How to handle interviews without getting stressed

Facing an interview is often stressful. Here are some ways to help you reduce the stress of facing interviews. This can be done by proper preparation and following these tips during the interview and after.

A recent poll on shine.com reveals that more than 60% people are scared of facing an interview. For many, interview is synonymous with stress; you first get stressed over not getting an interview call and then stress about its preparation. Worse is, when at the time of the interview - you either freeze with panic or chatter aimlessly, losing your train of thought.

Here are some valuable tips to help you handle the interview process in a stress free way.

Pre-interview tips:

Practice mock interviews with family/friends or in front of the mirror, so that the actual interview doesn’t scare you.

Know your resume thoroughly. Be prepared for questions on work experience, job responsibilities and personal attributes. Be ready to prove your credentials with examples.

Research thoroughly on the company and industry. Find out the latest news and happenings of the company you are interviewing for and also be aware of trends of that industry. Also be ready with a few questions you would like to ask the interviewer, at the end of the interview.

Plan your attire in advance. If you are confused about what to wear, stick to the conservative. For more check, dressing up for interviews

Visualise yourself brimming with confidence and success in the interview. Practice succeeding in your imagination and you'll soon be doing it in reality.

If you are unwell or not at your best, it is better to re-schedule your interview.

Facing the interview tips:

Timing is important: Don't take on undue stress before a big interview. Arrive just 5 - 10 minutes before the scheduled time. Arriving early makes you worry more and arriving late may find you racing, your heart pounding from the last-minute dash. Ten minutes early is enough to help you catch your breath and acclimatise you.

Relax: Only if you are relaxed, can you exude confidence. Show that you're calm, composed and in command during the interview. Breathe deeply and slowly; sit straight without crossing your arms or legs. Your hands and jaws should be relaxed with no clenching.

Speak slowly but clearly and pause for breath. Do not run with your answers, making them look like a practiced speech. Be clear, take appropriate pauses, have a pleasant countenance and don’t look grim or too serious.

Facing a tough question: Don’t flub or grapple for words. Pause, but don’t panic. Not everything can go as per your plan. Tackle tough questions after taking a deep breath and focus on what is being asked. In case you have absolutely no idea of the answer, be honest to state that and move on.

Post-interview tips:

Thank the interviewers and follow up properly.

Get feedback. Even if you do not clear the interview, ask the interviewer for his or her overall impression and take his feedback. Then you can approach your next meeting with greater confidence.

Prepare, practise and do positive visualisation to succeed in making your dream a reality.
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