It is likely that when you think about the pending recruitment interview you feel stress. This is the body's natural response to a situation where you are more or less out of your comfort zone. After all, you care about the job and want to present yourself in the best possible way. Most of us feel pressure in such a situation. If you want to minimize stress before meeting your future supervisor, but also feel calmer during the interview, this article is for you.

Here are 5 tips to keep your nerves in check:

Plan your arrival

Write down the name of the person you are to meet with and the exact address and time of the meeting. Sometimes after receiving a phone call inviting us to an interview, we are so excited that such information slips away. Reserve more time for your commute - so that you don't get frustrated by unforeseen situations on the road.

Visualize success

Imagine that you are already after an interview that went well. How do you feel? How do you imagine the moment when you receive a phone call with a job offer? Note the feelings and images that accompany you in this visualization and "walk into the interview" with them. You will feel more confident. As if you already know the positive outcome of the recruitment.

Give yourself time

Allow yourself a moment's thought before answering the questions asked. This will avoid chaotic answers. Take a deep breath and answer slowly but specifically. If you want to gain a moment to think about your answer, you can use supporting sentences like "That's an interesting question...", "Let's think...", "If I understand correctly, it's about...".

Practice your answers

If you're worried about blocking yourself or saying the wrong thing during a meeting, practice answering the most common questions. Think about why are you applying for this particular position? What do you know about the company you want to work for? What experience did your previous position give you?

Think positive

Remember that you are an ideal candidate for the position you are applying for. You have the right qualifications, experience, all that's left is to show it! Think about what you have influence over, i.e. what to say and how to say it. Emphasize your strengths. Don't get wrapped up in other candidates, don't think about how many people have applied, it doesn't matter. What matters is you and your skills.