For designers who want to
think more clearly.
Strategic, personal support for how you think, how you see your work, and how you grow into stronger judgment, confidence, and direction over time.
This is not tactical training or portfolio polishing. It's a slower, deeper way of working on your craft — built around honest conversation, calm reflection, and the tough questions you tend to avoid on your own.
Helping you
bruise less.
20+ years in product, strategy, and interface design.
I have been designing digital experiences for two decades and consulting independently for over ten years. I have been in your shoes — navigated the creative landscape, bumped my head and ego, and tried to learn without guidance. I am here to help you bruise less.
My passion is not just the technical craft. It is fostering personal and professional growth. We will uncover your unique style, ask tough questions, and discover breakthrough insights together. I bring clear, honest, insightful guidance with a calm, down-to-earth voice.
My freelance background gives me a unique perspective on growing as a consultant. I can help you carve your path, build meaningful relationships, and see the bigger picture — because design is not just about aesthetic appeal; it is a catalyst for business growth.
In their own
words.
“Max is a very unique mentor, one that is not easy to find. He goes beyond what design is and what the industry is expecting us to do as designers. His holistic approach to his craft, and life in general, has been very insightful. It was a surprising and delightful experience and I learned a lot in our short session. Design has a lot of aspects, one of which is to ask tough questions and Max knows how to ask questions that lead to great insights.”
Who this
is for.
A good fit usually shares one or more of these — not a checklist, more a feeling.
See if we're a fit- →You want to strengthen judgment and perspective, not just gather tips
- →You are struggling with client communication or explaining design decisions
- →You feel capable, but foggy about direction, positioning, or what comes next
- →You want to broaden your design perspective and see the bigger picture
- →You are building a freelance practice and need honest guidance on growing as a consultant
- →You are trying to grow into a more mature way of seeing products, clients, and your own potential
What mentorship
can help with.
Six areas we tend to work on — usually overlapping rather than separate.
How you think
Sharpening your design judgment so decisions feel grounded, not guessed.
How you communicate
Explaining your work and decisions with clarity and confidence — to clients, teams, and stakeholders.
Taste and perspective
Developing a stronger, more reliable aesthetic and critical sense. Seeing what others miss.
Direction and positioning
Getting clarity about your role, your market fit, and where to grow next.
Freelance and consulting
Carving your own path, building meaningful client relationships, and growing sustainably.
Personal growth
Uncovering your unique style, building confidence, and growing into a more grounded version of yourself as a designer.
How it
works.
Three simple steps. Honest from the first conversation onward.
A short conversation
We start with a low-pressure call to understand where you are, what feels unclear, and whether the fit makes sense. No commitment required.
We find a starting point
If it feels right, we define an area of focus — not a fixed curriculum. What matters most to you becomes what we work on first.
Sessions at your pace
We meet regularly at a rhythm that fits your situation. Video calls, async reflection, or both. The format adjusts to what works.
“Good mentorship doesn't give you answers. It builds the capacity to find better ones.”
Common
questions.
Practical answers to the things people ask before reaching out.
If this feels right,
let's start a conversation.
No pitch, no commitment. Just a conversation to see if working together makes sense.
Not sure where to start?
If something feels off but it's hard to name, this is a short, no-pressure conversation that helps put words to it. No email required.