Anyone else here struggle with forming relationships with coworkers and clients? I got called out on it before but idk if there’s anything I can do. I struggle with relationships in real life as well. I worry it’s hindering my ability to be promoted and I’d need to leave the field

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Can you be more specific about what you struggle with and what you were called out for?

I was quite introverted and self conscious when I was younger, and it took a lot of practice and learning for me to approach people and interact easily. And I went into an office every day for 25 years

I can’t imagine how hard it is nowadays to learn these skills since we are all so isolated and behind our keyboards. Even in the office we mostly communicate by text.

I wouldn’t take this feedback as a sign you’re in the wrong job. It could be a matter of practice.

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