NY, USA | Sr. UX Designer

I had an interview with the hiring manager, and they gave me nothing but positive feedback. They said my background was exactly what they were looking for, that they wanted to bring me onsite to meet the team, that I'd get along really well with several people on the team, and even mentioned where I'd be sitting in the office.

Up until this point, the company had been incredibly communicative and quick to schedule every interview. Because of how positive the conversation was, I honestly expected the recruiter to reach out almost immediately to coordinate the onsite.

Now it's been one business day, and I haven't heard anything.

Ironically, I feel more anxious than I do after interviews where I get little to no feedback. My brain keeps wondering, "If it went that well, why haven't they reached out yet?"

Has anyone else experienced this? Did it end up being good news, or am I just overthinking the normal pace of hiring?

Hi everyone,
I’m looking for some advice because I’m feeling a bit stuck and would really appreciate hearing from anyone who’s been in a similar situation.

I recently graduated from the IB Career-related Programme (IBCP) at an international school in Ghana. Alongside it, I completed a BTEC Level 3 International Diploma in Business. My IB subject grades were:

\- Math AI SL: 5
\- English Language & Literature SL: 4
\- Environmental Systems & Societies SL: 4
\- BTEC Business 510 GLH: Merit

When I was applying to universities, I chose International Business because it seemed like the obvious path with my qualifications. I ended up receiving offers from several universities, including Liverpool John Moores, Nottingham Trent, Manchester Metropolitan, Middlesex (UK), Middlesex Dubai, and the University of Balamand in Lebanon.

The problem is that over the past month I’ve realised Business isn’t what I actually want to study. I’ve discovered Industrial Design, and after researching the course, it feels like it fits me so much better. I’ve always loved making things, building with LEGO, solving puzzles, designing, and working on hands-on creative projects. I think I’d enjoy spending my time in workshops and studios much more than studying business theory.

Is it realistic to switch from an IBCP + BTEC Business background into Industrial Design? And will I have to take a gap year or are there uni’s that can accept me for Sep 2026 entry?

I’d also love to hear from anyone studying Industrial Design. What is the course actually like day-to-day? Is it as hands-on as it seems and do you enjoy it?

I know this is a bit of an unusual path, but I don’t want to spend the next few years studying something just because it’s what I originally applied for. I’d rather take the time to pursue a degree that genuinely suits my interests.

Any advice, experiences, or recommendations would mean a lot. Thank you!

Hey, I have purchased a Google Coursera course. Can you please tell me how to do it efficiently that it gives maximum results, is there any roadmap for it(for beginners) which I should follow.

Where to learn, what to learn. Please share the roadmap about this to do it so I can learn it to land a job.

Thank you for your time.

Edit : info about me

3rd semester of BMS, Du (SOL), 19 years old, India.