Being yourself under pressure of job hunting

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So here is one of the tricks that successful actors learn (usually after having done hundreds of interview/auditions) that can help take away some of that pressure. And here are some other things that will help: Psychologically you will feel better if this is not the only egg in your basket, so apply for more jobs than you need. You will find that if you have another interview lined up there is less pressure. Wear something you feel good in. It is no good looking great if you feel uncomfortable. If you have an interview outfit it helps to wear it to one or two social events to bed it in. Have something to say in answer to an open question. They will ask open questions. Classic open interview questions are: Tell me about yourself What have you been doing lately? What made you apply for this job? Why should we pick you? Prepare an answer that allows you to talk about something you've been involved in recently. Preferably something that has got you feeling really enthusiastic. Be sure to bring in non-work-related stuff to the interview. Remember this is about being a whole person. Don't go on at too much length about the excitement of your Saturday bowls club, but do use anything from your outside life that might illustrate some of your skills and qualities. What's your experience?