From the course: Interpersonal Communication
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How to communicate as an introvert
From the course: Interpersonal Communication
How to communicate as an introvert
- I am an introvert, and maybe you are too. In fact, studies show that somewhere between a third and a half of people are introverts, but the workplace is still disproportionately optimized for extroverts. After all, in almost all work environments the people who get rewarded are the ones who constantly speak up in meetings, who network all the time, and can't seem to get enough of socializing. That's great for them, but if that's not your nature, and it's certainly not mine, what can you do? You've probably tried faking it and forcing yourself to act like an extrovert. Don't do that anymore, it's miserable. Here's what to try instead and how to speak up in a way that feels true to you. First, understand that being an introvert isn't a pass to avoid speaking up. "Oh, I can't do that. I'm an introvert." That's just an excuse. But what you can do is start making a conscious effort to play to your strengths. A major…
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