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    James

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    Design Lead at Independent

    James Cook
    James Cook is a Design, Product Research, Startup, Product Management, Software Engineering, Community Management Mentor at Veet

    I’m a designer who helps organisations build 
great in-house teams and digital services. 18 years industry experience. Free design mentoring β€” if you're starting your career, say hello. 🌈 LGBT+ ally. πŸš€ ADPList Top 1% Mentor, Jan–Jun 2025 πŸ† ADPList 2024 Top 100 Most Influential Mentors πŸ”₯ ADPList 2024 Wrapped: Top 10 Mentors Asia

    James Cook

    Design Lead at Independent

    Experience

    3 years, 2 months
    Work Experience

    Design Lead

    Thoughtworks

    January 2023 - Present β€’ 3 years, 2 mos

    Languages that I speak

    Available sessions

    Sessions will be available in your timezone (UTC)
    James Cook

    James Cook

    Design Lead

    Session duration

    30 minutes 1:1 call with mentor

    Mentorship session

    Book 1:1 sessions tailored to your needs, be present on time, and diligence throughout in order to achieve your goals.

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    Get to know James

    GOOD TO KNOW Before you book

    Frequently asked questions.

    To schedule a session, simply visit my profile and click on the "Book a session" button. Choose a convenient time, and I"ll do my best to accommodate or reschedule if need be.
    Absolutely! Your mentorship is personalized to your needs. Feel free to let me know specific areas you'd like to focus on during our sessions.
    I provide comprehensive support tailored to your specific goals. Whether you need career advice, skill development guidance, or simply someone to offer insights and motivation, I'm dedicated to helping you succeed.
    Our mentors are top industry experts who are associated with global brands and companies across tiers. They are selected to work as mentors after a thorough screening process. At Veet, ensure that you always get the best-qualified mentors to guide you.
    Privacy is of utmost importance. Our discussions are confidential, creating a safe space for open and honest communication.

    How it works

    How to book session with mentor

    Select a date and time

    Select a date and time from James’s available time slots.

    Receive a calendar invite

    After you have selected a date and time, you will receive a calendar invite with a google meet link.

    Hop on the call

    You and James will connect via a video call at the set time

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