8 October 2025
A few days ago, I read this Substack about reverse imposter syndrome. This is exactly how I feel right now.
I am currently applying for a new role as a software engineer, and the job market has been brutal, to say the least. I have been applying for three months now and going through interviews with no luck. I feel like I am qualified for these jobs, but I just don't know how to showcase my talent. I always get really anxious during interviews and lowball my achievements. I just don't know how to brag about myself and I cringe every time I try to do that.
At this point I feel stuck. I know the solution is to be "more confident" or "position myself" or whatever, but it is such a hard skill to learn. Seriously, how do people stop their racing thoughts and shaky hands during interviews? I wish companies would just see beyond all that.
I feel tense, stressed and sad. I will work on my confidence during interviews later, but for today, I will let myself feel miserable for a bit.