Interview in an hour… terrified. Practise with DP Ddid not help

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So I’m interviewing for a role at 230pm. I’ve made some pretty good prep materials, reflected a lot on my experiences and I do know a lot. I have practised out loud to myself once or twice but today DP told me to practise with him.

He said I sounded scripted, I’m too anxious, I’m trying to remember everything. I felt like crying.

im not going to get this job and it’s a lot to deal with. I hate interviews anyway but this has really demoralised me.

any last min tips!?

The interviewers are quite possibly nicer people than your husband and will understand your nerves! Good luck!

Tip number one....breathe!

You will sound scripted to your DP as he knows you, to interviewers you will simply sound prepared.

Honestly I've done lots of interviewing and anyone at any level who has bothered to prepare like you sound like you have will be streets ahead.

Breath and slow down, don't be afraid to take time to think. Good luck!

Make sure you look your interviewers in the eye. Breath ...... and smile occasionally. If you're joining an office environment, the interviewers will also be trying to find the right 'fit', so try and come across as friendly and personable.

I have no problem with people who comes across as having prepared - I am looking for people who have prepared!

Your DP's feedback is helpful, just ignore him.

Deep breaths - you've got this!

I’m petrified my mind will go blank and I’ll make a fool of myself

If your mind goes blank, tell them. Nerves are normal for an interview. Everyone will be feeling them.

Before walking in, try deep breathing. Its a relaxation technique. A deep breath in, hold it ...... release the breath slowly.

Yes - ignore your husband! What a twat to say that! It is always going to sound weird to your nearest and dearest when you are in 'professional persona' mode. I find it weird overhearing my husband on work calls - doesn't sound like him at all!

It sounds like you've done plenty of prep and have examples of where you have done or achieved certain things. I always try and think of it as just being a conversation where both parties are trying to see if you would suit the role/enjoy working there etc. It is as much for you as for them.

You've got this!

Oh, and have some good questions to ask them.

My mind went blank in an interview recently and I just and to say that to them, and gave a slightly related answer.

I got the job still!

I interview a lot. My favorite candidates are the ones who come across as warm, friendly and who smile at us.

You have prepared - you have got this . be yourself and you will do well.

But remember you are also interviewing them. Today gives you a chance to see if you want to work with them day by day too.

It might be a bit late now, but can you take a prompt card, just a few key words that will jog your memory?
Good luck

If a glass of water is offered, take it. The little sips you can take allow thinking time and its calming.
If you need to fidget your hands keep them under the desk.
Any questions at the end- show a genuine interest in the interviewers- how long have you worked here, what do you love about it?

Advice given to me when I repeatedly failed my driving test....
Mars for energy and 2 paracetamol to keep your temp down if you get stressed..
Guess what?
I passed.
8th attempt!! Perfect driver. Say the word TEST and I fell to bits...

How did it go OP?

Good luck OP x

Good luck! Hope you’re doing well in there.

It was okay, overran by like 15 minutes though so think I was rambling and kept saying “sorry for rambling”. They were quite nice and smiling, but likely like that with all candidates. Will let me know tomorrow.

i don’t think I got it but it was good practise

Well done for getting through it!

I hope you're successful but if not, a few tips:

• you can interrupt your rambling by pausing and saying 'does that give you enough info' or 'have i answered your question?'
• alwaaaaaayyyys think of interviews as two way. They're checking you out as potential employee and you're seeing if you like the sound of the job and org. I swear it's a nerve killer if you can shift your perception of interviews.
• your husband is a tit. Tell him you no longer require his prep services.