I just started my first full-time design job and I already miss being the student with potential. Now I’m just… slow. Everyone says take your time, but deadlines exist and I feel dumb asking questions I definitely should know by now. Is this normal growing-pain impostor syndrome or am I actually behind? How long did it take you to feel competent at your first job?

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From first hand experience I found this to be normal. I started feeling confident in my role a year and a half in. Asking questions is not frowned upon if you have a supportive team/supervisor. Asking questions should be encouraged!

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You got confident pretty fast! Took me years to

Don't hesitate to ask questions. It's far better to ask a question about something than to spend time going down the wrong path, or to screw something up completely. It takes a while to feel comfortable with any job, and it's not a bad thing to feel a little shaky. Better that than arrogance. If you put forth your best effort you'll be surprised at how quickly you start to feel confident.

Totally agree!

I feel you 🤍 mannnnnnn the imposter syndrome just left and I worked as a junior designer, designer then jr art director, currently mid level and ready for senior level. It takes time to build confidence and lots of reps….. millions of edits … keep on going. Ask questions. Find a mentor.

Ps I love student life as well and encourage you to keep learning. I’m still taking online courses and watch tutorials every other day to stay sharp.

By the way, Congratulations!!! In-house or agency??

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