Hello guys had a terrible interview, how do u deal with that?

10 Comments

1. AnonymousJuly 9,2026 at 9:11AM UTC

   I think you practice letting go and moving on. Looking forward and not dwelling on the past.

2. AnonymousJuly 10,2026 at 12:05AM UTC

   I suggest just learning what you can from the interview experience and move on.

3. AnonymousJuly 10,2026 at 12:38AM UTC

   If you think your answers were terrible, prepare responses to common interview questions and practice multiple times, preferably with a supportive friend, before your next interview. If the interviewer was terrible, working conditions there aren't ideal, so perhaps you dodged a bullet. Either way, just try to learn from it and think positively; a better opportunity may open up.

4. OLIVIA JOHNSONJuly 10,2026 at 5:10AM UTC

   Hi Boris!

   So glad that you were brave enough to share this experience with us! I am sure there are others who will be grateful.

   First, do a quick “fact vs. friction” check. Our interpretations can run ahead of the actual events, so ground your assessment in what actually happened. Ask yourself:

   How long did the call last? (Ran long with conversation - a plus, etc.)
   What specifically made you believe it didn’t go well? (Actions, words spoken, etc.)
   What were the final words said to you?
   What did they share about next steps?

   Answering these helps separate facts from feelings. If needed, share your responses with an unbiased third party for clarity.

   Next, if you want a chance to recover the interview, send a thank you note. Open with appreciation, close with accessibility for any other questions and interest in hearing next steps, and use the middle paragraph (no more than five sentences) to positively address what went wrong:

   Career transition concern: Highlight transferable skills. i.e. This was a great opportunity to talk with you all. If selected to move forward my goal would be to contribute my...

   Skill gap: Share what you’ve done or are doing to close it. i.e. Since our conversation I have even already enrolled in...

   Forgot to mention something that would be a key point, add it in, i.e. In addition, I truly believe that my newly earned Certification in...would also be an asset to this role.

   Blanked on a question: Use the note to provide the thoughtful answer you didn’t give in the moment. i.e. In full transparency there was a great question that stayed on my mind since our conversation, and after some thought I...

   A thank you note can serve as a second chance. I say, what's there to lose.

   Most importantly, stay confident. Your perspective may not match theirs, and they don’t know what you intended to say or how prepared you were.

   If you want more targeted help, feel free to share details of what your concerns were. Using AI can also be helpful in drafting your thank you note and make sure to add in the prompt the concerns you want to address.

   Hope this is helpful.

   Coach Olivia

5. Cardell DoggettJuly 10,2026 at 2:49PM UTC

   I’m sorry to hear that! It’s definitely a tough feeling, but I usually try to reframe terrible interviews as stepping stones and learning material.

   Once the initial disappointment wears off, I like to do a quick post-mortem: jot down the questions that stumped me, think about how I can refine my answers for next time, and use it as practice. Every bad interview is just preparing you to ace the right one!

6. Aishi HazraJuly 12,2026 at 2:30PM UTC

   I'm sorry you had a tough interview. Don't let one experience make you doubt yourself. Every interview teaches you something new and brings you one step closer to the right opportunity. I previously worked at Krishna Kids School,https://thekrishnakids.com/ and right now I'm at home focusing on my career and preparing for new opportunities. This phase has taught me to stay patient and keep improving every day. Wishing you all the best for your next interview—you've got this!

7. AnonymousJuly 16,2026 at 7:04PM UTC

   Oh no! Like others have said, do not be too hard on yourself. There's lots of supportive and good suggestions in this thread to follow through on. Just wanted to send additional encouragement that it's okay and you'll be good and ready next time.

8. AnonymousJuly 20,2026 at 9:19PM UTC

   All you can do is learn from it, and don't give up hope. One time when I thought I absolutely bombed the interview, I got the job!

9. Marquisha ThomasJuly 28,2026 at 7:10PM UTC

   Every interview, you can learn from and take the good and the bad beyond. Write down what you thought went well.

10. Megan LeasherAugust 10,2026 at 10:52AM UTC

    Boris, I am sorry to hear this. Know that you are not alone! I think most of us have had a bad interview (or more) in our career. Definitely give yourself grace. Take the time to let the frustration you feel lift, then capture some thoughts regarding what didn't go well and what you can do better next time. If you're up for it, practice with a friend like it's your redo; the practice can help you feel more confident next time.