What do you do if you're nervous about a job interview?

Try to think from the interviewer’s perspective. They are not just there to evaluate candidates unilaterally; they want to draw out as much of the candidate’s story as possible. Remember that after the interview, you could potentially become a customer, not just a candidate. Interviewers want to build a good relationship with candidates as much as possible. Give yourself credit for passing the document screening. It’s an achievement in itself. Don’t forget that interviewers are also being evaluated by candidates and may be nervous! An interview is not just about how excellent you are. It’s about the match between you and the position. So don’t worry about the outcome!

Keep your cool, motivate yourself, practice before mirror, answer what you know, envision that you have got the job, When you know yourself well, you can also better manage your nerves by focusing on your strengths and how they align with the job requirements, which can make you feel more in control and less anxious.

I envision myself in the role that I am competing to secure. I practice speaking "as if" I have the role. I make sure to communicate my interest in the role connecting to specific job responsibilities that most excite me. I prepare some statements of points I want to make and find a question where those are most important. I look the person asking the question in the eye and do my best (still improving on this one) to formulate my thoughts and give a concise answer that has depth.

The best way to get over those pre interview nerves is simply relax and be yourself. As someone who has conducted numerous interviews in my career, the best advice that i can give is to be authentic and not try too hard to impress. At the end of the day authenticity goes a long way in making a positive impact.

A few ideas. 1. Reflect about what is making you feel nervous & take action on it. For ex., let's say that what is making you feel nervous is that you feel not so knowledgeable about one aspect of the job, then read about the topic / reach out to someone knowledgeable about this / take some quick course. 2. Listen about your self-talk: what are you saying to yourself about this interview? Is it helpful? If not, reformulate it. 3. What do you associate a job interview with? What if you were to see an interview just as an opportunity to meet new people and learn something new instead? 4. Do your research and practice; the fact of feeling knowledgeable and prepared can make you feel calmer. 5. Think about your strengths and breathe :-)

Practice. Practice. Practice. I swear by the S.T.A.R. method (Situation, Task, Action, Result). Follow this method when you are answering questions. Even if you are nervous, it will help you to remain focused, concise, and speak with clarity. Use the S.T.A.R. method to tell the story of each bullet point on your resume. It is fair to assume the interviewer will ask you about the things on your resume and you will be prepared.

One thing I've found helpful: practice! Practice will ease the tension prior actual interview, not only in the way you deliver your pitch but also in your body language. Have a group of friends or colleagues run a mock-up interview.

Yes, practice hard. Make yourself a hard to impress coach for yourself. Yet.. Don’t fall for the myth that “practice makes perfect”. It’s more like “near perfect”. Everyone feels nervous, it’s a human thing. Don’t fight it: accept it. And go give your best anyway 🙂 If the interviewer asks you “Are you nervous?”, simply say “yes, a bit nervous. Who wouldn’t be?” with a smile. Your genuine answers and simplicity would always win hearts.

Practice. Yes, out loud! It's great to prepare answers ahead of time, but if you don't practice saying those answers out loud, you may find yourself wandering off on a tangent, veering away from the main points you want to emphasize. Keep your answers simple, and instead of memorizing an entire speech, focus on your opening and closing points, using bullet points for the rest. I love the idea of practicing with a friend or family member - and if you have a VIRTUAL interview, be sure to do a run-through with someone via zoom. You want to check your eye contact, camera angles, background, and most importantly, your sound! You want to be sure the interviewers can hear you clearly, so they know what a great candidate you are!

A positive mindset is a choice. It promises that when you choose to look on the bright side of life and make the best out of any situation, you’ll create a better reality for yourself.

Mental imagery is a powerful tool to overcome nervousness, which can eventually lead to imposter syndrome. In addition to rehearsing for the interview, visualize yourself doing the job. Mentally craft potential challenges and opportunities. Become one with the role, as if you are auditioning for a leading role in a play. It may sound far fetched or cliche, but if you can't see yourself in the role, it will be harder to demonstrate your expertise in front of strangers.

Visualising is one part. Embodying is more powerful. Nervousness stems from fear. Fear of failure. Fear of unknown. Fear of success even. By visualising, you want to make the emotions of excitement, confidence and success the NORM. Before the interview, visualise every detail. See yourself smiling excitedly in the waiting room. Imagine the smells around you (your perfume, the coffee). See yourself walking into the room, shoulders back feet grounded, smile on your face, head high, breathing calm. See yourself answering all the questions with ease. Now, how do you feel? Enhance that feeling inside you. Now before the interview, when you stand the way you imagined you’ll relive those emotions of confidence, excitement (whatever). Not nerves.

I call this the process of incubation and I practice it for every occasion or event, not just interviews. I visualise the process or event from start to finish - I picture every possible scenario that could present itself and I mentally unravel every obstacle that could emerge. I have done this often enough that it starts to feel like dejavu - like I have been here, done that and imbues me with a sense of confidence.

Knowing the end goal, if you have you reread your list of accomplishments. In order to be successful, you need to see it and believe you’re that person to achieve it.

You might know you’re nervous, but the recruiter doesn’t have to. Sit up straight, make eye contact, and use approachable body language. Practice mindful breathing and try not to talk too fast when you’re answering questions. It can help to approach the interview as a conversation rather than a make-or-break meeting. While you should show self-assurance, remember that confidence doesn’t mean arrogance. Speak honestly about why you think you’re the right person for the job, backing up every claim with anecdotes and nods to your abilities. Acting like you already have the job in the bag can be offputting for a recruiter.

Consider other calming techniques such as meditation, tapping, or yogic ear buzzing. Visualize yourself as calm and collected. Because you are!

Keep in mind, the company is interested in you, otherwise you wouldn't have made it to the interview stage - remind yourself you have the skills and you are qualified for the role. Try a square breathing technique to calm your nerves (breathe in slowly for 4 seconds, hold the breath for 4 seconds, breathe out slowly for 4 seconds, hold for 4 seconds, and repeat).

One exercise I've shared with my clients to help reduce stress is to keep both of your hands under a desk or in your lap, and slowly trace your fingers or touch your fingertips together one by one. This exercise can be used to help keep track of your breath, or even keep track of the STAR method when you're answering behavioural questions! The sensation and movement of your hands will help you feel more in control while engaging your brain in a different way.

I found it helpful not to see this as an interview but approach the conversation with a curious mindset and see it as two individuals having a learning conversation where you both have questions for each other. Also always see this as an opportunity to see yourself working this organization and know you have as much a choice to decide if this is ideal fit for you as the hiring organization

I remember the worst experience of my life in an interview. I was so nervous that I completely forgot my English! English is not my first language and with the nerves and anxiety, I blocked. The hiring manager was very supportive, and offered me a glass of water. I told them the truth, that I was nervous. Deep breath and I was able to move on. I got the job. Regardless forgetting my English! Months later, talking with one of the hiring managers on that interview, we remembered the episode. Their impression? That I didn’t let the nerves get up on me and that I was able to overcome a challenging moment. Lesson learnt! Stay positive. Be honest. And move on!

It is totally normal to feel nervous in an interview. The person(s) interviewing you can be very nervous as well. If you are feeling nervous, acknowledge it, let the person(s) interviewing you know, it could actually be a nice ice breaker that calms everyone down in the interview.

Your mind is a powerful tool. A positive mindset helps you unlock your full potential and achieve your goals. Someone with a positive mental attitude sets ambitious goals, is confident in reaching them, and sees challenges as opportunities. The mind is so powerful that your mindset can affect your health, your performance on cognitive and physical challenges, your ability to relate to others and how they perceive you, and ultimately your life outcomes.

Remember not to steer the interviewer down any dark alleys- your perceived weaknesses such as job gaps or lateral moves. Those are just in your imagination. Speak with kindness and the true belief in yourself and your super powers.

* Research the company. * Formulate questions to ask. * Show interest in the role. * Engage with the interviewer. * Prepare to learn more.

You can ask about the day-to-day responsibilities of the job, the company culture or important qualities needed to excel in the position. Use your research to develop detailed questions. Write a few questions down to take with you to the interview. Being prepared shows you are invested in the position and curious about how to be the best fit.

Preparing questions not only demonstrates engagement but also offers a chance to redirect focus and compose yourself. Craft inquiries showcasing industry knowledge and eagerness to contribute, reflecting genuine interest in the role and company.

Durante la etapa de entrevista, tú también puedes hacer preguntas que te ayuden a conocer mejor la empresa, el área y el puesto al que postulas. Además, al hacer preguntas adecuadas, estás mostrando interés en la empresa, y que has invertido tiempo investigando y conociendo más sobre ellos, y eso te hace ver más profesional. Busca hacer preguntas que sean de tu genuino interés como conocer el día a día de la posición, las expectativas de la empresa sobre la persona que ocupe la posición, o similares.

Ask questions related to: 1) what they really need you to do; 2) their opinion of most important result you can facilitate to provide the greatest return on investment; 3) what you have to do, within the first 6 months of employment for them to feel that you were the best hire for the role. This is important because most candidates will ask self serving questions related to their training program, career progression, the organization's plans for cuture growth, etc. By taking the opposite approach, they will correctly perceive you as being UNIQUE due to your eagerness and enthusiasm. Prove that you will work your tail off to achieve the assigned goals. After the you earn an offer, you can ask questions to decide if you want the job.

If you set your goals ridiculously high and it's a failure, you will fail above everyone else's success. Life is so much bigger than your scope of vision and should be appreciated for its infinite possibilities. Many of life's failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up. So be patient, gentle, merciful and kind as you attempt to uncover, untangle, revisit and reclaim while you’re inside the vast field of emotions within the process of working through. Every time we fall or fail, we should look at the cause of the things going wrong, rather than the symptoms. Although you don't deserve it, and there's no valid answer to offer why the good must undergo the deepest pain. I know you'll rise again.

It's ok to be nervous, it means you really care and want to get that job. Hence here is what you need to do: 1. Take deep breaths and calm yourself 2. Give positive affirmations to yourself 3. Have a glass of water 4. Practice in front of a mirror, look at yourself confidently and observe your expressions and body language 5. Always read about the organisation, it's founders, any recent achievements 6. Let the interviewer know you may be a little nervous - all interviewers understand this 7. Prepare yourself for the worst 8. Make sure you have answers with examples on how you are relevant for the role 9. Ask questions about the role which further showcases your interest in the position

Develop stories that highlight your experience. Storytelling is a great way to keep the hiring managers attention and to remember what you want to say. It is hard to forget a story, once you know it well. Stories should fit multiple situations and answer more than one question, although you will want to use it only once during an interview.

Remember that you are interviewing them as much as they are interviewing you. By knowing your worth and value to the job you are interviewing for, you will display confidence and make sure that you choose the job that best suits your goals, skills and passion.

Practice, practice, practice..... preparing and practicing ahead of time can help calm your worries. Research the company, go over common interview questions, and rehearse your responses. This will make you feel more confident and ready when the moment arrives. During the interview, remember to keep eye contact with the interviewer, talk clearly and confidently, and take your time before responding. It is acceptable to pause slightly to collect your thoughts; this demonstrates that you are smart and calm.