Just because I'm curious and love to know different perspectives/techniques, how do you typically prepare for interviews? Do you do a certain activity or ritual that always puts you in the right headspace?

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Personally, I like to take some time to really research the company and role, then practice my answers out loud. I also make sure to do something calming beforehand, like a quick walk or some deep breathing, to clear my head and feel grounded. Helps every time!

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The typical prep work, I’ll look up general interview questions and run through them. Research the company and try to have some questions or insights. Right before an interview I love to listen to some music to get out of my head a bit! Try to ‘get in the zone’ 😂

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Music is definitely a good move! It always puts me in the right frame of mind too

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