Take the employer’s point of view

- Job searching is a lot like dating. Imagine you go on a first date. The person in front of you seems very uncomfortable and it doesn't look like they're enjoying the experience. You can tell they haven't been on a date in a long time, and right off the bat, they ask you about your take on kids and marriage and you can just feel their desperation. And now, picture a different date with someone who is relaxed and confident, someone who is having a good time. Just based on their energy, you know they have options for dates, but they chose to spend time with you. That will make you feel special and probably more interested in your date. We can probably all agree which date is more exciting and attractive, and which person you would want to meet again. Well, the same applies to job interviews. Consider the desperate candidate. It might be someone who has been job searching for a while, facing financial pressure or feeling the weight of external expectations. It's someone who is desperate…