I performed mediocrely in an interview today for my dream job. Is there any way that I can save face? I didn’t bomb it but know that I didn’t do well, either

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Email them and say this is my dream job, I was nervous, and so I don’t think I was at my best; here’s what I should have said differently. You have nothing to lose. If it’s your dream, you will only regret what you *don’t* do to try to snag it. Good luck x

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But this is the thing. If you don’t think you did as well as you could, say it. I mean it goes without saying, you should do what feels right to you. But don’t be afraid because of manners / fear of embarrassment / uncertainty. If you want this, do everything you can to grab it with both hands. It’s not desperate, it’s honest. Again, good luck. X

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