Saw this status update on Facebook today. *Fred (name changed) seemed miffed that he was overdressed for interview. "Walked into an interview today, clean shaven and wearing a jacket and tie" he said. "Both men on the panel had beards and were wearing open-necked...
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Conquer Interview Anxiety: Practical Action Steps for Jobseekers
Navigating a job interview can induce stress, and many jobseekers escalate this to unhealthy levels of anxiety. Concerns often focus on attire, sweaty palms, and potential verbal blunders, causing the candidates to obsess over numerous "what-ifs." The Fine Line...
Interview Paralysis
The other day I was sent the Word of the Day by a friend. It was Anatidaephobia. Before you race to Google it, I'll save you the time. Anatidaephobia is defined as a pervasive, irrational fear that one is being watched by a duck. (I vowed to get that into a sentence...
Making Scents of Job Interviews: When Less is More!
The Subtle Art of First Impressions Listen up, professionals! There's something crucial we need to chat about. When gearing up for that pivotal job interview, you might think that a splash of your favourite scent will elevate your game. Think again! The Scented...