# 126. 5 CSM Interview Mistakes That Cost You the Offer

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Published: 2026-06-24T08:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

The interview mistakes costing you offers are probably not the ones you think they are. In part two of this series, I'm breaking down the final five interview mistakes our coaches see Customer Success candidates make over and over again. I'm sharing why trying to sound polished can actually hurt your performance, the mindset shifts that can help you stop second guessing yourself, and the patterns that make strong candidates come across as less confident than they really are. You'll walk away with a different perspective on what interviews actually are and how to show up with more confidence, authenticity, and trust in yourself. If you're ready to stop overthinking every interview and start performing like the Customer Success professional you already are, hit play and let's dive in. And if you're ready to stop talking yourself out of the room before you even walk into it, apply for coaching HERE and let's work through it together. 2:11 – Why ditching the “perfect” script could reveal more authentic interview answers 4:32 – The shift that makes interviews feel much less intimidating 7:31 – How one simple framework can help you stop rambling and keep answers sharp 9:36 – The real reason more prep time might be holding you back instead of helping 11:16 – The mindset switch that could boost your confidence (and results) in interviews 12:53 – How to improve your interview if you’re still feeling stuck OTHER EPISODES YOU’LL LOVE: 🎙️ Episode 125: 9 Reasons You Freeze in CSM Interviews (And How to Fix Each) FREEBIES & RESOURCES: 🛎️ Actively looking for a job in Customer Success or plan to in the near future? Apply for 1:1 Coaching with me HERE 🛎️ Optimize your resume for Customer Success jobs to land consistent interviews with my FREE Training: https://customer-success-car…

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