Career

Companies can benefit from adjusting their expectations and allowing individuals, like introverts, to develop their own leadership styles.

Sometimes, your passion for your career will override your discomfort, like working in a people-centric job as an introvert.

One way to succeed in a people-oriented job is to not expect the worst, like having to network 24/7. Instead, focus on your introvert strengths.

Don’t overlook your introvert coworker — they may be quiet, but they’ll make themselves known in other ways.

When you’re facing an uncomfortable work situation, look for coworkers who feel the same way you do and can support you as allies.

As an introvert, extroverted jobs have given me the opportunity to test what works for me — I understand my limits better.

As an introvert, I’ve excelled at every job I’ve ever had. But you won’t see my best qualities when I’m in a large group.

Introverted leaders can rewrite the script, allowing their teams to slow down and do things right the first time.

As an introvert, I’ve been judged for my quiet, “standoffish” personality, which doesn’t always fit the workplace culture.