The Part of Design Interviews Nobody Talks About

Hosted by Erin Essex and Alicia Gonzalez

Tue, Jul 14, 2026

4:00 PM UTC (30 minutes)

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What you'll learn

How the first impression sets the cognitive anchor

Understand how cognitive anchoring influences decision-making and how to create a strong foundation from the beginning.

How to navigate confirmation bias

Learn how to leverage confirmation bias and the halo effect to go further in interviews.

How to increase your perceived value in interviews

Learn how to frame your experience so interviewers understand the value you bring.

Why this topic matters

You got the interview — but now you have to do the hard part: explain why you're the right person for the job. Your work may be flawless and your designs impeccable — but if you can't communicate your value clearly and present yourself well, you'll be cast away instantly. This lesson teaches you how to set yourself up for success and how to present yourself as a stronger candidate.

You'll learn from

Erin Essex

Sr Interaction Designer @Youtube | Former Design Director: MongoDB, Shutterstock

Erin Essex is a senior interaction designer, tech educator, and sought-after international speaker. With a background in Moth-style storytelling, she has spent years helping people craft compelling narratives for both work and life. She’s used these strategic storytelling techniques to land high profile jobs, lead design projects, and connect with audiences across platforms. In this lesson, Erin will dive into the intricacies of leaving a positive first impression so you can apply them to your next interview.

Alicia Gonzalez

Sr Learning Specialist & Education Consultant | Host

Alicia Gonzalez is a Senior Learning Specialist with a background in education, consulting, and learner engagement. In this lesson, she will be asking our subject matter expert, Erin Essex, some thought provoking questions on the psychology and tactics behind creating a strong first impression.


Previously at

YouTube
Google
MongoDB
Shutterstock
Major League Baseball
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