110: How Jane Got Hired As A Principal Product Researcher After Emigrating To The USA With No Professional Network

Career Strategy Podcast with Sarah Doody | UX, Product Design, UX Research

In this episode, we’re taking you inside a Career Strategy Lab Open House, where we chat with Jane, a UX researcher who landed a Principal UX Researcher role at Whole Foods—despite having no prior U.S. work experience or connections!

Jane’s story is an incredible example of what’s possible when you shift from a scarcity mindset to a strategic approach in your job search.

🔹 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✔️ Why treating your career like a product roadmap leads to better opportunities

✔️ How Jane overcame imposter syndrome and job search doubts

✔️ The biggest mistakes she made before joining Career Strategy Lab

✔️ The power of clarity in choosing the right roles and companies

✔️ How she landed a job above the level she applied for

✔️ Why negotiation isn’t just about salary—it’s about strategy

Whether you're feeling stuck in your job search or just need some motivation, Jane’s experience will inspire you to take action and own your career strategy.

✨ Considering Career Strategy Lab? Jane shares why she believes it’s a priceless investment in your future.

🎧 Tune in now and get ready to rethink how you approach your job search!

🎬 Watch our free UX Job Search Workshop and learn how to stand out in 2025

👉 Join Career Strategy Lab, a UX job search accelerator for UX and Product people.

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