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After building my design career from scratch—no formal education, no industry experience—I’m here on my soapbox (aka Substack) to prove that you don’t need to follow the traditional path to succeed in your career. If you’re passionate and ambitious, ready to forge your path, I’m here to guide you. Let’s smash through your inner hurdles and bet on the one person you can always count on: You.

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I'm a product designer and career coach. I want you to challenge yourself, reboot your life, change careers, and start your journey.