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Posted 11/2/2011 12:27 PM (GMT 0)
Hi, Display here.

I have a job interview this morning and I'm feeling nervous, so I thought I would just post a message here, asking for support.

I guess it is normal to be nervous, but I have done some preparation and I'm probably pretty prepared.

At this point, it's just a matter of going through the motions. Still, I wanted to reach out for support.

Thanks for listening.
Posted 11/2/2011 2:17 PM (GMT 0)
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Sending you lots of good vibes and just be yourself during the interview.  I have been in your position so I know how the anxiety wants to take over but remember you have anxiety, anxiety does not have you.

Good luck,

Kitt

Posted 11/2/2011 2:32 PM (GMT 0)
I think that it is very normal to feel nervous before an interview...everybody probably does, but for those of us with anxiety, it is heightened, and possibly accompanied by symptoms, therfore it's tougher to deal with.

You certainly do have our support. I am sure that it will go really well. Remember your slow breathing! I also have a favorite trick when I know that I am going to be answering questions. I used to tend to get nervous and blurt out the first thing that came to mind...it wasn't always a well thought out answer, so I now give myself permission to pause and say "Let me think about that for a moment."

This gives me an extra couple of seconds to regroup my thoughts and say what I want to say...no more, no less:)

Let us know how it went later!

Good luck,
Scaredy Cat
Posted 11/2/2011 8:56 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Scaredy and Kitt,

Thanks for your positive support. The interview went quite well. I was feeling quite anxious beforehand so i took 1/2 of a Klonopin. Those are supposed to be used only as needed, but I figured this was a situation that qualified.

The lady at the staffing agency was really nice. I had been reading all kinds of interview preparation websites and was half expecting some off-the-wall questions, but everything was straightforward and actually fairly easy.

I need to keep going onward in my job search, but the interview made today a good day.

My family members and friends have been very supportive, and often it is just a matter of reaching out.

The one problem I'm still having is the urge to isolate. I just always seem to want to run home "and hide". So I have been trying to get out at least once a day. Other than that, the important thing is to stay busy, so I have been trying to find things to do around the house. Cooking is also a good outlet for me.

Anyway, thanks again.
Posted 11/2/2011 11:00 PM (GMT 0)
I am so glad your interview went well.  That should make you feel good. :-)

I tend to want to isolate as some days it is hard to face the world and my worries.  I will make a to do list of errands and head out making sure I do most of the things on my list no matter how much I want to head for home .

Keep up the great work and remember to put one foot in front of the other.

Kindly,

Kitt

Posted 11/3/2011 6:34 AM (GMT 0)
nice! glad it went well for you! the best advice i can give is to be yourself- well for most people anyway. you'd be surprised about the absolutely stupid things people do in interviews- like not dressing to impress, not bringing resumes, having absolutely no idea about the co. they are interviewing with or the position they are interviewing for, chewing gum, slouching...i could go on and on. just remember they make a judgment about you in 5 seconds or so-- and ASK QUESTIONS of the interviewer...the worst thing you can do is say "no" when you're asked if you have any questions- be prepared with 3 or so that will impress them. good luck with the job search!
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