How Should An Introvert Job Hunt?

Already, the job interviews are nerve-wracking—and for an introvert it may seem as something very terrifying. No matter whether you are an extrovert or an introvert you'll have to attend the job interviews during your job hunt phase and you'll also have to ensure that you do well in them.

Check out the following superb techniques for job hunting introverts to get through the interview process like a champ.

1) Know yourself and stop apologizing for who you are.

2) Set a minimum amount of time to spend at networking events

3) Be honest about being an introvert when networking

4) Tailor your career search to jobs that will energize, not drain you

5) Research companies and interviewers on the web

6) Take time to create a nice CV or cover letter that speak for you even before you go for an interview

7) If you're speaking over call then get into your comfort zone at home.

8) Don’t shy away from calling to follow-up

9) Give yourself time to recharge between meetings or interviews

10) Ask for details in advance so that you can be well prepared

11) Remember that interviews are conversations, not interrogations

12) Take small breaks like going to the washroom, to energize yourself

13) Do what you’re dreading first

14) Find a mentor

15) Read up or take classes

16) Don’t pretend to be someone you’re not

17) Don’t be embarrassed to highlight your accomplishments

18) Emphasize your strengths as an introvert

19) Use social media

20) Capitalize on your existing network

21) Cultivate a strong web presence

22) Help others

23) Write a “thank you” including any points you want to clarify

24) Work on skills you think you lack

25) Practice mindfulness meditation

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