How do I deal with severe anxiety in an interview?

Before an interview, figure out if you need to calm down or amp yourself up. During the interview, try and take deep breaths — and don’t feel like you have to immediately start talking after a question. If you’re still feeling anxious post-interview, try using some mindfulness exercises.

Is it OK to tell interviewer you are nervous?

2) “I’m really nervous.”

So don’t say you’re nervous — it will probably make you more nervous, and it won’t do you any favors with your interviewer, either. Instead, Say: “I’m excited to be here!” It’s okay to feel nervous — just don’t say it.

How do you breathe during an interview?

Steps for Deep Breathing
  1. Sit up straight in your chair or stand up nice and tall with your arms at your sides.
  2. Place your hand over your diaphragm.
  3. Breathe in deeply through your nose while counting to ten.
  4. Hold your breath for five counts.
  5. Exhale slowly through your mouth while counting to 10.
  6. Repeat as necessary.