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Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"Deadlines are par for the course when working as a writer. I am sure to use a few project management applications such as Trello and Wrike, to ensure that my work is always well organized. Half the stress of a job comes from feeling unprepared so, when I can nip those feelings in the bud, everything else seems to fall into place."

Christina Erne is a meteorologist and a journalist at News 10, Albany's ABC/FOX affiliate.
Writers are often subject to immense pressure being required to write under a tight deadline or working under strict rules that are tough to follow. Discuss how you work under pressure, ensuring that you meet your client's needs at all times. Some ways to cope could be using a convenient project management system, slotting your writing hours, creating a solid outline before beginning, or having outside resources such as a researcher or editor at your disposal. Assure the interviewer that you are capable of managing the stress that comes with being an in-demand writer.

Christina Erne is a meteorologist and a journalist at News 10, Albany's ABC/FOX affiliate.
"I feel I do some of my best work under pressure; however, it is never ideal to be under the thumb of a tight deadline. To minimize potential stress, I will sub-contract an editor or use a researcher for articles or e-books that require a great amount of research. Leaning on the skills of others is something that writers find hard to do, but it is a life-saver when the pressure is on."

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