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Post by Olivia on Jun 8, 2004 16:25:16 GMT -5
I just hate it when people say 'I was like you once' I mean I know that I am shy and I have been my whole life. As much as I have tried, I can't stop being shy. I have just learned to live with it. It's a fact about me. So I find it insulting when people say, I was like you when they are obviously a very outgoing person. I am currently searching for a teaching job and at my last interview they actually asked me 'So you seem shy, how does that affect your work?' Would somebody aske that of a really outgoing person? Probably not! Do they really expect me to say, oh, yeah, I would be hiding in a corner not saying a word. Obviously not or i wouldn't be interviewing for a job! Anyway, I just hope not all the people I interview with will decide that shyness is a bad quality!!
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Post by Boblouie58 on Jun 8, 2004 20:42:12 GMT -5
Well, I "bet" I was more shy that you ever thought about being.  Many people that appear to be outgoing, were in fact, shy. I was one and no one can believe when I tell them I was shy.  You may have to try and get through and over being upset about people telling you they were once shy; its a fact and I am a living example. Now, I certainly am not saying I am totally over my shyness, it depends more on the situation I am in. Sometimes, I start to go into a store then decide that I don't really want to go in, from shyness..so I may "go back and forth" in my mind whether I should go in or whether I shouldn't? I usually go on inside as what I am feeling is ONLY bothering me in my mind and no one else.  So!!!! they ask you in an interview about seeming shy...why get so defensive about it...go ahead and admit that you get "twinges" sometimes. Heck, this is as normal as everything. People should be more honest with some things and get past...things that matter the least. In interviews I turned "beet red" and was embarrassed if I was asked "any" question but as time went along, I got over most of this.  |
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Post by CaryGrant on Jun 14, 2004 9:51:07 GMT -5
Asking a potential teacher about their shyness seems a fair question, as it could affect your ability to do your job. For all they know, you MIGHT go hide in the corner!
If you can turn your shyness into a strength, that will help in interviews. Point out that while you are quiet, this also means you are thoughtful, you will inspire the quiet kids, you are easy to talk to, you are a calming influence, etc. And stress that while you have your own style of doing things, you will do what needs to be done.
They interviewers were no doubt concerned that you would not be able to handle certain situations - you need to address their fears.
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Many people that appear to be outgoing, were in fact, shy. I was one and no one can believe when I tell them I was shy. 
