I had an interview on Thursday, and I was so nervous I considered cancelling it. It felt completely out of my depth, and even though I had spent a long time preparing, I did not feel confident at all. Given my involvement in developing the Mindset Mastery content, it felt hypocritical not to apply the principles that we encourage. So I made a deliberate shift: instead of thinking, “This is going to be painful,” I reframed it as, “Whatever happens, I will gain experience.” Thank goodness I did. I entered the interview with confidence in what I could do well, not what I couldn't. It made it easier for me to be present during the process. I don't know if I will get the job - but I do know that the interviewer gave some feedback at the end of the interview that surprised me. She commended my positive presence and the way I conducted myself in the interview. I’m convinced that if I hadn't changed my mindset before the interview, that feedback would never have happened. So, although some of the classroom content can feel a little abstract at times, I’ve stumbled across a small case study that your mindset actually can make a world of difference.

For the longest time, I neglected my Linkedin account. I never thought that it would be useful or necessary. Now I realise that when it comes to applying for jobs - it's all about the connections. Have you created a Linkedin account?

Rachel Swain suggests that reliability, resilience and adaptability are the most useful transferable skills to bring to the table. These characteristics can ensure success in any job you apply for, no matter what career you are looking to go in to. Do you agree? How can you show that you are reliable, resilient and adaptable in your CV and interview? Link to the article mentioned above: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/careers-advice/applying-for-jobs/what-skills-do-employers-want/

People think you need to perform perfectly in an interview. In reality, perfection is a red flag - you are only human and you are expected to make mistakes! It's what you do with those mistakes that tells an employer if you are an ideal candidate or not. You don't need to "fake it till you make it", you need to emphasise your strengths and recognise ways to work with your weaknesses. What other ways can you ensure success in an interview? I'd love to hear your opinions!

The job market seems especially hard to get into at the moment - so how can you make yourself more noticeable in a sea of applicants? First off- know who you are applying to. Do some research! Generic applications blend into the background, but catered applications make it seem like you are speaking directly to the employer. Do some research about the goals and required skills that are specifically for the job you are going for. I'd like to hear your opinions - how else can you make your application stand out?