The Nervous Voice in Your Head? It’s Costing You Promotions

👤 Caitlin Snethlage
📅 2026-04-24

You’re in the review meeting and the team lead just asked a question about the project you’ve been refining for weeks. You know the answer. But when you open your mouth, nothing comes out. Meanwhile, your mind is saying: Wait, double-check, make sure, don’t risk it. Then, someone else jumps in and answers for you. By the time you have your response, everyone’s moved on and you’re kicking … Full Product UX article at Interaction Design Foundation »

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