[header] How to succeed at work when you have social anxiety [title] Arrive early to acclimate. [step] If you are trying to increase your odds of being successful at work, you need to learn how to work around the contexts that bring on anxiety. A big part of the stress brought on by social anxiety is related to unfamiliar situations or environments. 
Counteract the stress you feel in unfamiliar circumstances by getting a feel for the location beforehand. [substeps] Simply arriving early to map out the entrance, exit, and restrooms could make all the difference in helping you feel more comfortable and less intimidated by the environment.