Tuesday, January 22, 2019

Workplace Wallflower: 5 Career Success Tips for Introverts


Sometimes being shy and timid can serve as a handicap when it comes to success in the workplace. Being the wallflower can mean being overlooked for projects, promotions and advancement. Being an aggressive and passionate communicator has its perks, and many introverts simply feel they don’t have the confidence or the personality to really get in the game with the movers and shakers of their industries.

Writer Elaine Knowles details mistakes many introverts make while networking and gives insight on how to change habits that could make or break a professional’s success.

Look people in the eye: This is an important point often overlooked by introverts. I’ve been at meetings where experienced managers look at the floor. I understand it’s hard to be something you’re not, but start with small exercises, whether networking or in meetings.

Read More: https://www.blackenterprise.com/workplace-wallflower-5-career-success-tips-for-introverts
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