The Shyness & Social Anxiety Workbook
218UÊYour appearance is important. Make sure that you are dressed attractively 
and that your hair is neat. Note that appropriate attire for one job interview 
may be quite inappropriate for another type of job. If you’re not sure what 
to wear, err on the side of dressing in a more conservative and professional 
manner.
UÊRemember to use some of the strategies discussed earlier in this chapter. For 
example, really listen to what the interviewer asks or tells you. Pay attention 
to your nonverbal communication and try to maintain eye contact.
UÊBe courteous, polite, and tactful. Remember to say please and thank-you. 
Don’t disparage the organization, the interview process, or the person inter -
viewing you. In fact, avoid appearing overly negative about previous jobs 
and employers, even if you were unhappy in a previous position.
UÊAppear ﬂexible and willing to compromise. For example, if the hours aren’t 
perfect, let the interviewer know that you will do what you can to accom -
modate the schedule. After you get the offer, you can renegotiate the hours. 
If it doesn’t work out to your satisfaction, you can always turn down the 
position.
UÊAsk questions. A job interview has two purposes: (1) to allow the interviewer 
to decide about you and (2) to give you an opportunity to decide whether 
you want to work for that particular organization. Make sure you ask ques -
tions during the interview. Not only will asking questions help you to ﬁnd 
out more about the position, but it will also convey to the interviewer that 
you are serious about the job.