experience working with European startups across various industries, she transitioned into a UX coach combining practical insights and hands-on guidance, empowering designers to build products that resonate with users, progress in their career and land their dream jobs.

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Joe Cahill

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