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Welcome to the Career Strategy Podcast with Sarah Doody, a UX Designer & UX Researcher with 20 years of experience who founded the UX job search accelerator, Career Strategy Lab. She's been doing UX career coaching since 2017.
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In this special open house episode, Sarah sits down with Marcus, a UX designer and recent graduate of Career Strategy Lab (CSL), to share his powerful journey from long-term unemployment to landing a meaningful role in government design.
✔️ How Marcus turned a cold job market into an opportunity for clarity and growth
✔️ Why relationships—not cold DMs—led to the referral that got him hired
✔️ How CSL’s portfolio process gave him the tools and confidence to own his value
✔️ What mindset shifts helped him stay grounded during an uncertain season
✔️ The power of community in navigating the emotional rollercoaster of a UX job search
00:18 Welcome to the Career Strategy Podcast
00:56 Episode Overview and Listener Engagement
01:41 Guest Introduction: Marcus' Career Journey
03:15 Marcus' Experience with Career Strategy Lab
05:13 The Importance of Relationships and Networking
06:20 Building Confidence Through Portfolio and Mindset
10:07 Reflecting on Personal Growth and Community
11:48 Advice for New Career Strategy Lab Members
13:06 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
14:20 Outro and Listener Call to Action
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