Job Interview Tips - How To Deal With Interview Nerves

Summary

In this video, 'The Interview Guys,' Mike and Jeff, address common interview nerves by offering five practical tips. They suggest researching the interviewer and company to reduce anxiety, arriving early to relax, visualizing the interview as a casual conversation, accepting the possibility of mistakes, and thorough preparation. The hosts also tease a free special report to help viewers master interview answers, encouraging viewers to click a button for access.

Takeaways

• 😅 The script introduces Mike and Jeff, known as 'the interview guys', who help students overcome interview challenges.
• 🙋‍♂️ A submission from 'Jeff in Seattle' requests tips for calming interview nerves, which Mike and Jeff address.
• 😳 Mike humorously reveals that 'Jeff in Seattle' is actually Jeff himself, adding a personal touch to the advice.
• 🔍 Tip 1: Reduce anxiety by researching the interview process, including the interviewer's name and dress code.
• 🕒 Tip 2: Arrive early to the interview to avoid stress from rushing or being late.
• 🤝 Tip 3: Visualize the interview as a casual conversation to reduce stress and practice with a friend.
• 💪 Tip 4: Accept that mistakes happen and show resilience, as interviewers expect human errors.
• 📝 Tip 5: Prepare thoroughly by researching the company and rehearsing answers to potential interview questions.
• 💡 The script promotes a free special report by 'the interview guys' to help viewers give perfect interview answers.
• 👋 The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to click a button to access the free report.

Q & A

What is the main issue Jeff in Seattle is facing?

Jeff in Seattle is having trouble with interview nerves, which affected his performance in his last interview.

What is the first tip given by the Interview Guys to help with interview nerves?

The first tip is to deal with the unknown by finding out as much information as possible about the interview, such as the name of the interviewer and the dress code.

Why is it suggested to arrive early for the interview?

Arriving early helps to reduce stress and allows time for relaxation before the interview starts.

How does visualizing the interview process as a conversation help?

It reduces stress by framing the interview as a normal conversation between colleagues, making it seem less formal and intimidating.

What is the importance of accepting that mistakes happen during an interview?

Accepting that mistakes happen allows the interviewee to be more resilient and adaptable, showing the interviewer that they can handle errors gracefully.

Why is preparation emphasized as the final tip?

Being well-prepared reduces anxiety and increases confidence, which in turn can lead to a better interview performance.

What is the special report offered by the Interview Guys?

The special report is a free resource that teaches how to give perfect interview answers to the toughest questions.

How can viewers access the special report mentioned in the script?

Viewers can access the special report by clicking the button on their screen as instructed by the Interview Guys.

What is the significance of knowing the interviewer's name before the interview?

Knowing the interviewer's name can help establish a personal connection and reduce the sense of the unknown, which can alleviate anxiety.

How does planning the route to the interview ahead of time benefit the interviewee?

Planning the route helps avoid stress from traffic or getting lost, ensuring a calm and punctual arrival.

What role does practicing with a friend or colleague play in interview preparation?

Practicing with someone familiar helps refine delivery and responses, making the interviewee more comfortable and confident during the actual interview.

Outlines

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😅 Overcoming Interview Nerves

Mike and Jeff, known as the Interview Guys, introduce a segment where they address a common issue faced by job applicants: interview nerves. They receive a submission from 'Jeff in Seattle' who requests tips on calming nerves during interviews. In a humorous twist, it's revealed that the submission was actually from Jeff himself, who had an awkward moment in a previous interview. The duo then proceeds to offer advice to help viewers manage their interview anxiety.

Keywords

💡Interview Nerves

Interview nerves refer to the anxiety or nervousness that individuals may experience before or during a job interview. It is a common issue that can affect performance. In the video, 'Jeff in Seattle' exemplifies this by having a slight issue in his last interview where nerves might have played a role. The video aims to provide tips to help viewers overcome these nerves, making it a central theme.

💡Submission

A submission in this context is a request or query sent in by a viewer or student for advice or help. The video script begins with a submission from 'Jeff in Seattle,' who asks for tips on calming nerves during interviews. This sets the stage for the advice that Mike and Jeff, the 'Interview Guys,' will provide throughout the video.

💡Tips

Tips in the video are pieces of advice or guidance given by the hosts to help viewers improve their interview skills, particularly in managing nerves. The script outlines five specific tips, such as finding out more about the interview process and arriving early, which are directly related to alleviating interview anxiety.

💡Unknown

The unknown refers to aspects of the interview process that are not familiar or predictable, which can contribute to anxiety. The video suggests that reducing the unknowns, such as by finding out the name of the interviewer and the dress code, can help candidates feel more at ease. This is the first tip provided by Mike and Jeff to combat interview nerves.

💡Arrive Early

Arriving early is one of the tips given to help manage interview nerves. It suggests that candidates should reach the interview location well ahead of time to allow for relaxation and to avoid the stress of rushing. This is mentioned as the second tip in the video, emphasizing the importance of being prepared and calm.

💡Visualization

Visualization is a technique where individuals mentally rehearse a situation to improve performance. In the video, it is suggested as a method to treat the interview as a normal conversation, which can reduce stress. This is the third tip and is exemplified by practicing with a friend or colleague to perfect one's delivery.

💡Mistakes

Mistakes in the context of the video refer to errors or slip-ups that can occur during an interview. The fourth tip encourages viewers to accept that mistakes are natural and to show resilience and adaptability when they happen. This aligns with the video's message of embracing human imperfections in interviews.

💡Preparation

Preparation is emphasized as a key aspect of reducing interview anxiety. The final tip in the video suggests that thorough planning, researching the company, and rehearsing answers to potential interview questions can significantly alleviate nerves. This is tied to the overall theme of being well-prepared to handle the stress of interviews.

💡Interview Guys

The 'Interview Guys' refers to Mike and Jeff, the hosts of the video. They are known for providing advice and guidance on interview techniques. In the script, they offer a free special report to help viewers give perfect interview answers, showcasing their expertise and the value they provide to their audience.

💡Free Special Report

A 'Free Special Report' mentioned in the video is a resource offered by the Interview Guys to help viewers improve their interview skills. It is a tool that promises to teach perfect interview answers, indicating the additional support and value they provide beyond the immediate advice in the video.

Highlights

Introduction of 'The Interview Guys' and their mission to help students with interview challenges.

Submission from 'Jeff in Seattle' seeking advice on calming interview nerves.

Humor about a shared name and location between the submitter and one of the hosts.

Acknowledgment of a personal awkward interview experience by one of the hosts.

Emphasis on the importance of addressing interview nerves for a successful outcome.

Tip 1: Understanding the interview process to reduce anxiety by finding out details beforehand.

Tip 2: Advising to arrive early to the interview to reduce stress and have time to relax.

Tip 3: Visualizing the interview as a normal conversation to reduce stress.

Tip 4: Accepting that mistakes happen and showing resilience in the face of errors.

Tip 5: Emphasizing the importance of thorough preparation to alleviate interview anxiety.

Offer of a free special report by 'The Interview Guys' to help with perfect interview answers.

Encouragement for viewers to click the button on screen to access the free report.

Closing with a reminder of the hosts' expertise and a call to action for viewers to improve their interview skills.

Transcripts

hi I'm Mike and this is my friend Jeff but  you probably know us as the interview guys  

today Jeff and I are taking submissions from our  students to help them get over a major interview  

problem they're having so Jeff can you pass  me the submission we're gonna focus on today

okay this one reads dear Jeff and Mike I'd  really appreciate it if you gave us some tips  

for calming your nerves in an interview because  I had a slight issue in my last interview where  

nerves might have played a role signed Jeff  in Seattle okay good idea Jeff in Seattle  

let's talk about nerves wait Jeff in Seattle  Jeff isn't that funny their name is Jeff and  

they're from Seattle just like wait a minute  Jeff from Seattle did you submit this job what  

no okay fine it was me I had a slightly awkward  moment in my last interview and I just wanted  

to make sure that doesn't happen next time  but this was supposed to be for our students  

ah never mind let's take a look at Jeff's  awkward moment okay Jeff thank you for coming

Wow okay Jeff couldn't even get through the  introduction that was unbelievably awkward  

to say the least anyway have any of you folks at  home ever felt like Jeff before if so don't worry  

because today the interview guys have got your top  five tips for battling interview nerves so what's  

our first tip Jeff thanks for preparing these  Mike our first tip deals with the unknown we all  

fear what we don't know and this is a huge cause  of our anxiety so if there's anything about the  

interview you're unsure about find out find out  the name of the person who will be interviewing  

you by calling the company and while you're at it  ask about what the dress code is if you're unsure  

the less unknowns there are the more at ease  you'll be tip number two is to arrive to the  

interview early and spend some time relaxing if  you're rushing to the interview you're probably  

going to be rushing in the interview it helps  to plan your route to the interview ahead of  

time as well so you don't arrive stressed after  sitting in rush-hour traffic or taking a wrong  

turn and getting lost the third tip on our list  is to visualize the entire process as a normal  

conversation between two colleagues trying to  get to know each other a conversation is much  

less stressful than an interview so take some  time to practice with a friend or colleague to  

perfect your delivery tip number four is to accept  the fact that mistakes do happen and be okay with  

that the interviewer knows you're a human and  is not expecting you to be perfect they really  

just want to see that you're resilient and can  adapt when mistakes happen if you can do it in  

the interview chances are you can do it on the job  and our final tip is to make sure that you have  

really taken the time to plan prepare and rehearse  the less prepared you are the more anxiety you're  

gonna feel so spend some time researching the  company and more importantly preparing answers  

to the interview questions you believe are going  to be asked now you might be asking yourself how  

on earth do I make sure I know how to give  perfect interview answers to the toughest  

questions well it's your lucky day because the  interview guys are here to help we've written  

a hugely popular FREE special report that will  show you how to give perfect interview answers  

every time all you have to do to get it is simply  click the button on your screen now we're Jeff  

and Mike the interview guys saying thanks for  watching now go ahead and click the button now