Use 4 Psychology Tricks To Lock in the Job Offer

Is it just me or are interviews one of the most stressful parts of changing careers?

Like every word, every move is being measured?

Welp, truth is, they kind of are.

No wonder its stressing you out!

I bet you've made it into an interview or two but haven't moved to the final round.

So, what should you do??

Have no fear- I have your next steps.

Using these battle-tested, psychology-backed strategies can make you stand out as the most memorable candidate in the room.

Let’s get into it.

Use These 4 High-Impact Psych Tricks

1. The “Similarity Attraction Bias”
   People feel more comfortable with those who seem a little… well, like them. You can use that to your advantage. A little recon on your interviewer’s background can pay off big.

   Do This: Check their LinkedIn or social media. Maybe you share a past employer, attended a similar event, or have an overlapping skill. Slip it into conversation naturally. They’ll feel an instant sense of familiarity with you—without even realizing it.
   
   

2. The "Social Proof" + "Priming" Theory
   Want them to view you as informed and engaged? Prime their brains by starting responses with “Based on my research…”

   How It Works: This phrase signals that you’ve taken the time to understand their world. “Based on my research, I understand that adaptability is key for this team. Let me share an example of when I…”

   It’s social proof, subtly demonstrating you’re already halfway through the door.
   
   

3. The "Storytelling" Tactic 
   Dry lists of skills? Forget it. Use a short, vivid story to convey your skills naturally. You don’t just want to tell them; you want to pull them in.

   Example: “A couple of years ago, we had a project where the deadline got cut in half, and I took the lead to...”

   Not only does storytelling humanize you, but it also locks you in as a problem-solver who’s ready to handle the real-world stuff.
   
   

4. Future Visioning: Make Them Picture You in the Role
   Imagine your interviewer seeing you in their next team meeting, presenting a new strategy or helping tackle a key project. That’s what Future Visioning can do.

   Do This: Say something like, “I can see myself diving into [specific project] and helping to strengthen the strategy by…”

   Not only does it show initiative, but it’s also a mind trick that nudges them into imagining you as part of the team.
   
   

Your Quick Recap

• Similarity Bias: Build instant rapport by finding commonalities.
• “Based on My Research”: Show you’re prepared and tuned into their needs.
• Storytelling: Make them remember you as a strong problem-solver.
• Future Visioning: Help them imagine you already on the team.
  
  

Your Next Steps

Put these moves into action and watch the energy shift in the interview.

Start with one or two tactics you’re comfortable with, and see how they change the conversation.

Want to Go Even Further?

If you’re serious about standing out, the Elevated Careers Career Change Accelerator™ has everything you need to master interview dynamics and land a role that fits you like a glove.

Remember: You’re not just showing up to answer their questions—you’re making them see you as the one who belongs.

Now go in there and shift the power dynamic to your will.

Hope you'll give these steps a try.

With you all the way.

See you next week.