Job hunting for a year, I usually ace interviews. Rejections were always out of my control... I always get great feedback.

Then came an interview for my dream product manager role. I prepped for hours, bought a tailored outfit, and knew my stuff inside out.

But the moment I sat down, my brain went completely blank. Massive, awkward pauses. I missed the point of every question, even though I knew the answers later. I’m so incredibly mad at myself. Anyone who can lift my spirit?

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