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‘Anxious People perform poorly at interviews’

People who are anxious perform more poorly in job interviews, and the effect is worse for men than women, according to new research from the University of Guelph.

Updated on: May 25, 2013 12:12 AM IST
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Are you nervous about job interview?

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You might want to take steps to reduce your jitters, especially if you are a man.

People who are anxious perform more poorly in job interviews, and the effect is worse for men than women, according to new research from the University of Guelph.

“Most job applicants experience interview anxiety prior to and during interviews,” psychology professor Deborah Powell, who conducted the study with PhD student Amanda Feiler said.

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