Ep 186 Managing Your Early Career as an Introvert

Joanna recently worked with young people embarking on a professional apprenticeship and it got her thinking about what she might have done differently early on in her career if she had known she was an introvert.  In this episode, Joanna looks back on her early experiences in the workplace with the intention of supporting others who are at the beginning of their career journeys. Tune in as our host shares how we can embrace introversion and see it as a strength rather than a weakness. KEY POINTS: Own your strengths as an introvert Learning never ends Honesty with compassion vs Brutal honesty Choosing to be brave earlier on Being clear on your life goals PRODUCTS / RESOURCES: Email your suggested topics to [email protected] What Type of Introvert are you? Find out by taking this quiz: yourintroverttype.co.uk VIA Character Strengths survey here  Visit Joanna’s website here: flourishingintroverts.com Join the Flourishing Introverts Facebook community of like-minded Introverts here: www.facebook.com/groups/Introvertscorner

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Even though around half of any population identify as introverts, this is one aspect of diversity and inclusion that is often overlooked. Every Thursday join flourishing introvert and TEDx speaker Joanna Rawbone MSc, as she explores the costly challenges that introverts face on a regular basis. With her typically pragmatic approach, Joanna’s show includes a mix of 10-minute topics, interviews with inspirational introverts and episodes on how to get the best from introverts. If you are an introvert who is ready to begin or continue flourishing, a manager looking to access the potential of the introverts in your team or the loved one of an introvert wanting to understand how to improve your relationship, this is the podcast you’ve been waiting for.