Confessions of a first year Web Dev

This was my first speaking event, I pretty much poured my heart out to a room full of like minded creatives and tech heads touching on issues such as imposter syndrome and finding your place in a large pond.

Transcript

1. CONFESSIONS OF A @emilyvc_ FIRST YEAR WEB DEV
2. @mixd www.mixd.co.uk
5. ME LUKE TOM
6. @workintheweb
7. Some confessions that probably won’t make this talk…
8. “ I once pooped my pants at work and hid my underwear inside a box that got shipped to a customer ”
10. “ My manager doesn’t know I practice breakdancing in our conference room before anyone shows up for work ”
12. But seriously…
13. I have felt overwhelmed on a daily basis. It’s pretty daunting starting out. CONFESSION #1
14. CONFESSION #2 I really need to stop comparing myself to other people. We’ve all been there.
15. Spread support not judgement
16. CONFESSION #3 Blank pages are the most daunting thing I can think of. Where’s my creative genie?
17. CONFESSION #4 I should have stuck to my guns a lot more. Have faith in yourself.
18. CONFESSION #5 I actually really enjoy working with clients. Communication is key.
21. CONFESSION #5 I‘ve sometimes been scared to ask for help. Learn from the best.
22. Thanks for listening
23. Questions? @emilyvc_