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👋 Hello UX Friends!

Welcome to UX Mentor Diaries, a weekly newsletter for any UXer who needs actionable advice on how to accelerate your UX career growth, build a personal brand as a UX thought leader, build influence in workplace, land a leadership role, or build a thriving coaching practice. 

Who am I?

I'm Marina Krutchinsky, a UX leader, mentor, and hands-on UXer from NYC. By day, I lead the design of financial products at JPMorgan Chase. By night, I coach UXers on using their strengths to up-level their career.

Many of my UX mentees come to me feeling stuck in their roles, overwhelmed by learning curves, office politics and frustrated by their lack of progress.

Looking for a job feels like screaming into the void.

And if they do land an interview, the company may still ghost them at any moment.

They’ve heard about the value of Linkedin and personal branding but have no idea where to start or what to post.

Their career strategy usually feels more like a series of random steps than a clear path to success.

Without addressing these challenges, you (just like them) risk feeling perpetually stuck, undervalued, and unseen in your professional life.

The motivation can dwindle, leading to burnout and disengagement.

You need a guide to help you break down complex concepts into actionable steps, making your learning process and career growth faster and more effective.


I’ve mentored hundreds of UXers, just like you, helping them turn their struggles into strengths.

With over 20 years in the industry and insights regularly shared with 25,000+ LinkedIn readers, my advice isn’t just theoretical – it’s proven to work.

Why Subscribe:

  • Accelerated Learning → I break down complex concepts into bite-sized, actionable advice. No more feeling overwhelmed – you’ll learn faster and more effectively.

  • Relatable and Practical → Get advice that’s easy to understand and apply, based on real challenges UXers face.

  • Focused on Action → Every issue is packed with actionable tips, not fluff. You’ll always walk away with something you can use right away.

  • Empowering and Supportive → Think of me as your old experienced friend who’s 100% on your side, ready to help you tackle your toughest career challenges.

Join the UX Mentor Diaries community and transform your career. Stay informed, inspired, and ready to take on the UX world with confidence.

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Stay informed, inspired, and ready to take on the UX world with confidence.

Talk soon,
Marina

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I share unconventional tips and insights on how to level up your UX and leadership skills to fast-track your career | VP, UX Design @ JPMorgan Chase