Courtney Yamanishi-Baker🇺🇸

About Courtney Yamanishi-Baker

Product Design | Design Management | Operations at Ex-U.S. News & World Report

I am no longer conducting mentorship via ADPList due to them stealing content for their AI course. Please contact me through LinkedIn if you would like to have mentorship. ---

I'm a strategic partner in product design, management, and operations. I specialize in designing data-rich platforms and I have a track record of leading design strategy, supporting growth from 50M ARR to 110M ARR in 5 years, launching 0→1 design systems, and owning the end-to-end strategy of product ecosystems for enterprise SaaS, healthcare, and education technologies.

My mentorship style: → Empathetic → Transparent → Educational

How I can help: → Portfolio, resume, or design reviews → Job hunt recommendations → Workplace communication → Design culture advocacy → Junior designer support → Leveling up your skillset

Expertise

Sessions with Courtney Yamanishi-Baker

• General Mentorship Session (45 min): Mentorship session
• 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.
• Conquering Job Interviews (45 min): In these mentorship sessions, gain the skills and confidence to answer challenging questions, demonstrate your expertise, and leave a lasting impression. We'll conduct mock interviews, provide personalized feedback, and equip you with effective interview techniques. Join this mentorship to excel in job interviews and land your desired position.
• Navigate the Job Market (45 min): In these mentorship sessions, we'll explore effective job search techniques, networking essentials, and ways to make your applications stand out. Receive personalized guidance on tailoring your approach to different industries and roles. Uncover strategies for navigating the job market and securing your dream job.
• Design Evangelism Coaching (45 min): Work in an environment that doesn't prioritize design? Want to do something about it? Schedule a series of sessions with me to discuss how to help increase design awareness within your organization, connect siloed designers, and advocate for design initiatives.
• Ongoing Junior Design Support (45 min): Are you a junior designer looking for ongoing coaching? I'm happy to help! Schedule recurring sessions with me to pick my brain about a variety of topics, level up your skills, get design critiques, refine your branding and job application materials, and anything else you need support in.

What mentees say

“I had an amazing first session with Courtney that exceeded my expectations! Her exceptional communication and deep subject knowledge provided me with valuable insights into navigating the new job market. She motivated me and offered excellent problem-solving strategies that I can immediately apply in my job search. I highly recommend booking a session with her :)”

“I came into the meeting with little direction and left with new ideas and approach tactics for this next phase in my career. Can't wait to show my improvements come next meeting.”

“I had an incredible session with my mentor, who truly exceeded my expectations. Her amazing communication and deep subject knowledge shifted my perspective and reignited my motivation during my job search. Thanks to her problem-solving guidance, I landed an interview after a quiet few months. I highly recommend booking a session with her.”