Chris Abad🇺🇸

About Chris Abad

Former Director of UX at Google

Hi, my name’s Chris. 👋 I’ve worked in tech for more than 20 years. I’ve founded my own companies and worked at startups and large tech companies like Google. These diverse experiences have taught me many lessons about communication, leadership, career growth, building exceptional teams, and more. I’ve mentored many people over the years and learned that whatever you’re going through, no matter how hard or obscure it may seem, I’ve probably been there as well.

Most of the lessons I’ve learned throughout my career, I’ve had to learn the hard way. I hope that by sharing those lessons with you, I can make your journey a little bit easier.

I look forward to meeting you!

Expertise

Sessions with Chris Abad

• Empower Your Team (45 min): In these mentorship sessions, I will guide you in developing direct and clear communication skills, adapting your behavior to match the group's development stage, and harnessing various leadership styles to empower and lead by example. We'll explore the transformative power of effective leadership and how it can inspire and elevate those around you.
• Navigate Team Dynamics (45 min): In these mentorship sessions, you will not only explore practical tools and techniques for counteracting interactions with difficult people but also gain valuable insights into various approaches for dealing with difficult co-workers. You'll learn effective communication strategies, conflict resolution techniques, and methods to build positive relationships within your team.
• Build a Career Roadmap (45 min): Take a holistic approach to your career with this mentorship series. Learn to build a career roadmap that aligns with your goals and aspirations. From identifying skill gaps to exploring potential career paths, we'll provide insights to support your long-term success. Our mentorship will help you make informed decisions and set a solid foundation for a fulfilling career journey.
• Portfolio Review & Revamp (45 min): In these mentorship, we'll review your existing portfolio and provide constructive feedback for improvement. You'll receive guidance on enhancing visual appeal, organizing content, and targeting specific audiences. Revamp your portfolio to make a lasting impression and increase your chances of landing dream projects or job opportunities.

What mentees say

“I felt frustrated and lost in my job search until I found Chris. Over the course of six sessions in two months, Chris helped me reframe my portfolio and guided me on effective interview strategies. If you're looking for insights into job searching or general professional growth, Chris is the person to talk to. Highly recommended!”

“I had a great chat with Chris! We talked about the interview process for junior designer roles and Chris gave really good advice on what to expect and how best to prepare for whiteboard challenges. He also looked through my portfolio and gave me very helpful pointers.”

“I think what Chris brings to mentees is how he describes the job market and how we should approach it. I've been job searching for some time and I've read lots of books and articles so I've heard the usual things about it but the way he framed it in our meeting made me rethink my own strategy in the job market. I highly recommend meeting with him or at least following him on LinkedIn.”