Knowledge Sharing: Networking for introverts at workplaces

Being an introvert is not easy whenever it comes to social situations. It is even tougher at places with inevitable social interactions like workplaces. Not being able to communicate and socialize can be considered a disadvantage at work. Moreover, communication and socialization are crucial to professional networking. However, it's the nature of introverts to be quiet and reserved. Introverts can be easily misunderstood by the way they interact with others in the office. They prefer to deliberate and think over their answers which can give others the impression that they are aloof and dismissive. This misunderstanding can lead to opportunity cost of not being able to forge stable work relationships between employees. It is important for both introverts to network better with their colleagues and conversely for others to understand and actively aid introverts in networking. This after all will contribute to one of the core values of TRG which is collaboration.

While networking as an introvert can be challenging, we have a few tips that you can consider helping you connect with others in your field. They include participating in online networking, finding a networking partner, and coming up with a plan. Together with these tips are some skills to get you well-equipped for networking. They are self-awareness, listening, and organization. By joining this Knowledge Sharing session, you will get to know how introverts do networking at work, how to professional network better when being an introvert, and how to identify workplace introverts and help them network better.