The search for employment can be exciting but it is also often times stressful and overwhelming, which can trigger job search anxiety. This can bring about side effects that might negatively impact your progress. Here are some coping strategies that may help you deal with anxiety as you seek new employment

Heart palpitations. Sweaty palms. Overwhelming thoughts about your impending rejection. Sound familiar? If they do, you’re not alone. Many people feel the same way about job interviews, and if you’d like to appear as a confident, capable candidate, you will need to learn how to control your nerves before they control you. 

A detailed overview of Episode 2 of our podcast, in which we speak to Nisha Jhangiani (psychotherapist and hypnotherapist, Mind Wellness Singapore) about anxiety: recognising anxiety, where and when one should seek help, and how to cope with anxiety.