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As after any workout you may feel overwhelmed (sore muscles). Don't despair. It will get easier after the groundwork is done. It is very important that you continue to work out. Practice, practice, practice, and become stronger, smoother, and more comfortable.

The goal isn't to become over-rehearsed and stiff, but to be prepared and natural. Can you imagine an actor going into a performance without a rehearsal? This is your time to prepare and rehearse.

It is important that you continue to work on your communication skills. If you feel you need one-on-one help, think about working with a professional, or work with a friend or relative who will give you positive and constructive feedback. It is also important that you practice the right way. If you keep practicing, but are repeating mistakes, you’ll not improve. Consider a tennis or golf swing - it takes a pro to show you the right way.

Maybe you won't get a job offer every time, but preparation will greatly improve your chances and your confidence. Treat each interview as a new learning experience. You might even begin to enjoy the process - some people do!

The Mock Interview

Try the mock interview you might enjoy it. You'll get valuable feedback needed to improve.

As with each skill you've ever learned, you've to learn the technique and then practice, practice, practice.

Julia's story:

Julia is an accomplished tennis player who has worked on her stroke and technique for many years. She has taken lessons from pros, and listened to their advice when they gave Her their critiques.

Julia is now seeking a job. She feels that she knows her subject, but doesn't feel good about how her last three interviews have turned out – no offers. Julia begins to think she might need some work on her interviewing style, and decides to get help. She looks for a pro to put her through practice where she has the ability to gain feedback and tips. This was the way she conquered her tennis game. Why not with her interviewing techniques?

Working with a professional and getting feedback on your performance through a mock interview is similar to working with a sports coach to learn how to improve your game. Both will enable you to learn where your strengths lie and where you may need work to improve your performance. Time spent practicing will assist you greatly in either situation. An added bonus to preparing and practicing is the self-confidence you'll gain. In today's competitive world, you must be prepared, be in top shape, and most of all, believe in yourself.

What happens in a mock interview?

An in-person session is a mock interview videotaped and critiqued. You'll view the tape with the coach and discuss your performance body language, facial expressions, eye contact, general enthusiasm, your answers. (Usually, one to two hour sessions). A phone-session will be audio-taped. You will listen to the tape played back and critiqued by the coach. You’ll received feedback about your answers, your enthusiasm, your use of language, your tone how you are being perceived. There is tremendous value in learning the proper techniques from a coach and then practicing them. When you devote the same energy to the interview process as you do to your golf or tennis game you’ll find new confidence and become a winner!

Carole Martin is a celebrated author, trainer, and mentor. Carole can give you interviewing tips like no one else can. Try her practice interview and pick up a copy of her FREE 9-part “Interview Success Tips” report by visiting Carole on the internet at http://www.interviewcoach.com