Networking Your Way: Introvert-Friendly Tips for Career Success

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Networking Your Way: Introvert-Friendly Tips for Career Success

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This is your The Woman's Career Podcast podcast.

Welcome back to The Woman’s Career Podcast. Today, I want to dive straight into one of the most impactful skills for any woman navigating her career: effective networking. No matter your personality, industry, or ambition, strategic networking can open doors that technical skills alone simply can’t. And yet, so many of us—especially introverts—shudder at the thought of the classic “working the room.” But what if networking didn’t have to follow someone else’s playbook?

Let’s start with the essentials: preparation and intention. Eighty percent of women leaders identify networking as the key to career success, according to WomenTech Network. The game-changer is going into any networking event with clear goals, having a sense of who you want to meet, and a quick elevator pitch ready. If you’re an introvert, this preparation can feel like a lifeline—knowing your message and considering a few conversation starters before showing up transforms small talk from anxiety-inducing to manageable. Extroverts, meanwhile, often thrive on the buzz of meeting new people; for you, preparation can sharpen your focus, ensuring that your conversations lead somewhere valuable instead of getting lost in the crowd.

But here’s what so many guides leave out: effective networking isn’t about quantity, but quality. According to the Center for Creative Leadership, think about what resources you actually need and who, among your current contacts, can help supply them. Who are the mentors and sponsors with the influence to advocate for you or offer expert guidance? This is especially critical for women. Having just one strong mentor, as seen on WomenTech Network, can double your chance of landing that board seat or critical promotion—and women with mentors are far more likely to become mentors themselves, fueling a cycle of empowerment that lifts everyone.

Now, let’s address the introverts in the room. Networking doesn’t have to mean loud mixers. It could be inviting someone for coffee, joining a professional group aligned with your interests, or volunteering for a project that brings you into contact with new colleagues. Deborah Gray from Central Michigan University emphasizes building relationships through shared activities—pursuits with a natural focus—where you can connect over something meaningful instead of making forced small talk.

Extroverts can take their natural enthusiasm and apply it to building bridges across different networks. Don’t just stick to your inner circle; go beyond your workplace, reach out in women’s industry groups or at summits, and don’t overlook the importance of following up. As Ellevate Network highlights, a quick message or coffee follow-up can turn a good first impression into a long-term ally.

Let’s remember another finding from DDI: women thrive when they maintain a close network of other women who offer support, gender-specific advice, and trusted connections. Mix these close ties with wider, more diverse networks to get the best of both worlds: support and opportunity.

Finally, keep your network active. Schedule check-ins, share articles or offers of help, and act as a connector for others when possible—networking is genuinely a two-way street.

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