How do you get over interview nerves when you are so desperate to find another gig?

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In the same boat, phone interviews made me more comfortable in the situation, prepare prepare prepare

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Realize that people like to talk about themselves. Ask questions like, “why did you decide to join this firm? What made you stay here so long?” If you treat it like a new client interview, you will always get the job. Shows you know how to do your job. I hire everyone that asks me why I’m sitting in my chair talking to people that are sitting on their.

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Breathe. Relax. Interview is only a conversation, make sure you prepare beforehand and be yourself.

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Do some light exercise before hand (phone interviews) Write down notes to key questions on post its and keep them in front of you Practice answering questions ahead of time

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I try make small talk with someone (receptionist, other candidates, etc.) before the interview starts. Helps a lot with nerves because you're already smiling and talking

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Think of it as going from something good to something better, and you�ll alleviate a lot of the pressure! For all the ups and downs, we have pretty good jobs many people would want.

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Abundance mentality!

Focus on your core value. You should be interviewing them also. It needs to be a mutual fit. Other than getting your foot in the door what are you looking to gain intellectually?

Try positive self talk. Tell yourself you are NOT desperate and they any company would be lucky to hire you

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