How to Beat the Interview Jitters
Written by Kathy Marshall, Professional Resume Writer
It is only natural to be a little nervous during job interviews. You can do a lot to help yourself feel more comfortable, and in turn, to make the interviewer more comfortable.
First, take care of the basics: get a good night of sleep the night before, arrive a little early so you are not hurried, and dress appropriately, BUT be sure to wear clothes that make you feel good about yourself.
Remember, an interview is no time to be modest about your skills. You don’t want to be overly boastful, but you do need to make positive statements about yourself. Review the job-winning resume that 1-on-1.resumes.com helped you create so you can sell yourself even better. Don’t be shy – you are expected to talk well about yourself. Don’t rush your words. Take some deep breaths. It might surprise you to know that the person interviewing you might be a little nervous, too. Often they don’t interview for a living, just when there is a position in their department to fill.
So relax. A little bit of nerves can put you at the top of your game. Don’t think all or nothing thoughts that are only likely to make yourself overly anxious. Remember... you are interviewing the interviewer, too. Make it a mutually beneficial conversation; don’t proceed as if they hold all the cards. You have a lot to bring to the position. By itself, that positive thought ought to reduce your stress level...
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