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Discussion on: I spent 30 years coding full-time, then I switched to full-time management and leadership. Ask me anything.

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sforce • Edited

Hi Lorenzo! Congratulations on your 30yrs! I consider myself an introvert and being in a corporate company, there's a constant pressure to 'build my brand' and to 'go out there and network'. Any advise for introverts like me? :)

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Lorenzo Pasqualis

Thank you! :) My advice is to read this book. It is a great resource that will help you look at being introvert with different eyes.
The good news is that over time being an introvert will be less and less pronounced. The other good news is that in the tech space, a lot of people are introverts.
I recommend forming strong 1:1 relationships with people that can teach you something, and mentor you. As an introvert, you have the advantage of being good in 1:1 situations, so that will help you a great deal.