{"id":2259,"date":"2023-11-21T10:00:55","date_gmt":"2023-11-21T10:00:55","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/academy.charityjob.co.uk\/?p=2259"},"modified":"2024-01-31T16:31:12","modified_gmt":"2024-01-31T16:31:12","slug":"lose-interview-nerves","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.charityjob.co.uk\/careeradvice\/lose-interview-nerves\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Calm Your Interview Nerves"},"content":{"rendered":"

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By Julie Howell, Confidence Coach<\/p>\n

Everyone experiences job interview nerves in one form or another. A little pre-interview anxiety is understandable. After all, when your heart is set on a new job you want to do your very best to secure it. Here are my top tips on how to communicate well at interview. Be certain to give your prospective employers the very best impression of you.<\/p>\n

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\"Public\u00a0Who are you?<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

When you walk into the interview room and meet your potential employers for the first time, who do you want them to see? We communicate who we are through more than words. How we stand, sit and gesticulate contribute greatly to our professional appearance. Communicate with charisma and presence and interviewers will warm to you. Build rapport and you will help potential employers to envisage you fitting in well in their organisation.<\/p>\n

\"tip\"Think of a person whose qualities you admire. Spend some time considering how they carry themselves in professional situations. How do they sit and stand? What are their hands doing? What about their facial expressions and their use of eye contact? Become a \u2018people watcher\u2019 and borrow the best of what you see for your own interview performance.<\/em><\/p>\n

Read more: The worst questions to ask in an interview<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Have them at \u2018hello\u2019<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/strong>It\u2019s a clich\u00e9, but that first impression really counts. Overcome the awkwardness you feel about meeting people more powerful than you and you\u2019ll make a great first impression.<\/p>\n

When you walk into the room take care to stand your full height<\/strong>. Slouching, crouching, bending, folding – all will diminish the interviewers\u2019 confidence in you before you\u2019ve said a word. When you stand (or sit) tall you will feel more confident. That\u2019s because your brain knows to create more testosterone when you make yourself \u2018bigger\u2019 (testosterone is the hormone that increases our feeling of wellbeing while reducing our anxiety). Smiling also promotes a feeling of wellbeing, regardless of what we may be worrying about!<\/p>\n

\"InterviewSmile, walk tall, offer a strong handshake and position yourself so that the front of your body always faces the interview panel. Don\u2019t fold your arms, cross your legs or talk to the floor. Think \u2018open and relaxed\u2019 and start as you mean to go on.
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\u00a0Take a moment<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/strong>When you feel sure of yourself it is tempting to blurt out the first answer that comes into your head. However, interviewers are often more interested in discovering how you think rather than what you know.<\/p>\n

\"tip\"By pausing before your answer you give your brain time to scan itself for the best answer (not the one closest to the front of your mind!) Take your time so your brain can use its power of recall to greatest effect. A considered answer is always more impressive than a quick and shallow one!<\/em><\/p>\n

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Julie’s new book<\/p><\/div>\n

\u00a0Your voice needs water<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/strong>Are you drinking enough water? When you are properly hydrated you will think more clearly. Your voice will sound clearer too. If offered water by the interviewer, accept it, even if you don\u2019t think you need it.<\/p>\n

If the room you are interviewed in has air conditioning the risk that your voice will become \u2018dried out\u2019 becomes even greater. Sip water at regular intervals, though avoid iced water as this will contract your vocal muscles. It\u2019s easy to imagine that a person with a weak voice is weak in other areas of life so keep the best piece of equipment in your communication toolbox (your voice) in good condition.<\/p>\n

\"InterviewTalking, air conditioning and interview nerves all dehydrate you and this is bad news for your voice. To be clear and coherent during your interview, drink water. Avoid tea, coffee and alcohol as they will strip your voice of its moisture.<\/em><\/p>\n

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\u00a0Get a coach<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

It\u2019s tempting to practise interview questions with friends and family members. However, there is a danger that those who care for you the most may give you feedback that, while well-intended, may prove to be too positive or too negative.<\/p>\n

\"tip\"Work with an experienced interview skills coach, who will give you frank and invaluable feedback to help you to understand how you come across from an interviewer\u2019s perspective. You may not have considered spending money to improve your interview skills but think of this as an investment in you, the return on that investment being the job of your dreams. Why be great when you could be fantastic?!<\/em><\/p>\n

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\"Julie<\/p>\n

Julie Howell is a confidence coach and author of \u2018Get Your Public Speaking Mojo Back Forever! 50 imaginative ideas to help you communicate with confidence\u2019. Earlier in her career, Julie was a campaigns officer with RNIB and she has judged the Charity Times Awards since their inception, fifteen years ago.<\/p>\n

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By Julie Howell, Confidence Coach Everyone experiences job interview nerves in one form or another. A little pre-interview anxiety is understandable. After all, when your heart is set on a new job you want to do your very best to secure it. Here are my top tips on how to communicate well at interview. Be […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":182,"featured_media":16117,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1,186],"tags":[6728,9147],"class_list":["post-2259","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-career-advice","category-interview-tips","tag-communication","tag-mental-health-and-wellbeing"],"acf":{"job_search_bottom_form":false,"image":16117,"background":16117,"excerpt":"","contenttypes":[{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","menu_title":"","content":"If <\/span>you\u2019re<\/span> feeling anxious about an upcoming job interview, <\/span>you\u2019re<\/span> not alone. Whether <\/span>you\u2019re<\/span> hoping to land your first <\/span>job<\/span> or you have decades of experience, <\/span>it\u2019s<\/span> completely normal to get the jitters. But <\/span>don\u2019t<\/span> despair\u2015there are steps you can take to reduce stress and increase your confidence. Read on for our tips to master those interview nerves.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n "},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","menu_title":"Before the interview","content":"

Before the interview<\/h2>\r\n

Prepare effectively<\/h3>\r\nLet\u2019s start by stating the obvious: <\/span>interview preparation<\/span><\/a> is key. The better you prepare, the smaller the chance you\u2019ll be caught off-guard by a tough question. Make sure you\u2019ve thoroughly researched the charity you\u2019re applying to. And while you can\u2019t anticipate every eventuality, you can get a step ahead by <\/span>preparing for the hardest interview questions<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nBut <\/span>how<\/span><\/i> you prepare is important too. Scripting and memorising answers verbatim isn\u2019t the most effective approach\u2015trying to remember them word-for-word in the interview can add to your stress. And overly rehearsed, fixed responses will give you less flexibility. The questions you\u2019re actually asked might be slightly different from what you expect. So it\u2019s better to be ready with a set of examples that can be tailored to whichever questions are thrown at you.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n

Get on top of the practicalities\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\r\nPlan the logistics well ahead of time. If it\u2019s an in-person interview, make sure you know exactly where the office is and allow plenty of time to get there, so that you avoid the panic that comes with rushing. If it\u2019s a video interview, make sure your tech is ready, your background is tidy and you have a quiet space to take the call.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nEither way, it\u2019s important to look smart. Plan what you\u2019ll wear, dress to impress\u2015and if you need a haircut, now\u2019s the time to do it! Looking and feeling your best can really help with your confidence at interview.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n

Do some exercises<\/h3>\r\nAre pre-interview nerves still getting the better of you? Get rid of that nervous energy by exercising beforehand\u2015a walk, run, swim or gym session can do wonders. You could also try some relaxation techniques. There are plenty of free resources that can help, such as these <\/span>tips from Mind<\/span><\/a> or these <\/span>breathing exercises from the NHS<\/span><\/a>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>"},{"acf_fc_layout":"single_image","menu_title":"","image":16116,"image_link":"","image_link_new_tab":false},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","menu_title":"During the interview","content":"

During the interview<\/h2>\r\n

Keep your perspective<\/h3>\r\nFrom the moment you secure an interview, it\u2019s easy to build it up in your mind into a high-stakes, all-or-nothing situation. You may start to feel that you absolutely have to get this job. But if you put too much pressure on yourself on the day, it can make the whole experience quite overwhelming.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nBy being mindful, you can keep a good deal of interview nerves at bay. You may find it helpful to have a mantra that you repeat inwardly to centre yourself. Keep reminding yourself that it\u2019s only an interview. If you don\u2019t get this job, it wasn\u2019t meant to be, and there are plenty of <\/span>other vacancies<\/span><\/a> out there. Approach it as an interesting new experience and a personal development project, and you might even end up enjoying yourself.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n

Take your time<\/h3>\r\nOne concern is often at the root of interview nerves: What do you do if your mind goes blank?\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nIt can happen to us all. But if it does, it needn\u2019t be the end of the world. Give yourself a little time to reflect. Take a sip of water. Ask the interviewer to repeat the question, or ask for a moment to think about your answer. There\u2019s no shame in showing careful deliberation rather than rushing in and rambling, which can suggest that you\u2019re underprepared. Pausing before you speak can be a sign of confidence.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re really stuck, you could ask to move on and come back to the question later. As you progress through the rest of the interview, the discussion might spark a thought that triggers your memory.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>"},{"acf_fc_layout":"single_image","menu_title":"","image":16118,"image_link":"","image_link_new_tab":false},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","menu_title":"After the interview","content":"

After the interview<\/h2>\r\n

Reflect and debrief<\/h3>\r\nThe event itself may be over, but a different type of interview nerves can kick in afterwards. It\u2019s understandable to worry about how it went, and what the recruiter\u2019s decision will be. A lot of advice says don\u2019t dwell on it\u2015and it\u2019s true that you can\u2019t change whatever happened. But some people find that actively reflecting on something for a period helps them to process it and move on. You may want to call a trusted friend or family member and chat it through.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nYou could also make a list of the questions you were asked, and what went well. This is good preparation for if you\u2019re invited to a second interview (or <\/span>if you\u2019re unsuccessful<\/span><\/a> and need to apply for something else). By gathering learnings, you\u2019ll feel you\u2019ve taken something positive and useful away from this interview already, regardless of the outcome. You can then put it aside and get on with something else.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n

Reward yourself<\/h3>\r\nMake sure you do something immersive and fun to unwind and take your mind off the interview. You\u2019ve put the work in, so now it\u2019s time to treat yourself! Dinner with friends, sport, a cinema trip or TV boxset\u2015do whatever relaxes you. You could even plan this before the interview. It\u2019ll give you something to look forward to, and is another way to keep your mind focused on happy thoughts.<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nYour interview nerves may never fully go away. Remember, some adrenaline can be beneficial\u2015it keeps you sharp! And the recruiter will understand if you\u2019re a little nervous, because it shows that you care. But following the tips we\u2019ve laid out should make the whole experience that bit easier.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nReady to put this into practice? <\/span><\/b>Browse jo<\/span><\/b><\/a>bs and apply today<\/span><\/b><\/a>.<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span>"}],"keyword":"communications assistant","related_articles":null},"yoast_head":"\nHow to Calm Your Interview Nerves - CharityJob Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"It's normal to get pre-interview jitters. 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