Are You an Introvert? And Looking for a Job? Read This!

If you are an introvert, then the thought event searching for a new job is enough to get you to hide and stay indoors.  Don’t worry; there are three easy tactics that can help you make the job-searching process easier. Ultimately this means that you can enjoy your time while still being productive.  Listed below are our suggestions for job searching while being an introvert:

1. Talk About Your Strengths-

If you aren’t extroverted and outgoing, make sure to over-communicate your strengths throughout the application process. If you’re asked by an interviewer if you’re a people person, follow up with this – “I have learned a lot from working with my colleagues in the past. However, I feel as though I do my best work on my own.” This is a professional and honest way to tell your interviewer your preferred working style.

2. Don’t Feel Forced to Become an Extrovert-

A lot of interviewers emphasize that candidates should be extroverted in order to be team players. If this isn’t you, don’t fabricate some story for the interviewer. The truth is, as an introvert that you have different strengths. By pretending that you are someone who you’re not, it will sooner than later come out during work. There are many different ways for an introverted person to be a team player, it is your bosses job to uncover those opportunities.

3. You Are, Who You Are-

If you don’t get the job that you want, don’t take it personally. As an introverted person, you tend to be very reflective while spending time continually thinking about what you could have done differently. When you do this, take a moment and spend time reflecting on other jobs you could apply for. It’s also crucial to realize that sometimes job rejection is a possible blessing in disguise so eventually, you can find a job that is a better fit.

If you need help in your job search, contact Award Staffing. We have offices located in Bloomington, Chaska, Crystal, Delano, Maplewood, and Ramsey Minnesota to help you with your job search today! We will be able to help you find job opportunities and interview situations that play up your introvert personality as a strength instead of weakness. We can do a lot of the communication for you, so you can focus on doing what you do best. Want to learn more career tips and tricks – check our When Work Works blog.