Get Hired with Andrew Seaman Start Here: How to Nail Your Next Job Interview
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Jan 2, 2026 
Matt Abrahams, a communications lecturer at Stanford and host of Think Fast, Talk Smart, shares his expertise in managing interview anxiety and preparing effectively. He discusses breathing techniques and the importance of reframing interviews as a service. Matt introduces the A.D.D. answer framework to structure responses and suggests gathering themes and stories beforehand. He also advises on handling bizarre interview questions and emphasizes the power of authenticity and likability to create a positive impression, all while staying calm under pressure.
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Manage Anxiety With Breath And Purpose
- When symptoms of anxiety appear, take deep belly breaths with a longer exhale to reduce shakiness and dry mouth.
- Reframe the interview as serving the interviewer's need to reduce fear of judgment and stay present.
Prepare Themes And Stockpile Evidence
- Identify three to four themes you want to convey about yourself before the interview and collect examples for each theme.
- Treat answering like assembling a recipe: pick themes and pull the prepared evidence into your response.
Use The A.D.D. Answer Structure
- Use the A.D.D. method: Answer, give a Detailed example, then Describe the relevance to the job.
- Explicitly connect the dots so interviewers and decision-makers can easily relay your value.