I truly believe that actions speak louder than words. A person may claim they are one thing, but in reality, they are acting as someone different. The manner in which we act when no one is looking is the true measure of our character and who we are.
The “Every Day is an Interview” philosophy is focused on how we act at all times, not just when the stakes are high. I have seen so many people in interviews who were acting their best in the hopes of getting the prize… a job and a paycheck. As hard as we try, sometimes we hire people who act differently than they did in their interview once they are hired. Their actions spoke louder than their words. They usually do not last long.
Each time I meet a person, I make a mental note about how they act, if they look me in the eye when they speak, if they are a “yes” person, if they have good posture, and if they are kind to others. I am interviewing them and I am taking notes. They might not be applying for a job, but they might have an important role in my future.
The reverse is also true. We are always being interviewed by others that we meet. Are you acting in a manner that is aligned with who you want to be? Are your words and actions in agreement? If not, what do you have to change? What steps are you going to make to enact these changes? Start with how you act when nobody is looking. This is a true measure of who you are. Remember that every day, and every moment, is an interview and each interview can have a profound influence on your life.
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Everyday is an Interview 