Carma Baughman

3 Most Omitted Critical Items that Need to Be in Your UX/UI Online Portfolio

After reviewing over 100 UX/UI online portfolios, there are 3 items that are often missing from a UX/UI online portfolio. Actually, there are 4! But the fourth one requires an article of it’s own. (on Medium) Including these 3 items strengthens your UX/UI online portfolio and makes your portfolio more impactful to recruiters and hiring managers. […]

Take control of your job search: 6 essential mindset tips

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Having worked with career changers for the past three years, I’ve seen firsthand how powerful a positive mindset can be in your job search. A positive mindset helps you navigate the challenges of a job search with confidence and resilience. It keeps you focused and motivated. Most importantly, it allows the job search to become […]

5 tips to reduce stress and anxiety while job searching

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Being overwhelmed is a common issue I hear amongst job seekers today. And it’s no wonder. You are told to make connections, build your community, complete real-world projects, update your portfolio, reach out to recruiters, customize your resume, and more! Add that to the fact that you are living in the midst of so much […]

How to search on LinkedIn for like-minded people

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Job searching is more than browsing job boards and sending out resumes. Making valuable connections on LinkedIn is key in today’s job market, especially as a career changer. One of the most meaningful uses of LinkedIn if you are looking for a new position is to connect with other individuals. You can learn from them, […]

7 templates for making connections on LinkedIn

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As a job seeker, building your network is crucial. It’s not just about having more connections, but about truly engaging and connecting. It’s about having conversations with others. For career changers, this is invaluable. Who to connect with Here is a short list of who you want to connect with and why: One of the […]

The easiest way to make connections as a career changer entering UX/UI

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Making connections is one of the most important and valuable tasks you can do as a job seeker. Yet, it’s the task that most people are least likely to pursue. Having worked with career changers going into UX/UI, I’ve found that job seekers are likely to spend more time on their resume, LinkedIn profile, and […]

5 critical items you need in your LinkedIn profile

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Help recruiters and hiring managers not only find you But help them understand the value you bring 3 quick ways to optimize your LinkedIn profile 1. Maximize your headline. Start with the title of your next position. Then, include top keywords for your next job that match your skill set. This helps recruiters and hiring […]

How to emphasize your skills in your LinkedIn profile as a career changer

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You’ve got skills that recruiters and hiring managers are looking forEmphasize them in your LinkedIn profile5 ways to do this. Recruiters and hiring managers use keywords, including skills, to search for potential candidates.Don’t let your profile be missed because you didn’t emphasize your skillset. Follow all 5 of these suggestions, not just one or two. […]