Virtual Six-Figure Mom Podcast

Why Job Interviews Feel Hard — And What Recruiters Are Actually Looking For


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Job interviews don’t fall apart because you’re unqualified, and believing that they do is often what makes the process harder than it needs to be.


In this episode, I’m breaking down what recruiters are actually paying attention to during interviews, why over-preparing can quietly work against you, and where real interview confidence really comes from. Spoiler: it’s not about rehearsing harder or proving your worth.


Confidence shows up when there’s alignment — between what you bring to the table, what you want next, and what the company truly needs. When those things connect, interviews stop feeling like a performance and become a real conversation.


If you want help preparing for interviews in a way that feels grounded, confident, and natural, I’ve linked my Interview Competence Kit below.


🔗 Resources:
- Interview Competence Kit: virtualsixfiguremom.gumroad.com/l/hjpnub
Six-Figure Clarity Session: https://kristinabutler.com/six-figure-clarity-session


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Virtual Six-Figure Mom PodcastBy Kristina Butler