| 1. |
Just before going
into the interview, practise deep
breathing to slow your heart rate and
calm yourself so you can concentrate on
what you want to say. With feet flat on
the floor and head erect, sit up
straight, take in a deep breath, and very
slowly exhale through your mouth. Repeat
two or three times and feel your heart
and blood pressure slow down. |
| 2. |
While deep breathing or
immediately after, repeat mentally some
positive affirmations: I am relaxed and
confident. I can handle anything that
comes up in the interview . I'm a good
communicator. I'm an ideal candidate for
the job. I have a great deal to offer
this company. I am prepared. |
| 3. |
Review and reaffirm
several specific strengths you bring to
the job. |
| 4. |
Visualize yourself in the
interview. Form a mental picture of who
is in the room. See yourself looking
poised, confident and relaxed, responding
to the questions with ease. Observe the
positive reaction of the interviewers. As
you "dress rehearse" like this
in a positive way, you reduce the fear of
the unknown and minimize negative
thoughts and expectations. |
| 5. |
Being well prepared is
probably the best antidote for
pre-interview nervousness. |