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Isabella Sampson
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I get exrltra nervous during interviews

Pleasssssaeeeew help me.....

Hi, this is like the 8th interview have attended in the past 6months and am still no good at it, even though have been reading online concerning how to ace an interview and I usually research the companies before I attend any and even rehearse my responses to any possible question the interviewer may ask but at the end I still end up flopping!!

I once got shortlisted for a job in a major bank down here, with recruitment process that lasted 6months...I aced every stage and even managed to pass the peer to peer interview but when it got to the interview with the panel...it wasn't so good.

I answered questions asked too honestly that I could tell I was fuckibg up inside but couldn't help myself. When asked some questions , I sometimes draw blank before eventually responding with a weak answer at the end I didn't qualify fie the next stage.. It was devastating.

Thing is am hundred percent sure am capable of handling whatever responsibility these jobs entails and contributing even more to their development and would end up being a valuable asset to them eventually but the problem is how to make them see it

Please I need serious help

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Kingsley Nnaji
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TRY TO BE RELAX, BE YOURSELF. DON'T BE NERVOUS OKAY. LOOK AT THEM AS A LITTLE BABIES

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ZATA MAGLOIRE ZIGBE
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GOD WILL HELP YOU BE QUIET

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Saunte Robinson
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Isabella, today I had my second panel interview, I started sweating and my voice was shaking and they asked me if I needed a tissue because I was sweating due to being nervous. They actually asked me how my high hunting was coming and I explained to them I was with my employer for 12 years and now being out back out in the market having to go through the interview processes again everything has changed and that panel interviewing was a extreme challenge. After that they simply told me to relax and everything was ok that they are just family. That actually helped! I was able to then focus on conveyong to them that Im great at what I do! I May not be great at having these questions thrown at me randomly but no one can do the job that I would in the position. I just spoke extremely confident of my work and about what I can bring. When I walked out I called my mom and told her it was hotrible and I was so disappointed. I sent my follow-ip email when i got home and within 15min. they had responded to me telling me that I have been invited to the next round. So maybe try being transparent about your interview struggles yet make sure you also let them know interviewing is not your job description but that you are excellent at what it is you do.

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Dana Dennis
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My opinion, your trying to hard. I get really nervous myself, gotta learn to relax, breath and be urself. (Example). would u hire an actor to put a roof on your home? Of course not. the refusal thing, for me, throws me off my game befor it starts. All cause they gonna ask the 1 question that u didnt rehearse and u find yourself lost for words for a min. Try to think of it as ur talking to ur friends, be yourself. You got this

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jacob leach
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You yummy

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Dollie Martin
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Relax being told no is not easy to take. Try doing something fun and energic. To keep your mind from going crazy about an interview. It helps. And it will loosing you up. So you will not be nervous and make mistakes that will cause you not to get hired.

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bridgett irving
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Isabella. Try to concentrate. Dont be scared.

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Sharon Brumley
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My dear Isabella - First and foremost - your honesty and candor regarding this subject matter is very relatable to me....I'm 68 years old and STILL feel the same way. IT is daunting. However, I do want to hopefully help...we all get a little squeamish when we are "on the spot" however - I think one of the best bits of advice I ever received was from the President of a company I worked for years ago...he said....when people interview, Slow down your mind....and your thinking ...it is NOT a race and no one is going anywhere. Try to concentrate on what is being said...not on the answer you are giving>..and more importantly....think about how lucky these people are that YOU walked through their door and AGREED to interview with them...and MIGHT even CONSIDER working with them....remember YOU are interviewing them as well - it's not just a one-way street. Your looks give way to a very confident, beautiful, strong, intelligent woman...who KNOWS exactly what she wants. Display this attitude and confidence during your interview and you should have no problems whatsoever....remember...YOU are STRONG, POWERFUL and CONFIDENT ...YOU WILL be offered the job...the question for them is - WILL you decide you WANT it....!! You certainly have what it takes to be confident....how strut your stuff and go get any job you want!

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bridgett irving
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Just count to 10 and get the job.

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Daniel Trujillo
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Hello Isabella, know that many people go through the same problem that you are going through, public speaking of any kind gets people nervous. Don't try to be perfect when answering questions. I do believe that it is best to be as honest as you can when being interviewed but you can also focus on your strengths while expressing your willingness to work on your weaknesses. As a Christian, I always ask for God's help when confronting challenges and he does assist when going through difficult situations. Best wishes and I will keep you in my prayers.

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