Feeling Down? Smile Anyway

Recession got you down? Don't let a hiring manager know it. More often than not, confidence and a positive attitude trump skill and experience in the eyes of employers. Cat Miller explains.

 

 

Recession got you down? Don't let a hiring manager know it. More often than not, confidence and a positive attitude trump skill and experience in the eyes of employers.  Gray skies’re gonna clear up ~ put on a happy face.  I’m Cat Miller and this is Dice TV! 

 

You think I like singing in the middle of down turn?  The thing is if you’re out of work and feeling down about it, you still have to show your positive side during the job interviews and that’s not easy, but there are some tricks you can use. 

 

First, tune up!  If you’ve been depressed about your job search, you may unconsciously project negative vibes or tension.  So listen to some upbeat or soothing music before an interview.  It’s the safe way to lift your spirits and focus on your thoughts.   

 

Next, don’t turn that door knob unless you’re smiling.  It says you’re approachable and it’s contagious even if you’re feeling down.  Forcing yourself to smile can raise your spirit. Everyone likes working with pleasant people so remember to greet the interviewer pleasantly.  In interview isn’t always the best place to share humor, but a tasteful joke or some quick wit can be an asset.   Most people like working around someone who can deflect tension through humor.  So when you’re preparing, think about a few funny even yet just slip one in when you’re talking about your experience.  

 

Finally limit negative talk.  Don’t volunteer any negative tails about your previous employers or coworkers.  If you’re asked to describe a failure or time when you struggled, share something briefly, but end it on a positive note.  Reinforce the good outcomes when learning moment that resulted from your experience.  By putting a positive spin on your answer, you’re showing you’re upbeat and can overcome an adversity with poise, and maybe even a sense of humor.  

 

 

overcome an adversity with poise = can get over a small “bump” with some flexibility (or suspension = poise) in order to accomplish the original goal or objective.  Thus, you should show that you’re a goal oriented person and are tolerant against difficulty as well as pressure on your shoulder.  E.g. I can accomplish the goal on time under pressure.

 

I’m Kat Miller. This has been Dice TV. And we now return you to your regular desktop.

 

 

 

 

 

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