Jacques Debeuneure

“Jacques has proven to be an invaluable mentor in enhancing my understanding of UX design and guiding me through the nuances of my job search. He really focuses on addressing my weaknesses, providing tailored guidance and steadfast support to foster my growth as a designer. I really appreciate the wisdom and support he shares; I use them to navigate my job search and boost my confidence as I continue to grow in my career.”

“Jacques was my mentor during the Career Services phase of UX Academy. Throughout my time with Designlab, I had several mentors, but Jacques was absolutely the best of the bunch! His dedication, intentionality, and enthusiasm sets him apart as a mentor. From our first session, he had a clear vision for how we would best use our time together. With each meeting being only 30 minutes, Jacques always made sure we used our time efficiently, picking up the thread from our previous session and continuing to build on it. He provided invaluable, insightful feedback on my application materials and interview skills. Between sessions, Jacques regularly sent me articles or tips related to the work of our session. On top of all that, Jacques is friendly, positive, and energetic, qualities that really helped keep me energized while facing a tough job market as a junior designer. Most importantly, Jacques is a seasoned designer who draws on the wealth of his own experience when he plans sessions and gives feedback. His insights are not based in theory, but rather in the personal practice he has put into the work of growing his own career. Even though our sessions are over, I continue benefiting from them and am so grateful I was matched with Jacques as my mentor!”