Feeling Nervous About HR Job Interviews After Certification? Seeking Guidance

I have worked as an HR Executive in an educational institution where I assisted the Director. I learned some basic HR functions during my time there. In order to further my knowledge in HR, I completed a six-month HR certification course. Am I now eligible to apply for a corporate job in a company? I am feeling very nervous about attending interviews for medium to high-level companies. Please guide me in this case.

Dear Angelin Anuradha,

Those who work in big companies are also ordinary mortals like you and me. Therefore, there is no need to get nervous as such.

A job candidate is selected based on qualifications, skills, and the industry in which he/she has worked, etc. You may apply for the post of HR Executive. However, make sure not to take a job where you will be all alone. Instead, choose a position where there is a senior to guide you.

Go and appear for the interview with complete confidence. Numerous job candidates are selected because of their potential and not necessarily their experience. Your candidacy may be turned down due to a lack of experience, but somewhere, luck may be on your side. Have faith in yourself and move forward!

All the best!

Regards,
Dinesh Divekar