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Right, I think the main issue that memorization solves is that it can look bad if you stumble or pause for too long while you're trying to explain something. Wh
by rococode 8y ago
Right, I think the main issue that memorization solves is that it can look bad if you stumble or pause for too long while you're trying to explain something. While it's not necessary to memorize stuff you write down word-for-word, it's important to at least know all the key points that you need to bring up and smooth ways to convey those points.
Basically, "I need to answer X, and phrase Y is a good way of saying it", rather than "Better memorize this 5 sentence script answering that question".
- nsmog767 8y agoTotally agree with you about scripts. Can't speak to exactly what Justin meant, but memorization projects confidence AND makes sure that nerves don't get the best of you! In situations outside of interviews like this, I've stumbled over things I should have known simply because I had the butterflies. I wonder if I had rehearsed, maybe it would have solved that slight hesitation you alluded to?