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One of the first steps to networking as an introvert is to identify your communication style. Then take note of your "social battery" what charges it and what drains it? From there, face to face comversations, linkedin/professional forms of social media, interact and socialize with coworkers, professional events, etc.
Work on improving your communications skills. Just because you're an introvert doesn't mean you can't communicate. But remember to do it in a way that feels authentic to you. One way to get started is to volunteer at an event. This way, you get to interact with a lot of people for a purpose. Another way is to attend professional events you're interested in and create a goal for yourself like talking to at least one person about the event. You have at least one thing in common - the event. It's likely you're both interested in the topic since you're both there. To maintain these connections, you have to make an effort to reaching out regularly on platforms like LinkedIn or even Slack and attending more similar events together.
My advice as a fellow introvert: Answer phone calls and emails promptly, and provide information as quickly and accurately as possible. Maintain a strong work ethic that sets you apart from the rest. Be funny, friendly, and helpful in your communication—someone others can count on. You don’t need to attend the parties; you just need to be reliable. There are a lot of people in this industry who miss deadlines and produce subpar work that looks rushed and careless. By standing out as someone who consistently delivers quality and reliability, you’ll naturally build strong professional connections.
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By learning how to operate while being uncomfortable. And you’ll find introverts are typically only reclusive with people they don’t know. So a little bit of discomfort can turn into an open, communicative relationship.
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Try and attend a happy hour or a work networking event. It helps get you out there.
I heard something recently about how when we have an embarrassing moment nobody else ever thinks about it except us. The best thing you can do is continue to put yourself out there even when it feels awkward or not fun. We are in our heads more than anyone else is.