What to Do if You've Dropped a ‘Clanger’ in a Job Interview
Job interviews can be stressful, and it's easy to make a mistake. If you've dropped a clanger in a job interview, don't panic. Here are some tips on how to recover:
1. Acknowledge your mistake.
The first step is to acknowledge your mistake. This shows the interviewer that you're aware of what you did and that you're taking responsibility for it.
2. Explain what happened.
Once you've acknowledged your mistake, explain what happened. This will help the interviewer to understand why you made the mistake and how you're going to avoid making it in the future. Saying “In hindsight I didn’t word that very well, this is what I meant”.
3. Show that you're learning from your mistake.
The interviewer wants to see that you're learning from your mistakes. Explain what you've learned from the experience and how you're going to use that knowledge to improve your performance in the future.
4. Move on.
Once you've acknowledged, explained, and shown that you're learning from your mistake, it's time to move on. Don't dwell on the mistake or apologise repeatedly. Instead, focus on the rest of the interview and on showing the interviewer why you're the best candidate for the job.
Here are some additional tips for recovering from a clanger in a job interview:
Be honest. Don't try to cover up your mistake or make excuses. Honesty is always the best policy.
Be confident. Even though you made a mistake, don't let it shake your confidence. Show the interviewer that you're still a strong candidate for the job.
Be positive. Focus on the positive aspects of your experience and on what you've learned from your mistake.
By following these tips, you can recover from a clanger in a job interview and still have a chance of getting the job.
I hope this helps!