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Hot Take: How to Turn Mistakes into Winning Case Studies & 30% Off Sale Extended

Published 20 days ago • 2 min read

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Issue #5: How to Showcase What Went Wrong in Your Case Studies

The Level Up Your UX Job Search course kicks off in just 4 days, and I want to make sure you don’t miss out! If you’ve been thinking about joining but haven’t yet, this is your last chance to join before we start.

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Good news!​
I’ve extended the 30% off sale until Sunday at midnight – this is your last chance to enroll in the course at a discounted rate before the price increases again. Simply use the code "THIRTYOFF" at checkout to claim your discount.

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​Join Now and secure your spot!

Hot Take: Bonus Points for Talking About What Went Wrong

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Discussing what didn’t go as planned - and how you fixed it - whether it involved collaboration issues, design challenges, or unmet business goals, demonstrates self-awareness. This adds depth to your case studies and highlights your ability to learn from setbacks and adapt.

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Additionally, always focus on the problem you solved, not just the design itself. Hiring managers want to understand why you made certain design decisions and how those decisions benefited the user experience as well as business goals. By detailing your problem-solving process and clearly illustrating business impact, you’ll distinguish yourself from others in the field.

Here’s how Level^Up can help you effectively present your projects, build a standout portfolio, and much more:

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  • Live sessions where you get personalized feedback on your resume, portfolio, and interviews.
  • Actionable strategies that will help you stand out in a competitive UX job market.
  • Small cohort size ensures you’ll get dedicated attention and support every step of the way.

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But don't just take my word for it! Here’s what recent students have said about the course:

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"David’s positive energy and commitment to his students made me feel like I had someone in my corner, guiding me when I wasn’t sure what direction to take next. He challenged me in the best way possible to level up my skills while providing the support I needed to grow. If you’re serious about improving your UX resume and portfolio, I highly recommend working with David!"
"David is excellent and really cares about bringing about the best outcomes for everyone in the class. He goes above and beyond and is incredibly enthusiastic about the material, and his natural desire to help people succeed is incredible."

See what more people are saying here (scroll down midway through the page)

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Ready to join a community of UX designers who are actively working to take their careers to the next level? Join Today!​

Looking forward to working with you,
​David Campana​
​Ex-Apple, Verizon, Upwork | Top 1% Mentor on ADPList​
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PS: If you have any questions about the course or UX in general, feel free to reply - I’m here to help!

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PPS: I’d love to hear your thoughts on discussing what went wrong in case studies. Do you find it difficult to talk about challenges in your work? Hit reply and let me know your thoughts!

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I share resume & portfolio critiques, hiring insights, and proven strategies to help UX designers get more interviews, get hired faster, and level up their careers.

Level^Up UX is for designers who want to get more interviews, get hired faster, and advance their careers. Subscribers gain access to actionable resume and portfolio critiques, hiring insights, and proven job search strategies to help them stand out in a competitive market.

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