How To Maneuver A Networking Event If You’re Shy Or Introverted

As the founder of a large networking organization, I get a lot of questions from people who are shy or introverted, asking how they can make going to a networking event more comfortable. Here are a few quick tips to consider before heading to your next event.

1. Come for “introvert hour.” The beginning of an event is the perfect time to arrive if you’re shy or introverted. Because there are fewer people there at this time, it is easier to engage in a conversation without being interrupted, and it’s when everyone is looking…