I recently had a phone screen for a position I was interested in. The interviewer asked fairly straightforward questions about my background, experience, and reasons for applying.

However, I felt nervous and uncertain during the call, which affected how I presented myself. My answers came across as short and unconfident, and I struggled to highlight my skills effectively. As a result, I didn’t make it to the next stage of the process.

Looking back, I realize that my lack of preparation and confidence played a major role in how I performed.

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