I'll quietly admit, as an Introvert I spent a lot of time at work avoiding people.

I'd decline lunch invites when colleagues expected me to come along. I'd spot someone from work on the train and quietly change carriages because small talk at 7am would leave me running on empty for the rest of the day…

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If you've ever sat in a performance review and heard the words "you need to be more visible," you'll know the particular frustration that comes with it. It feels both vague and unfair; especially when you know the quality of your work speaks for itself…

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When you start a new job, the advice tends to be pretty unanimous.

Speak up in every meeting. Introduce yourself to everyone. Book coffee chats with all the influential people. Make a big impression and do it fast.

If you're an introvert, that list probably sends a quiet shiver down your spine before you've even handed in your notice…..

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