Lead: "Someone above me gets the recognition for my work" - The suffering of silent workers
Often, loud employees are successful, also because they are more likely to catch the eye of managers. But usually, it's the quiet ones who keep a company running. How to succeed in no longer overlooking introverts.
Two German women, Sophie Schütze and Maria Weber, who prefer to remain anonymous, share their experiences as introverted employees who feel their contributions often go unrecognized. Despite being diligent and detail-oriented, they struggle to self-promote and assert themselves in the workplace. Career coach Katja Schwalbach notes that the economy favors those who can present themselves well, often overlooking quiet and capable employees.
Schwalbach advises leaders to understand and accommodate introverted employees' needs, such as providing advance notice of meetings and offering genuine, unsolicited feedback and recognition. Small gestures, like a simple "thank you," can make a significant difference in boosting their confidence and job satisfaction.
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