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Re: How Do I Boost My Self-Confidence At Job Interviews? by chyna4luv: 1:28pm On Nov 04, 2014
muh4lyf:
If you want to boost your confidence go and join an insurance company as a marketer. Talk to people for just 2months believe me,you won't fear facing anybody,the confidence would be there always... Try it you won't believe the magic it does...

I think you're very correct. I like your comment. He(OP) can also do a kind of free job/volunteer him/herself for personal evangelism, spokesman or woman, fellowship leader, class rep or assistant, CLO, departmental president, DOS etc. This will not only boost your confidence BUT will boost your oral communication skills, interpersonal relationship skills and boost your CV/chances of being hired.

Hope this helps? @OP

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Re: How Do I Boost My Self-Confidence At Job Interviews? by 2goodbobo(m): 1:32pm On Nov 04, 2014
AriDsexy:
Just like several people have adviced,confidence is d most important thing,when ur interviewer sees ur level of confidence,ur interview will be more or less like a chat.

I was told to change number 10 to 9 without cancelling in d last interview I went for,though I was smilling with the pen in my hands,I couldn't get it because of tension at that time,it was inside a cab,while trying to figure it out that I realized what I could av done.

Be bold and confident,google the company ur going for and try to read thru questions u'll be asked concerning d position ur applying for....Goodluck.


And how did you arrived at changing 10 to 9? please can you explain how you eventually did it while in the cab? i wanna learn grin

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Re: How Do I Boost My Self-Confidence At Job Interviews? by Nobody: 1:54pm On Nov 04, 2014
Know your onions. Prepare well. Research hard. Pray. Exude confidence. Then get back home and...Sleep easy. wink

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Re: How Do I Boost My Self-Confidence At Job Interviews? by beau49: 2:35pm On Nov 04, 2014
kilokeys:
Bros when thou hast tarried in the labour market for many years.. thou shalt learn to be courageous

E get as suffer go turn your sporting waves to dada... You will man up sharply

When millions of us are praying to be put on the spot, one on one with the likes of Donald trump, you are here being shy. Keep shying your shy!

Chei! Na wa for you o...lol

Try encourage the dude na.

Op just have it in mind that those interviewing are people like you with flaws and all and that its not a do or die affair.

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Re: How Do I Boost My Self-Confidence At Job Interviews? by kilokeys(m): 2:40pm On Nov 04, 2014
beau49:


Chei! Na wa for you o...lol

Try encourage the dude na.

Op just have it in mind that those interviewing are people like you with flaws and all and that its not a do or die affair.

bros... op should encourage himself in the Lord o

how did he defend his project to graduate?
he should do the same thing.

having submitted 300 applications and gotten less than 5 interviews.. u dont expect me to pat a dude on his back cos he is timid.
if he is, let him step down for others
Re: How Do I Boost My Self-Confidence At Job Interviews? by funmies: 2:45pm On Nov 04, 2014
AriDsexy:
Just like several people have adviced,confidence is d most important thing,when ur interviewer sees ur level of confidence,ur interview will be more or less like a chat.

I was told to change number 10 to 9 without cancelling in d last interview I went for,though I was smilling with the pen in my hands,I couldn't get it because of tension at that time,it was inside a cab,while trying to figure it out that I realized what I could av done.

Be bold and confident,google the company ur going for and try to read thru questions u'll be asked concerning d position ur applying for....Goodluck.
To change number 10 to 9,could the answer be 10-1=9 smiley

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Re: How Do I Boost My Self-Confidence At Job Interviews? by Betasms: 2:58pm On Nov 04, 2014
kilokeys:


bros... op should encourage himself in the Lord o

how did he defend his project to graduate?
he should do the same thing.

having submitted 300 applications and gotten less than 5 interviews.. u dont expect me to pat a dude on his back cos he is timid.
if he is, let him step down for others


Ehya sorry. I see where the pain is coming from now.
Re: How Do I Boost My Self-Confidence At Job Interviews? by baybiemee: 2:58pm On Nov 04, 2014
Smile, it helps a lot.

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Re: How Do I Boost My Self-Confidence At Job Interviews? by Saved2Serve: 3:10pm On Nov 04, 2014
BEST ANSWER!!
kilokeys:
Bros when thou hast tarried in the labour market for many years.. thou shalt learn to be courageous

E get as suffer go turn your sporting waves to dada... You will man up sharply

When millions of us are praying to be put on the spot, one on one with the likes of Donald trump, you are here being shy. Keep shying your shy!

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Re: How Do I Boost My Self-Confidence At Job Interviews? by AriDsexy(f): 3:20pm On Nov 04, 2014
funmies:

To change number 10 to 9,could the answer be 10-1=9 smiley

Get a piece of paper and write down number 10,change it to 9 without cancelling....try it urself,and see how sharp u can reason.

2goodbobo,try it too.

Note:its not a trick question,its either u know it or u don't.
Re: How Do I Boost My Self-Confidence At Job Interviews? by sharubutu(m): 3:20pm On Nov 04, 2014
Dress well. This naturally gives an aura of confidence. It is natural. & be a fast thinker.

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Re: How Do I Boost My Self-Confidence At Job Interviews? by beau49: 3:22pm On Nov 04, 2014
kilokeys:


bros... op should encourage himself in the Lord o

how did he defend his project to graduate?
he should do the same thing.

having submitted 300 applications and gotten less than 5 interviews.. u don't expect me to pat a dude on his back cos he is timid.
if he is, let him step down for others

Bros ke? Mmm

Not everyone defended their project,take for example me and also not every department do defence e.g accounting(Delsu).

I don't get it,what has that got to do with the op. Am sure you also felt that way when you went for your first interview.

And no I don't expect you to pat him in the back rather atleast give him guidelines on how to overcome his shyness/fear. Like he said he has never been for an interview,so it is normal for him to feel jittery at first.

Some of the bold and confident people you see today started out being shy/timid/fearful and am sure if people had told to move aside and let others take over,they won't be where they are today. Some just need a little guidance,a push here and a shove there in order for them to wake up and be able to take control of things. So give the op a breathing space am sure he would learn and take charge of his fear.

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Re: How Do I Boost My Self-Confidence At Job Interviews? by Betasms: 3:25pm On Nov 04, 2014
beau49:


Bros ke? Mmm

Not everyone defended their project,take for example me and also not every department do defence e.g accounting(Delsu).

I don't get it,what has that got to do with the op. Am sure you also felt that way when you went for your first interview.

And no I don't expect you to pat him in the back rather atleast give him guidelines on how to overcome his shyness/fear. Like he said he has never been for an interview,so it is normal for him to feel jittery at first.

Some of the bold and confident people you see today started out being shy/timid/fearful and am sure if people had told to move aside and let others take over,they won't be where they are today. Some just need a little guidance,a push here and a shove there in order for them to wake up and be able to take control of things. So give the op a breathing space am sure he would learn and take charge of his fear.

Thank you jare.
Re: How Do I Boost My Self-Confidence At Job Interviews? by AriDsexy(f): 3:26pm On Nov 04, 2014
smurfy:
Know your onions. Prepare well. Research hard. Pray. Exude confidence. Then get back home and...Sleep easy. wink

Nice one...really nice reply.


2goodbobo and funmies,if u still don't get the answer then quote me again.
Re: How Do I Boost My Self-Confidence At Job Interviews? by kilokeys(m): 3:32pm On Nov 04, 2014
beau49:


Bros ke? Mmm

Not everyone defended their project,take for example me and also not every department do defence e.g accounting(Delsu).

I don't get it,what has that got to do with the op. Am sure you also felt that way when you went for your first interview.

And no I don't expect you to pat him in the back rather atleast give him guidelines on how to overcome his shyness/fear. Like he said he has never been for an interview,so it is normal for him to feel jittery at first.

Some of the bold and confident people you see today started out being shy/timid/fearful and am sure if people had told to move aside and let others take over,they won't be where they are today. Some just need a little guidance,a push here and a shove there in order for them to wake up and be able to take control of things. So give the op a breathing space am sure he would learn and take charge of his fear.

sister.. u better advise him o.. cos me no get time to give that speech.
i feel for d guy sha
but life is tough.. he has to overcome the fear of rejection
talk to him ooo
Re: How Do I Boost My Self-Confidence At Job Interviews? by beau49: 3:40pm On Nov 04, 2014
kilokeys:


sister.. u better advise him o.. cos me no get time to give that speech.
i feel for d guy sha
but life is tough.. he has to overcome the fear of rejection
talk to him ooo

I have so also others....he will pull through

post=27721575:


Thank you jare.

Lol....don't mention smiley
Re: How Do I Boost My Self-Confidence At Job Interviews? by Yinkwamo(m): 3:51pm On Nov 04, 2014
Just imagine the interviewers wearing only their underwears. It helps a great deal wink

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Re: How Do I Boost My Self-Confidence At Job Interviews? by 2goodbobo(m): 4:50pm On Nov 04, 2014
2goodbobo and funmies,if u still don't get the answer then quote me again.[/quote]

I tried but couldn't get it sad
Re: How Do I Boost My Self-Confidence At Job Interviews? by 2goodbobo(m): 4:52pm On Nov 04, 2014
AriDsexy:


Get a piece of paper and write down number 10,change it to 9 without cancelling....try it urself,and see how sharp u can reason.

2goodbobo,try it too.

Note:its not a trick question,its either u know it or u don't.



Help me out biko grin still cant find my way around it
Re: How Do I Boost My Self-Confidence At Job Interviews? by Hadizam: 5:08pm On Nov 04, 2014
Tunagee:


These are the things to do:

1. just see yourself as better than all the interviewers. Most of them are dullards that do not know anything, but can only intimidate job seekers during interview.

2. Do not see it as a do or die affair. If it works fine; if it does not, life goes on.

3. Ensure you look straight into the eyes of the interviewer( very important)

4. Put up a smile and ensure you do not get overwhelmed with fear. They would not kill you.

If you meet a white man, he would even make the situation less tense or serious by offering you water or tea; but the stupid nigerian interviewer would look so mean just to scare you





10E 1000000 times correct.
Re: How Do I Boost My Self-Confidence At Job Interviews? by ProfGday(m): 5:21pm On Nov 04, 2014
post=27694596:
There are questions that employers commonly ask at job interviews and it's important to be prepared to respond to those interview questions. I have never gone for a job interview before, i have read about the potential questions online, and practically memorized their answers but i still feel that I will freeze on the day of the interview.

I dont want to be put on the spot during the job interview. What can I do?
1. Always av ds @ d back of ur mind that ur B.Sc certificate nobody can withdraw it back frm u.
2.Always feel @ home anytime u're in d interveiwing room.
3. Believe in urself and in what u knw.Everything will fall into place.qui sera sera

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Re: How Do I Boost My Self-Confidence At Job Interviews? by enzo01(m): 9:54pm On Nov 04, 2014
naijamark:
Drink some rum or smoke some weed or both. Verily verily I say unto thee, thou shalt greatly increase in thine confidence.

You're the man bro grin grin grin grin
Re: How Do I Boost My Self-Confidence At Job Interviews? by inie1: 10:06pm On Nov 04, 2014
Pls house, can someone pls hlp me wit a company's introduction letter format. I didntattempt it during an interview n I wish to learn incase of anyother opportunity. My email add is Onlyini85@yahoo.com tnx, God bls.
Re: How Do I Boost My Self-Confidence At Job Interviews? by Gabson91(m): 10:08pm On Nov 04, 2014
I was once like that, but with interviews you will get bolder.

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Re: How Do I Boost My Self-Confidence At Job Interviews? by Nobody: 10:59pm On Nov 04, 2014
I don laff die from these here replies. NLanders eeh.

Off topic pls does anyone knows how long it takes for bet9ja to come and inspect a prospective agents shop space Many thanks for the help you'll render.
Re: How Do I Boost My Self-Confidence At Job Interviews? by AriDsexy(f): 11:42pm On Nov 04, 2014
2goodbobo:




Help me out biko grin still cant find my way around it

They just want to test ur IQ level....its just like them saying change number 9 to 6,u know its just to turn d paper upside down.Same thing with this too,turn d paper slightly to d left then connect d 0 with d 1,just like u want to draw an arc....I hope u get it though grin

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Re: How Do I Boost My Self-Confidence At Job Interviews? by RUBMYMIND(m): 11:58pm On Nov 04, 2014
Warm greetings to my fellow NL,
Pls i need ur contributions and advice on how to respond to this mail i got from a company esp the second question:




Dear Applicant,

Thanks for sending your CV to our company. Please respond to the following inquiries.

What is your current salary?
Why do you want to leave your present employment?

Please forward copies of your certificates and photograph.

Regards,

HR.

Regards NL
Re: How Do I Boost My Self-Confidence At Job Interviews? by Tnycee(m): 12:29am On Nov 05, 2014
RUBMYMIND:
Warm greetings to my fellow NL,
Pls i need ur contributions and advice on how to respond to this mail i got from a company esp the second question:




Dear Applicant,

Thanks for sending your CV to our company. Please respond to the following inquiries.

What is your current salary?
Why do you want to leave your present employment?

Please forward copies of your certificates and photograph.

Regards,

HR.

Regards NL

for your current salary, state a figure close to or 'slightly' higher than what you hope to be paid by this new company.
why you want to leave your present employment: this is because you seek a job that will stretch your professional experience. you want to take up greater challenges/responsibilities.

Hope this helps
Re: How Do I Boost My Self-Confidence At Job Interviews? by holatin(m): 9:32pm On Nov 05, 2014
it may sound foolish but weed can make u Ve self confidence too
Re: How Do I Boost My Self-Confidence At Job Interviews? by holatin(m): 9:34pm On Nov 05, 2014
it may sound foolish but weed can make u Ve self confidence too..

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