By her second week, Debbie faced a challenge. The NGO campaign was behind schedule, and Alina's no-nonsense approach pushed her hard. Debbie spent late nights perfecting her work, fueled by cups of instant coffee and determination.
On Friday, during a presentation, Debbie stumbled
over her words. Her nerves got the better of her, and she fumbled her cue cards.
"Take a deep breath," Alina said, her tone firm but not unkind.
Debbie looked at her team and steadied herself. She started over, delivering her pitch with growing
confidence. When she finished, the room was silent
for a moment before Alina said, "Good. Now let's
refine it."
After the meeting, a colleague named Sarai, a bubbly graphic designer, approached her. "That was brave. You'll get the hang of it," she said, offering a reassuring smile.
Debbie felt a warmth she hadn't in a long time. She
was beginning to find her footing.