As someone very introverted and shy, what would you recommend as a good career? I have been working as a functional/business analyst for the past 5 years and it has taken a toll on me. I’m always exhausted and unhappy. And my anxiety is unbearable. I’ve been thinking of maybe specializing in something more technical. So that the people aspect isn’t as big of a responsibility.

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SWE / data science - typically these roles are calibrated for individual contributors, and asocial behavior is more the norm and more tolerated (though don’t get me wrong, it can still be unpleasant for all concerned).

Plus, specializing in those tracks, particularly in specific deep learning or engineering platforms, can lead to very good compensation (though this is typically time-limited as those skills diffuse - think about the countless Tensorflow developers easily doing things only the most advanced minds could accomplish 5 years ago).

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This. Couldn’t have said it better. That assumes you’re interested in the subject matter though.

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Up to you if you want to change careers but I’d hate to see you convince yourself of any perceived short comings.

There’s plenty of introverts in business, it’s just about learning about yourself and being willing to be yourself. In most jobs, you have to deal with people so there’s really no avoiding it. Get the book “How to make friends and influence people.” This book can teach you ways as an introvert to build your soft skills in business.

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+1 for How to Win Friends & Influence People. It’s a classic and so relevant even today.

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Learn to code

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Going on 2YOE and my current train of thought is very similar. The sales / high stakes meetings of consulting are not for me.
Looking for the most expedient way to double down on data analytics / begin learning SWE

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Same here, 5+ yoe and im defo an introvert so while I can talk to people, presenting is not what I enjoy most or gain joy from unlike extroverts so u r not alone

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