I'm doing a series of blogs on interview tips for teenagers although they are just as relevant for anyone facing an interview. One of the main stumbling blocks for success at interview is a fear of interviews. So I'm going to focus on overcoming fear of interviews.
What is the fear? Where does it come from? What triggers it?
This will of course vary from person to person as each person is unique and will handle situations in their own way. And for that reason at this stage I want you to stop comparing yourself to others. Focus on what it is that you are afraid of and where does it come from. Is it based on experience? Or is it other peoples fear that you have taken on board? If you have never had an interview before how do you know it's time to be afraid? Get curious about what the fear is telling you.
It probably means that you are not yet ready for the interview and that you still have some research, preparation or practice to do. You may need to get a personal coach to help you with overcoming your fear of interviews. Only you can tell what it is that you need. So take action now well before the interview to put yourself in the best possible state on the actual day.
Some nerves and butterflies in the tummy on the day of the interview are quite normal and you can get a natural remedy such as Rescue Remedy to help steady your nerves.
So the key things with overcoming your fear of interviews is to get curious about the fear and than work out what you need to do to reduce the fear.
Enjoy the process of life,
Noelyne Jones
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