Introvert FAQs Landing Your Dream Job - Introvert Whisperer

Introvert Whisperer / Introvert FAQs Landing Your Dream Job - Introvert Whisperer Introvert FAQs: Landing Your Dream Job Kayla Matthews June 29, 2018 Career Development, Communication No responses Go to top The job search can seem even more challenging than usual if you’re an introvert. After all, confidence is a critical component of a job interview, and it may be a trait that’s hard to summon when you’re around people you don’t know well, such as a human resources assistant or a recruiter. You also probably have some questions that you’d love to get answered but don’t know who to ask. The content below should give helpful guidance for many of the common things people want to know when they look for employment. 1. Why Should I Care About My Posture? Interviewing tips often address how important it is to pay attention to your body language as well as spoken words, and they typically bring up posture as one of the main factors to remember. One of the reasons it’s so crucial to show good posture is that by doing so, you naturally show confidence and openness â€" even if you feel differently inside. Moreover, slumped shoulders could give the impression that you’re not excited about the job and make the interviewer think that you feel indifferent about your ability to excel in the role. 2. How Do I Keep the Conversation Flowing? Introverts often have trouble knowing what to say while engaging in small talk. If you’re at a party and meet someone new, you probably ask the person about their hobbies or interests, or maybe where they’re from. You can do something similar and fill gaps in your interview dialogue by asking questions about the company, whether they relate to the culture, the history or another aspect. That approach should impress the interviewer because it shows interest. It’s even better if you can ask a question that relates to research you’ve done. For example, you could say, “I noticed that the company’s website mentioned a service trip taken to Guatemala. Could you tell me more about that? I went to Guatemala last year for volunteer work.” 3. What’s the Best Way to Get Ready for Tough Questions? Most job interviews include at least one or two questions that catch applicants off guard, and staying calm in that situation isn’t easy for an introvert. You can’t anticipate every question that will come your way, but you can do your best to prepare for the possible topics by engaging in intensive practice sessions before an interview. Ask a friend to go through the drill with you and pose questions you’re not expecting. Plus, anticipate that the interviewer will ask you to describe a time when you had to work as a team with your colleagues or deal with a difficult client. You can have responses prepared in advance, along with one that gives details about why you want the job. 4. How Can I Keep My Stress Level Down on the Day of the Interview? Introverts typically appreciate some time to themselves before and after events that put them under pressure. That’s why one of the interview survival tricks you need to know involves planning your day strategically so that, if possible, you have a cushion of solitude before and after the meeting. Use the pre-interview time to go over last-minute mental preparations and adopt a positive mindset. Afterward, no matter what happens, trust that you gave it your best shot and that there’s no use in regretting perceived mistakes. They’re already in the past. 5. How Long Should I Wait to Hear Back? Playing the waiting game after going for an interview is agonizing. Naturally, you start to wonder how much time to give the interviewer to get back to you, or if you should assume they went with another candidate. Never put your job-hunting process on hold while waiting to get word from a company. However, a well-organized company should be able to give you feedback about interviews after three to four days. Feel free to check in via e-mail and ask if there are any updates about the position. If you don’t hear anything after that, put your efforts elsewhere. 6. How Do I Sign and Return Employer Documents? Representatives from a human resources team may ask you for documents such as your resume, educational records and picture identification, especially as you progress through the hiring pipeline and finally land the job. If youre not familiar with scanning PDF files or faxing documents, you can avoid common scanning mistakes and save time by requesting help at your local library or a professional scanning service. If you prefer to do things on your own, try the Adobe Scan app. It’s available for iOS and Android and automatically recognizes document text. There’s also Cam Scanner, which allows adding handwritten annotations to scanned text and also works on both the iOS and Android platforms. Thrive as an Introvert Job Seeker You may think that being an introvert puts you at a disadvantage while looking for a new job. However, specific preparations can work wonders for helping you calm your nerves and realize you’re well equipped to show the interviewer why you’re a great pick as a new hire. Go to top Let me emphasize that Self-Promotion doesn’t have to be obnoxious to be effective.  But, if you don’t Self-Promote you, who will? If you ever want to get ahead, you have to learn how to Self-Promote. I want to help you accelerate your career by connecting you with your Free Instant Access to my video that shows you simple, yet effective ways to Self-Promote. Start watching now by clicking here! Brought to you by Dorothy Tannahill-Moran â€" dedicated to unleashing your professional potential. Introvert Whisperer