Two more resources for introverts in extroverted careers

Right on the heels of my earlier examination of whether or not introverts belong in PR, I came across two articles this week that address the more practical aspect of being introverted in an industry that requires the type of off-the-cuff socializing that comes more easily to extroverts:

From Penelope Trunk's Brazen Careerist blog...
Networking tip for introverts
I love Trunk's advice because in addition to giving tips for overcoming the sense of overwhelm that accompanies "networking events," she discusses ways to bolster new relationships by using introverts' natural skills of planning and written communication. Her entire blog is great, by the way.

From LaToya Peterson at Jezebel...
"But... I'm Too Shy To Network!"
Peterson's tack is a more straightforward confront-the-beast approach. Just as useful as Trunk's, with an emphasis on actively developing the tendencies that come less naturally to us.

Peterson's point is important to keep in mind as applied to all personality traits, not just the I/E split - we'll see the most success by leaning heavily on what we do well while working to build strength in the opposite arena. Obviously, the first step to managing that balance is knowing what you're dealing with in the first place. Here is a good place to start.

Comments

[Brett Johnson]

Thanks for the post + links! I had come across Trunk's blog a couple of years ago but had wandered away, so it's good to find 'er again.