"Walford suggests identifying up to five "energy anchors" before even setting foot in the interview room. "These are previous work wins that you can recall with ease. These can be anything from receiving a compliment from a peer to working on a successful project," he says. "These 'anchors' help to regulate the nervous system and maintain your confidence throughout the interview.""
"While some extroverts might dominate conversations, introverts can be skilled listeners, giving them an edge over the competition. Those pauses to compose your thoughts before speaking? They're not awkward. In fact, they can be a superpower. "People often feel that they need to fill a silence. However, instead of rushing to speak, utilize it," Walford says. "A calm pause can signal authority, thoughtfulness, and composure-all great working traits.""
More Americans see themselves as introverted than extroverted. Introversion is not a lack of skill, and introverted leaders outperform extroverts by 28%, driving higher team productivity. Interview nerves can be managed through preparation and specific techniques. Prepare up to five energy anchors—previous work wins that can be recalled easily—to regulate the nervous system and maintain confidence. Use silence strategically: deliberate pauses to compose thoughts signal authority, thoughtfulness, and composure. Introverts' listening strengths can provide an advantage in interviews when confidence and preparation are combined with deliberate communication practices.
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