From the course: Finding Your Introvert/Extrovert Balance in the Workplace
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From the course: Finding Your Introvert/Extrovert Balance in the Workplace
Have more visibility
- I love the Arabic proverb, "Open your mouth, "only if what you're about to say is "more beautiful than silence." I think many introverts would agree. But if we are to influence others, we must be heard. If we are to have credibility, we must be noticed. So let's look at some ways we can increase our visibility. John is an introvert who knows he sometimes goes unnoticed. He's sitting in his usual corner spot. He's listening but not saying much, trying not to take up too much space. People might leave this meeting and not even remember if John had attended. But he's on his way to fixing that with some simple changes. See if these tips will help your visibility as well. First, arrive at a meeting early and take a seat in the center. Corners are psychological weak spots according to Preston Ni in his book, Confident Communication for Introverts. Shake hands and greet people by name as they enter. That's a sure way to help people notice you. Next, check your seat height. Bring your chair…
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