How can I make the interview process less dreadful for myself? I am a strong candidate for the roles I am interviewing for, but the anxiety of case interviews and potentially failing is killing my confidence. Any helpful tips or mindsets to work on?

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Ive been dealing with this myself (no case interviews) but whats been working for me is just remembering that even if I dont get the job that fortunately I will still be employed and trying to remain grateful for that

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For real. It works.

I work in executive search and interview people almost everyday. I can't help with case interviews specifically, but I always advise candidates that every interview and assessment process is a learning experience, and you're richer for having put yourself forward, even if you don't get the job.

Also always remember that not getting a job isn't always a reflection on you and only you - its a reflection of the wider candidate pool and who you're up against. Those factors are not under your control. How can you fail at something you didn't have control over?

Hope that was helpful.

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Accept lack of confidence and choose to do it anyways. Focus on doing your best for you - not the outcome. You will feel good doing your best no matter the outcome.

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Have a plan Z: what you'll do if all fails. If you have an ok plan Z then all else is made a bit less important

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Thank you all.

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