Seeking Advice on Landing a Senior UI/UX Role After Freelancing and Founding Experiences

Hi Product Hunt community, I’m Sri Gokul Krishnan, a Senior UI/UX Designer with 6.5 years of experience, including freelancing and founding my own startup. Recently, I’ve faced some significant challenges in my career journey. Last year, my previous company downsized, and I was one of the employees affected. Following this, I took a 7-month break to care for my sister, who was diagnosed with cancer. Over the past 4 months, I’ve attended 15 interviews but haven’t received a positive outcome—most feedback suggests my profile is “on hold.” While I’m proud of my freelancing and leadership experience as a founder, I wonder if these aspects, coupled with my recent break, are being seen as barriers to landing a new role. I’d love to hear from this incredible community: How can I position my background and experiences more effectively to highlight my skills and resilience? Has anyone faced similar career transitions, and how did you navigate them? Any advice on refining my portfolio (www.srigokulkrishnan.com) or interview approach to make a stronger impact? I’m eager to connect with like-minded professionals, learn from your experiences, and make strides toward joining a dynamic team. Thank you for your support and insights! 🙌 Looking forward to your thoughts. 😊