Pass It On

Name: Pass It On
Author: Night Bench Stories

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Story Description

Discover the heartwarming journey of Leo, a junior designer whose life takes an unexpected turn when a fake job interview leads to a real lesson in negotiation and self-worth. This inspiring tale explores the power of mentorship, the ripple effect of kindness, and the enduring legacy of those who choose to 'pass it on'. A cinematic story filled with emotion and modern-day challenges, perfect for anyone striving for growth.

Language:English

Published Date:February 13, 2026

Category:Growth stories

Reading Time:1 minutes

Keywords

Pass It Oncareer growthnegotiationmentorshiplegacyinspirationdesign jobLinkedInemotional storyprofessional development

Generation Prompt

Create a cinematic illustrated short storybook (15 pages) titled "Pass It On". Story summary: A junior designer earning $45,000 receives a LinkedIn message about a $140K job. During the interview, he learns the job doesn't exist. Instead, the recruiter teaches him how to negotiate, position himself, and rebuild his portfolio. He later doubles his salary and starts doing fake interviews to teach others. Eventually, he learns the original recruiter passed away from cancer, and the network continues as her legacy. Make it emotional, modern, realistic. Each page should include: 1. Short story text (not too long per page) 2. Illustration description 3. Consistent realistic character style Tone: cinematic, emotional, inspirational.