Network! Be Bold! Promote Yourself! - Introvert Whisperer

Introvert Whisperer / Network! Be Bold! Promote Yourself! - Introvert Whisperer Network! Be Bold! Promote Yourself! Network! Be Bold! Promote Yourself! Most of the tips given to employees on how to succeed are perfect- but only suit extroverts. Sadly this is also reflected in our workplaces; most modern workplaces are designed in a manner favoring extroverted employees. Even though introverts prefer working independently, most are gifted with impressive concentration power and their problem-solving skills are impeccable. The laid-back nature of introverts can be seen as a sign of incompetence. However, employers can ensure their introverted employees achieve maximum productivity by ensuring their office is introvert-friendly. What to expect in an Introvert-Friendly Modern Workspace Introverts tend to prefer independent workspaces, over open offices. The ideal workplace for all introverts is one that has a private space for employees, where they can retreat and enjoy their alone time while eliminating all distractions. The perfect modern workplaces should be split into three different areas, an area for group tasks, a quiet area, and a collaborative area. Introverts who want to focus without interruptions can utilize the quiet area. Meanwhile when necessary group tasks arise they can quickly shift from one zone to the other. Introducing social media or other messaging systems (i.e. Slack) for in-office communication is a perfect alternative to needless face to face meetings. Other ways to make meetings tolerable for introverted employees is to ensure they are short and most importantly before lunch! Also, it is essential to provide employees breaks between meetings, social activities or corporate lunches to give introverts time to recharge. While introverts have formulated strategies to ensure they are productive in the office area, employers who want to maximize their employees potential, have to be creative and look for ways to ensure their offices are introvert-friendly.