What advantages have you gained from being an introvert in consulting?

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deeper, more meaningful connections with people

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Agreed! I think it makes us better listeners

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Allows me to truly listen to my clients

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I am having an offer with hcl and Mindtree and some small company, all are given the same package.
Can you please suggest to me which one is better for job security and learning new things.
Yoe :9
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@MINDTREE @HCL

Thanks.

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How do I get more involved in team room conversations? Any practical tips? I have good comebacks in my head just have trouble voicing them

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The moderators are desperate to have us engage. Clearly do not understand introversion

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Idk why but I seem to have phobia for self introduction, not that I have nothing to say but I just get super nervous doing self intro in front of big group! SOS any solutions?? 💔

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Anyone else frustrated with how people conflate introversion with social anxiety? I’m introverted but not socially anxious. And I know plenty of socially anxious extroverts.

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Hello fellow introverts! How is 2022 treating you all so far? I am eagerly seeking for an exit out of consulting :)

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Sometimes I struggle with the balance between “pushing myself out of comfort zone” and “being comfortable with who I am”. Anyone feel the same way?

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Well, this is clearly going against the spirit of this bowl! This bowl exists for people who are pro at being comfortable in it without talking to anyone and still liking them all.

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What do you do to be aware what peers and others outside your circle are up to?

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The worst imaginable thing happened today. Someone tried to start multiple conversations with me in the quiet room of the library. Thank you all for your support during this difficult time.

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