Maria🇨🇦

About Maria

Product Design and Strategy at Studio Maria Shanina

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I mentor women. Let me help you if you experience challenges with career transition, immigration and cultural differences, role changes or team changes, leading and team managing, impostor syndrome.

When you book a session with me please provide the following details so we could maximize the value of the session for you:

Do you identify yourself as a woman Where are you in your career (student, intern, changing roles or careers, lead etc) What are you struggling with What are you planning to get from this session

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What mentees say

“My session with Maria was incredibly insightful. She had a strong grasp of all the questions I brought, from how to think more critically about my design decisions, to understanding the product from a deeper, more collaborative perspective. What stood out most was how she framed everything around trust, learning, and clarity, reminding me that everyone is learning.”

“Maria helped me navigate my next career steps with her calm and thoughtful guidance. She walked me through a clear roadmap, making what felt overwhelming much more manageable. As an experienced designer with a strong background in team building and management, she brings a wealth of perspectives that are both insightful and practical.”

“Maria offered so much clarity, perspective and encouragement while I navigate my career trajectory. She is a genuine, active listener and provides real world solutions to complex challenges. Thank you Maria!”