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The So-What to Being a Professional And an Introvert.
I believe we all possess a certain amount of practicality- even
the most off-the-cuff people out there. There are just times when
we need to know the bottom-line action to what we hear.
When it comes to your own professional challenges, here are some
of the most common of those for Introverts, what it is about us
that creates them and what to do instead.
#1 Issue:
Feeling awkward or lack of confidence when meeting new people in
open network events.
Introvert challenge:
When we dont have a purpose to speak or a context of
understanding about another person, our auto-pilot behavior is to
listen or observe.
Solution:
Try to attend events where you have common background or
interest. This gives you a place to start a conversation.
#2 Issue:
Attend business meetings but usually fairly silent and dont
contribute as much as others.
Being around people, especially a group of people depletes our
energy plus we tend to listen and process what is being said rather
than talk. Introvert challenge:
Before a meeting, spend time on solitary tasks to build your
energy. Realize you dont have to dominate, simply
contribute.Solution:
#3 Issue:
Tend to not self-promote so other, less talented get sought out
for assignments, advice or promotions.
Introverts tend to be task focused and overlook the important
action of ensuring people understand their
accomplishments.Introvert challenge:
Think in 3 stages for communication about deliverables: 1-
Actions to be taken. 2- Actions currently in process. 3- Completed
projects and results.Solution:
#4 Issue:
Because we listen more than we speak, we can be perceived in
many possible ways: - unengaged difficult unsociable not caring for
others uninterested in leadership invisible.
The perceptions of others matter significantly in our career
progression because those opinions drive opportunities or the lack
of them.Introvert challenge:
In order to change your Personal Brand , you need: Specific
information on your behavior that is creating the undesired
perception. You need objective feedback. Solution:
If you are an Introvert or simply think you may have some of
these tendencies, you need to understand that it can impair or slow
down your professional progress.
With some insight and actions, you can easily mitigate any
issues that may arise.
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