You walk into an interview, and everything tightens.

Your throat dries up. Your thoughts go blank.

You’ve practiced. You know your case studies.

But still, that little voice shows up:

“Do I really belong here?”

“Am I saying this right?”

“Are they buying it—or just being polite?”

This isn’t a prep problem.

It’s not a confidence problem.

It’s a story problem.

You’re walking into high-stakes moments without a narrative that makes you believe in yourself—so no wonder you crumble under pressure.

Here’s what most designers don’t realize:

Imposter syndrome thrives in ambiguity.

In vague memories. Forgotten wins.

In never quite owning the full weight of what you’ve actually done.

The antidote?

Owning your story with ruthless clarity.

Not just what you did—but what it meant.

Not just the process—but the outcome.

Not just how you solved problems—but why it mattered.

Because when you can articulate your impact clearly, confidently, and without apology—you shift.

From “I hope they like me” to “Here’s what I bring.”

From hoping to be picked to knowing you’re the obvious choice.

You don’t need more fake confidence.

You need better storytelling.

Not the fluffy kind.

The kind that cements your identity.

The kind that builds trust—in yourself and in the room.

You don’t eliminate imposter syndrome by psyching yourself up.

You eliminate it by reminding yourself who the hell you already are.

Are you walking into interviews with a case study—or a conviction?

— Joseph

P.S.

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