I am now into my fifth month being unemployed. My last interview was with a recruiter about 6 weeks ago. I got an email asking for a phone interview next week, first round. It's a job I can do and it looks good, but I am a wreck right now. I am not sleeping well and now I am worried I will blow the interview by sounding unenthusiastic or tired (have not been sleeping well).

Any ideas how to recharge enthusiasm?

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Fake it. Smile. Have some espresso 60 min before the interview. Do some practice interviews with someone so you can adjust your acting a bit.

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+1 to the expresso and practice. Practice with Claude or Gemini. They are great at giving positive feedback on responses, creating questions for the role and industry. It makes me feel much more prepared. I’m on the same train, 6th month and 2 interviews next week - one contract and one perm. We are going to crush it!

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Yes use an AI tool. Upload your resume and job description. Ask it to help you. Also ask it how to shake the shakies. It will give you ideas. Finally. Get out a bit and socialize. Lastly ground yourself and ask the Holy Spirit to calm your nerves, open your mind and loosen you tongue. Lastly. No alcohol for a few days prior to interview ans walk a lot. Good luck!

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You must psyche yourself somehow! A shot of espresso, enough potassium in your system, and hydration. I know the doldrums of no employment.
Try to counteract that for the interview.

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