Kanstantsin Kisleika, design manager & product designer
Mentorship. Article writing. Speaking and masterclass.
Studying at the British Higher School of Art and Design was a life-changing experience. I met amazing teachers who made me the person I am today. Now I am happy to be able to give something back to the community.
01. Mentorship
Hundreds of consultations and mentoring sessions.
Five years ago, I noticed a growing demand from the community for one-on-one design consultations. Initially, I offered free consultations through social media posts and Calendly.
This evolved into using the specialised platform ADPList, where I have mentored for 2645 minutes, reaching mentees from 20 different countries.
I found these interactions to be both inspiring and educational for myself.
As a mentor on ADPList, I am proud to have been recognised twice in the top 1% of design mentors.
02. Speaking
Two dozen conference papers, several Masterclasses and lectured to students.
Not only did I share my experience, but I also learnt how to feel confident in a stressful situation.
03. Writing
13 articles about design and designers.
The most popular article on how to design a table has been viewed 30,000 times.
How to Build a Strong Design Team
2020
The Death of Trends in Design, or How to Create an Awesome Digital Product
2020
What is a Product Designer: Roles, Required Skills, and Career Paths
2020
Essential Soft Skills for Designers: Examples Across Different Levels
2021
Top 7 Hard Skills for Designers
2021
11½ Practical Tips for Design Leads, or “Learn from My Mistakes”
2021
Table Design for Beginners
2022
Finding a Job: A Product-Oriented Approach
2022
How a Beginner Designer Can Easily Land Their First Job
2022
Yet Another Article on Design Systems (in Product Design)
2022
Dumplings, Cats, and Conversion Rates: A Day in the Life of a Design Director
2023
WHEN CAPS LOCK IS APPROPRIATE: Emphasis and Other Typography Tips
2023
How to Redesign a Service: Illustrated with a Medieval Castle Example
2023
