Just Smile and Look Pretty

So I am getting ready to go on my first job interview in almost a year. I am not really nervous (sort of). I have my power suit on, I’m fully qualified for the job, and I feel good. I’m just concerned about my mouth.

Your mouth, you ask?

You see, most people have a mental filter that tells them when to shut up. Mine doesn’t work all the time. And it seems to works more sporadically in times of stress…..like job interviews.

I was once asked during an interview how much I made at my last job. I smiled and replied, “A lot less than you’d have to pay me to work here.”

What??!! Did I just say that? I hear the words coming out of my mouth. I knew they were inappropriate, but I was powerless to stop it.

And then there’s fidgeting.

Don’t touch your hair, Sherri. Stop squirming. Don’t cross your arms. Ugh.

I will be fine though. I’ve only had two very large cups of coffee. I’m sure they’ll understand if I interrupt the interview three times to go to the bathroom, right?

Oh well. I’m sure it will be fine.

I’ll let you know. :)