I am not socially smart enough to do well in interviews. How can I enhance my interview skills?

Most people are petrified of interviews; it is usually because people are not prepared enough to combat the questions. One does not need to be socially smart to do well in interviews but one should have a strategy to tackle with the questions thrown at them by the interviewer. The initial anxiety while giving an interview can be subsided if you thoroughly read about the organisation you are being interviewed for. Make a list of interview questions that you think you can be asked and write them down and answer them, this will help you in developing answers for the interview.

I cannot deliver a presentation without slurring; what should I do?

Giving a presentation can be intimidating. Just make sure to be confident and put your insecurities aside. A very helpful exercise, prior to giving a presentation is to practice giving the presentation in front of the mirror and in front of your friends or family. This will help you overcome your fear of public speaking and slurring.

My grades are not up to the par, how can I score a job?

Applying for a job is more than your grades. It is more about the way you present your CV. Make sure to include all the skills you have and the internships and voluntary work you have previously been involved in. Importantly, write a solid cover letter to accompany your CV when applying for jobs.

I get so nervous during my exams, I become blank and the correct answers hit me after I have submitted. This results in self-doubt and despite doing well in class, I cannot do well in exams. What should I do?

Classroom and exam performance are two different entities altogether and should be treated separately. Getting nervous before an exam is a very common problem. This can be overcome by getting a good night sleep a night before an exam, a good healthy meal and no last minute preparation. This will keep one relaxed and calm before an exam and will result in optimum outcome.