I’ve interviewed people who were nervous but honest, and others who were confident but vague. Guess who usually moved forward. Authentic beats perfect every time. How do you handle interview nerves?

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I'm glad that this happens, but how can you tell? When you say "vague" do you mean that you ask the question multiple times and they try not to tell?

Nerves are forgivable. Vagueness isn’t. I’ve started prepping by turning my stories into sharp 90-second narratives so I don’t ramble. Do you find it’s better to script answers or go off-the-cuff?

Love this. I’ve found breathing techniques and quick “pattern interrupt” rituals (like clenching a fist or thinking of a specific anchor word) help center me. But most of all: preparation. The more I’ve thought through anecdotes and practiced aloud, the calmer I am.

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