How to Be Awesome at Your Job 987: How to Ace Your Next Job Interview with Sam Owens
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Aug 15, 2024 
Sam Owens, the founder of a career coaching service and author of 'I HATE JOB INTERVIEWS,' shares his insights on conquering job interviews with confidence. He reveals the biggest interview mistakes candidates make and offers strategies for crafting compelling 'power' answers. Learn effective salary negotiation tactics, the importance of preparation, and how to develop impactful personal stories that highlight your skills. Sam’s advice not only boosts interview performance but also inspires hope for job seekers.
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Practice Makes Perfect
- Practice job interviews, even if you feel confident.
- Treat interviews as seriously as your livelihood depends on them, because it does.
The *Hitch* Analogy
- Sam uses a scene from the movie Hitch to illustrate the importance of interview practice.
- Kevin James's disastrous dancing emphasizes how differently things sound in our heads versus out loud.
Be All In
- Commit fully to the interview process, even if you're unsure about the job.
- Be prepared and enthusiastic until you have a written offer.