history: I went for a job interview.  I had studied so hard and researched the company for weeks beforehand.  In the interview it was great because I could answer all the questions with ease.  I was very proud and felt on top of the world when I left.  Half an hour later I got the phonecall that I got the job! I got a job interview for a very prestigious company.  I spent weeks studying and researching them then had my interview this morning.
current: Great! you must be well prepared. Are you nervous?
next: No actually I was feeling very positive as I had done so much research.  During the interview I was able to answer the questions with ease and my courage just grew and grew.  I left feeling on top of the world as it had gone so well!