Even for the most outgoing person, any stage of the interviewing process can potentially be stressful. Not only do you have to make the effort to put yourself out there, but also to market your abilities and strengths in a way that shows you’re the best candidate for the job.

For the more introverted job seeker, this can seem like an even more intimidating task as it may feel awkward or unnatural to talk about your accomplishments. If you can relate to this, here are 3 things you can do to feel more comfortable during your interview.

Master your body language

While verbal responses to an interviewers question are certainly important, your body language can be much more revealing. For example, non-verbal communication, such as playing with your hair or fidgeting in your chair, may inadvertently reveal your nervousness or make you appear distracted. Being aware of your nervous ticks and eliminating them can go a long way in improving your interview performance, so if you have the time and resources, participate in a mock interview with a friend and record it. Note the types of body language you’re exhibiting and keep that top of mind during your real interview.

Phrase your strengths in a way that feels natural

Since it may seem like a daunting task to think of your strengths on the spot, take time before your interview to reflect upon what makes you unique and why an employer would want to hire you. Next, practice relaying these strengths in a structure that makes you feel confident about yourself.

To feel more comfortable selling your abilities during the actual interview, it can be helpful to have some talking points in mind that you can work into your response to the hiring manager’s questions. Some examples of ways to expand upon your skills could include points of discussion such as:

• How you’ve grown professionally during your career
• An example of when you helped solve a workplace problem
• Something positive your co-workers might say about you
• Your personal/professional motivation behind applying for the job

Ask Questions

For a more introverted person, it may be difficult to ask all of your questions. However, it’s important to remember that an interview is in no way an interrogation, rather an exchange of information that as the candidate, you should actively participate in. Come to the interview with a prepared list of questions about the role and company. Asking these questions will not only help you appear engaged in the conversation and interested in the opportunity, but it can also help you assess if the position is really the right fit for you in the long-run.