

Portfolio Anatomy
CAREER ANATOMY DISCOUNT!
Portfolio Anatomy is a 4-day intensive workshop designed to transform your portfolio from a simple project showcase into a powerful career asset that makes you irresistible to recruiters, hiring managers, and clients in the product design industry.
DETAILED CURRICULUM
DAY 1 (Feb 27) - THE SKELETON
Understanding Portfolio Fundamentals
Session 1: Anatomy of a Winning Portfolio (90 mins)
What recruiters actually look for in 2025
The 7-second rule: First impression psychology
Portfolio vs. Resume: Understanding the difference
Common portfolio mistakes that cost you interviews
Case study: Analyzing 3 industry-leading portfolios
Session 2: Structure & Story Framework (90 mins)
The Hero's Journey for your design career
Choosing the right 4-6 projects (quality over quantity)
Creating a narrative arc across your portfolio
Homepage strategy: Hook, credibility, CTA
About page that sells without selling
Workshop Activity:
Audit your current portfolio structure
Map out your project selection strategy
DAY 2 (Feb 28) - THE MUSCLES
Crafting Compelling Case Studies
Session 1: Case Study Anatomy (120 mins)
The perfect case study structure for product design
Problem → Process → Solution → Impact framework
Writing for skimmers and readers (dual-mode content)
Visual hierarchy in case study presentation
Showcasing collaboration & design thinking
Metrics that matter: Quantifying your impact
Session 2: Visual Presentation Mastery (90 mins)
Design your portfolio like a product
Typography, spacing, and grid systems
High-quality mockups and presentation
Mobile vs. Desktop case study considerations
Platform selection: Notion, Webflow, Framer, or custom?
Portfolio website speed and UX essentials
Workshop Activity:
Rewrite one case study using the framework
Create a visual template for consistency
DAY 3 (Mar 1) - THE NERVOUS SYSTEM (PRO ONLY)
Advanced Positioning & Industry Secrets
Session 1: The Cheeky Strategies (120 mins)
How to showcase NDA projects without breaking rules
Side projects that demonstrate initiative
"Fake it till you make it" done right: Concept work that impresses
Leveraging speculative redesigns strategically●
Building thought leadership through portfolio
Personal branding integration (LinkedIn + Portfolio synergy)
The psychology of pricing yourself (for freelancers)
Session 2: Insider Portfolio Tactics (90 mins)
What hiring managers won't tell you they notice
Subtle signals of seniority vs. junior designers
Industry-specific portfolio adjustments (B2B, B2C, SaaS, Startups)
Portfolio red flags and how to avoid them
Creating memorable "wow" moments in your work
Using process documentation as a differentiator
Workshop Activity:
Identify 3 "cheeky" improvements for your portfolio
Create a side project concept that showcases your thinking
DAY 4 (Mar 2) - THE POLISH (PRO ONLY)
Personalized Reviews & Launch Strategy
Session 1: Group Portfolio Review Session (120 mins)
Rajat reviews 8-10 submitted portfolios live
Real-time feedback and improvement suggestions
Common patterns and fixes
Q&A for all participants
Session 2: 1-on-1 Personalized Reviews (90 mins)
Every Pro subscriber gets a 10-minute personalized review slot
Specific, actionable feedback on your portfolio
Career positioning advice
Priority improvements roadmap
Session 3: Launch & Distribution (60 mins)
Portfolio SEO basics for organic discovery
Social media strategy for portfolio promotion
Building your design community presence
Keeping your portfolio updated: Maintenance strategy
Tracking portfolio performance (analytics that matter)Closing:
30-day action plan
Portfolio checklist & templates
Community access for continued feedback
🎁 DELIVERABLES
Base Subscribers Receive:
Session recordings (Days 1-2)
Portfolio structure template
Case study writing framework
Checklist for portfolio essentials
Pro Subscribers Receive:
Everything in Base, plus:
Session recordings (Days 3-4)
Advanced strategy playbook
10-minute personalized portfolio review by Rajat
Project selection matrix
Portfolio launch checklist
Lifetime community access for portfolio feedback
SUBSCRIPTION TIERS
BASE SUBSCRIPTION - ₹699 (after discount)
Duration: Days 1-2 (Core Foundation)
Access: Live sessions + recordings
Focus: Essential portfolio principles and structure
PRO SUBSCRIPTION - ₹1549 (after discount)
Duration: Days 1-4 (Complete Experience)
Access: Live sessions + recordings + personalized reviews
Focus: Foundation + Advanced strategies + 1-on-1 portfolio review by Rajat Patel