By my own assessment, I’m terrible at small talk. That’s a huge problem for me at networking events, during cocktail parties and at professional conferences. I find idle chatter uncomfortable, I can’t think of anything to say; it all makes me extremely self conscious. I know, I know… that is the WRONG attitude to have! […]
Author: Alana
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Over the last few weeks, I’ve been asked more than once, “how might an introvert become a master networker?” The topic has not only caught my attention due to readers and other parties calling it forth, but this week’s Time Magazine cover story is entitled, “The Power of Shyness: The Upside of Being an Introvert […]
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Last week, someone said to me, “Gosh. I don’t know how you do it.” It was meant as a compliment. They were referring to my productivity level – coupled with the breadth and diversity of related activities that I engage in. Honestly, I get that a lot. My answer is typically some more polite form […]