Free Lesson
The Part of Design Interviews Nobody Talks About
30 min
Jul 14, 2026 12:00 PM
Virtual (Zoom)
In this video
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
Alicia Gonzalez
Sr Learning Specialist & Education Consultant | Host
Previously at
