Design Life

308: Making the jump from mid to senior


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Femke and Charli explore the transition from mid-level to senior roles and touch upon the changes in responsibilities. They delve into practical tactics for boosting confidence and understanding workload expectations, as well as strategies to help listeners feel more secure in their new positions. Femke and Charli also give advice on embracing new opportunities while managing feelings of impostor syndrome.

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0:48 Episode begins
2:01 Mobbin sponsorship
3:54 Transitioning from mid to senior: How did responsibilities change? Was it a significant shift?
12:01 Tactics to boost confidence and support in your new role—understanding expected responsibilities and seeking peer insights.
15:08 Is this level of responsibility common for senior roles? Insights on expected workload.
21:11 Additional strategies for listeners to gain confidence in their new role.
24:26 Advice for embracing new opportunities versus dealing with impostor syndrome.

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