Interview nerves!

[Chimichangaz]

I'm currently contracting for a v large employer but I've been looking for a permanent job. I've got an interview on weds for a job I know I would be good at, and which I'm sure I would like more than my current role. However, I ALWAYS get really nervous at interviews. I had one in November which didn't go well at all and I really don't want to cock this one up. I always prepare well (possibly over-prepare?), feedback I've had previously is that I come across quite 'corporate' and people can't get a sense of what I'm like.
Any advice on how to cope with nerves? This one has a presentation too so extra pressure yippee

The advice I give for interview prep, is think what you want in a job, is this one going to give you that. Then think about what you need to know to make the decision if this is the right job for you. By going through that process you will have an idea of the questions you need to ask and by asking questions and showing an interest you will show a bit more of yourself. An interview is a two way process, make sure you know enough about the job, the company and the team to know if you do want to work there.

Put some hobbies on your cv, then there is the opening to talk about something other than work and they can get a bit more of you.

Good luck, relax and enjoy the interview.

my last interview i was told i was po faced (mega nervous!!) i still got the job! good luck!

Thanks for the good luck wishes, and thanks calico for the advice. I've never thought of it that way before, and I can see how that would work.

Spent some time yesterday preparing for the presentation, I have loads of ideas for it and feel really excited!