Why You Need to Consider Hiring Introverts Despite Their Interviewing Skills
Posted February 10th, 2016
Introverts get a bad rap. Simply because of their quiet, reserved nature they’re perceived as awkward, antisocial, uncooperative, and often unemployable. Introverts will rarely dazzle you during the job interview, causing them to get passed over in favor of candidates who deliver a more memorable performance. It’s a mistake, however, to base any hiring decision on the interview alone, and there are distinct advantages that come specifically from hiring introverts. Here are a few to consider:
Introverts Excel in Small Groups
Large groups and audiences can enhance an introvert’s shy qualities. But in smaller settings they often thrive to a greater extent than their peers. If your business relies on small teams or lots of individual assignments, an introvert will feel right at home.
Introverts Have a Unique Perspective
You understand that diversity is important – in gender, race, background etc. What about diversity of personalities? The introverts on your team can serve as a welcome counterpart to your more gregarious staff members.
Introverts are Very Intelligent
When introverts appear lost in thought, that’s usually exactly what they’re doing. This group tends naturally toward careful reflection and deep thinking. When you have a problem that can’t be solved, or need to devise an innovative way of doing things, the solution could easily come from and introvert.
Introverts are Strong Communicators
Communication involves both delivering your own perspective and receiving the perspective of others. Introverts might not be quick to speak up, but they are great at listening and observe things very closely. That meticulous approach is often an asset to an employer.
Introverts are Professional by Nature
A big part of professionalism is self reflection. After all, if you’re not aware of the way you speak, act, and present yourself you can’t work on your weaknesses and develop your strengths. Since introverts are self reflective by nature they tend to avoid embarrassing and possible damaging lapses in professionalism.
Introverts Work with Passion
Strong focus is a defining characteristic of the introvert. When it comes to areas of interest, this group of employees tends to be very knowledgeable, committed, and dedicated to growth. An introvert with interests that relate to your business can easily turn out to be your top performer.
Introverts are Loyal
Team members that like to keep to themselves are somewhat immune to office drama. If they are interested and engaged with their work, they’re likely to stick with your company for longer since they’ve avoided problems with coworkers and managers.
In today’s competitive labor market you can’t afford to write off any professional that can make an impact on your business. Start recruiting introverts, extroverts, and everyone in between with the help of Bayside Solutions.
