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 You have got an interview tomorrow
and you are nervous. You have lots of pressure on you as to what if you don't
qualify, what if you are unable to answer the questions, what if you are laughed
at. You are having lots of negative thoughts and you don't know how to calm your
nerves. Well first of all, don't put too much pressure on yourself and relax.
Even if you are not able to answer a few questions it won't be the end of the
world. If things don t go your way, there are many more interviews you can
attend. Although most people are nervous to some extent, appearing nervous in an
interview may hurt your chances. Successful job seekers appear confident and
self-assured. Even though you may not feel that way inside, there are some
things you can do to cope.
If you can identify the reasons why you might feel nervous, you may be able to
keep yourself calm and composed. Some of the reasons that may be making your
nervous are listed below with possible solutions to calm yourself:
Fear of the new job
You may be nervous because you maybe applying for a job for the first time or
applying in a field which is totally new to you, or applying for one in an
unfamiliar environment or company. It is ok to be nervous but remember that
everywhere you have ever worked was new at one time and if this is your first
job then you have to begin someday and being nervous is not going to help. Focus
on the positives and look at this as a potential new adventure.
Social anxiety
If you are nervous about the people that you are going to work with and the work
environment then this experience is called as social anxiety. Well you need not
be nervous about that coz it will take you a few days to adjust to your new work
environment and all you have to keep in mind that everyone there working with
you is human. You are worthy of attention from the interviewer, so convey all
your skills and accomplishments.
Fear of the competition
This is a deep-set fear in the minds of almost all job seekers. You may have
think that your qualification is not worth enough for the job expectations and
maybe everyone applying for the job deserve the post. But you are wrong. Never
underestimate yourself and remember everyone probably shares that fear, to some
degree. Many of these applicants are probably as nervous or more nervous than
you are. Once you are there, remember that you have just as good a chance as
anyone else applying for that job. Knowing that may help you to put things into
perspective.
Lack of confidence
Many job seekers lack confidence and are not bold enough to face interviews
openly and courageously. Well remember one thing that confidence is the key to
success and if you are not confident about your skills and capabilities then you
will never succeed in life.
Performance anxiety
You probably will be asked some questions that may be challenging, and you may
be afraid that you will freeze or give an incorrect answer. Well to overcome
this anxiety all you have to do is prepare yourself thoroughly. Think your
answers through beforehand and if possible, research what type of questions this
company asks during the interview. Preparation will help to dispel fear and will
make you feel more confident and composed. |