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Junior Portfolio Showcase: Matt Fredette
May 14, 2025

Junior Portfolio Showcase: Matt Fredette

A clear, no-fluff portfolio that proves simplicity and outcomes still win

Florian Bölter
Florian Bölter
Job searchJob search
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What Kind of Companies & Roles Should You Actually Apply To? 🤔
May 14, 2025

What Kind of Companies & Roles Should You Actually Apply To? 🤔

How to match your strengths with the right companies—plus a way to map your own fit

Florian Bölter
Florian Bölter
ResumeResume
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Why You’re Not Landing Interviews—And How to Fix It 🧰
May 07, 2025

Why You’re Not Landing Interviews—And How to Fix It 🧰

Use this free prompt to uncover what your portfolio, resume, or positioning might be missing

Florian Bölter
Florian Bölter
Job searchJob search
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5 Startup Terms Every Junior Designer Should Know 🧠
Apr 23, 2025

5 Startup Terms Every Junior Designer Should Know 🧠

Everything junior designers need to know about navigating—and thriving in—the startup world

Florian Bölter
Florian Bölter
Job searchJob search
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Choosing a Portfolio Tool That Works For You (Not Against You) 💻
Apr 16, 2025

Choosing a Portfolio Tool That Works For You (Not Against You) 💻

Framer, Webflow, Vibe Coding & Co: Choosing the Right Tool for Your Portfolio

Florian Bölter
Florian Bölter
ResumeResume
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Stand Out for the Right Roles by Doing What 90% of Juniors Don’t 🎯
Apr 09, 2025

Stand Out for the Right Roles by Doing What 90% of Juniors Don’t 🎯

Learn how to define and sharpen your positioning to attract roles that actually fit your strengths

Florian Bölter
Florian Bölter
Job searchJob search
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How to Get Real-World Work Into Your Portfolio as a Junior Designer 💼
Mar 26, 2025

How to Get Real-World Work Into Your Portfolio as a Junior Designer 💼

From Practice to Proof: Smart Ways to Get Real Work into Your Portfolio

Florian Bölter
Florian Bölter
Job searchJob search
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Why You Shouldn’t Limit Yourself to Consumer-Facing Design Jobs 🙅
Mar 19, 2025

Why You Shouldn’t Limit Yourself to Consumer-Facing Design Jobs 🙅

Beyond the Obvious: Finding the Right Design Roles for Your Strengths and Interests

Florian Bölter
Florian Bölter
Job searchJob search
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Proving Cross-Functional Collaboration as a Junior Designer 👥
Mar 05, 2025

Proving Cross-Functional Collaboration as a Junior Designer 👥

How to Showcase Cross-Functional Collaboration Before Landing Your First Design Job

Florian Bölter
Florian Bölter
Job searchJob search
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Breaking Into Startups: A Designer’s Guide to Finding Hidden Opportunities 🕵️‍♀️
Feb 19, 2025

Breaking Into Startups: A Designer’s Guide to Finding Hidden Opportunities 🕵️‍♀️

A step-by-step guide to identifying promising startups, impressing founders, and landing your next design role through proactive outreach.

Florian Bölter
Florian Bölter
Job searchJob search
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When Projects Go Awry: Why "Failed" Work Can Still Shine in Your Portfolio 😱
Feb 12, 2025

When Projects Go Awry: Why "Failed" Work Can Still Shine in Your Portfolio 😱

How to Turn Unfinished, Pivoted, or “Failed” Projects into Powerful Portfolio Case Studies

Florian Bölter
Florian Bölter
Job searchJob search
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Not Every Job Is Worth Taking: Red Flags to Watch for in Your First Design Role 🚩
Feb 05, 2025

Not Every Job Is Worth Taking: Red Flags to Watch for in Your First Design Role 🚩

Avoid the Pitfalls: Red Flags to Watch for in Design Job Listings

Florian Bölter
Florian Bölter
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