1:1 mentoring:
For emerging designers, aspiring freelancers and digital nomads.

Whatever you’re struggling with as a designer or freelancer, I’ve been there and I’m here to help! I offer singular or ongoing mentoring sessions for emerging designers or those who are ready to go freelance or become a digital nomad.

Mentoring

Mentoring

Topics we can cover

The beauty of my sessions is they are completely led by YOU, meaning we can cover absolutely anything you need help with. This could be… (but is not limited to)

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Starting out

· Where to start

· Direction of your career

· Questions about the industry

· Creating a portfolio

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Your work

· Portfolio reviews

· Feedback on specific work

· How to respond to feedback

· Working in a team

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Going freelance

· Is freelancing right for you?

· Setting up your design business

· Finding clients

· How much to charge

· Dealing with clients

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Mindset

· What’s holding you back?

· Building confidence

· Defining your goals

· How to avoid burnout

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Becoming a
digital nomad

· Is the nomad lifestyle right for you?

· Pros and cons of the nomad lifestyle

· How to be a digital nomad

· Balancing work and travel

  • “I left my first session with Alisa feeling so energised and inspired. I had clear next steps to help move forward - and most importantly the confidence to take them!”

    Emma, mentee

  • I came to Alisa as I have been working for an agency for 2 years and want to go freelance. Alisa was so warm and friendly and i left with invaluable advice on how to make this transition.

    Jason, Mentee

  • It's so great being able to have an experienced designer look over my work and give me feedback. I have learnt so much. Thank you Alisa!

    Imogen, Mentee

Why me?

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13+ years experience

I have been a successful freelancer since 2010. I don’t spend hours applying to job posts and i don’t market myself on social media yet I have a top day rate and have consistently worked since 2010. I must be doing something right!

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Varied experience

I’ve worked for design agencies, startups, small businesses, fellow freelancers, entrepreneurs, as well as big companies like Google, Virgin and Coca Cola. I have also worked in-house as well as remotely from home and abroad.

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Energetic personality

I can guarantee it won’t all be seriousness in our sessions! I aim to create an environment where you can learn, but also enjoy the process.

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Creating a safe space

No question is a stupid question. If you don’t ask, you can’t learn. I create a safe space for you to bring the things you are struggling with, into a judgement free zone!

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A holistic approach

At the age of 25 I suffered a burnout which put me in bed for 9 months. I have spent the last 10 years consciously redesigning the way I work and making my mental health a top priority alongside my career.

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Evening and weekend sessions

If you’re working 9am -5pm not to worry. I offer a few sessions after 6pm on certain weekdays and Saturday mornings.

“A mentor is someone who allows YOU to see the hope inside yourself.”

Oprah Winfrey

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