What is the difference between a design mentor and a career coach?
A design mentor is a working designer who gives you domain-specific guidance from lived experience: portfolio feedback, interview prep, design leadership advice. A career coach is usually a paid generalist focused on process, accountability, and mindset across any field. For design-specific decisions, a mentor who has done the job is usually the faster path.
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