history: My boss informed me that I am in pole position of getting the promotion. My boss informed me that I am in the first position of getting the promotion That's pretty awesome_comma_ congrats
current: Thanks, my confidence in my abilities is just getting better and better!
next: Confidence is key, it's honestly what upper management looks for not necessarily technical skills right off the bat...just like Leo DiCaprio in "Catch Me if You Can" haha