Sharing my struggles with weight gain and Zoom interviews.
After reading other FG members' dilemmas with Zoom interviews, I wanted to provide another situation that others might be facing.
During the pandemic, I gained weight and while I'm exercising and staying motivated, I'm not losing it as fast as I'd like to especially while interviewing. While searching for a job, we want to put our best selves forward and the struggle with body image is exasperated by online calls.
It might be in our own heads but seeing ourselves while being judged as well by our appearances is a daunting situation. I'll admit that I'm more nervous to appear online than in person or over the phone. That way, I'm not looking at myself as I'm my worst critic.
Having to face this daily in your face accountability is difficult especially when you're already feeling beaten down without a job. If anyone else is facing this situation, I wanted to share you're not alone and I know it's something I need to overcome to find a position.
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Thank you all and I've noted your suggestions regarding lighting and taking charge of what I can control. Sharon, I didn't realize I could take off the self view, that would help. It's hard enough job searching that when you're not feeling confident about yourself, how can you share your best self with the organization? I'm a work in progress but making strides!
Sharon Grehan
We are always our own worst critics, I am sorry you are feeling this way about yourself. Have you tried switching off your 'self-view' until you can regain your confidence in who you are (vs. how you look)? Also, remember that a beaming smile, an air of approachability and a strong skill set is what is valued. Good for you to start exercising and staying motivated while you feel this way. Wishing you all the best