Why I'm Afraid of a Job Interview




Why I'm Afraid of a Job Interview!

I have a job interview scheduled for this week and I'm Scared!
Here are my reasons. They are:

1. I may make big blunders when I talk. I am afraid of most
strangers. These strangers can judge me unfavorably because I
don't talk much.

2. I don't feel completely qualified. I don't think I'll measure up as
well as the other candidates.

3. I think my appearance will dis-qualify me. I can't do much
about that.

4. I think that this whole process has been rigged and I don't
stand a chance to get this job.

Here are some remedies: They are: I can talk and rehearse in front
of a mirror and can get someone I know to rehearse with me. Golly,
I'm just as qualified as anyone else. Isn't that why I was called for an
interview? It was and now I believe it. My appearance can be improved,
I think. I can go to a good department store, ask the clerk for help and
buy myself one good outfit that makes me look great. That applies
to my makeup and hair. So what, if the interview is a popularity con-
test. I can get wonderful practice, and might get the job that day!
I CAN MAKE A GOOD IMPRESSION. I'll do it!

About the Author


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Marilyn J. Tellez, M.A.
Certified Job & Career Transition Coach
Email: doitnow@nwinfo.net
Web: www.doitnowcareers.info