The Shyest In The Room l Honest Career Advice for Introverts
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Selling for introverts - a step by step guide on what really matters!
06 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode # 37, we dive into the world of sales and focus on why being good at selling does not require you to be extroverted or any mor...
Follow these 7 rules to avoid oversharing at work! Trust me, it can save your career!
05 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever ask yourself: Was it ok that I told that story? Did I share too much personal information at work today? Is this really an anecdote I can ...
My 3 golden and bulletproof rules, to adapt early on in your career!
01 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I have said many times that I do not believe in one recipe to follow for a successful career, but I do have established some rules for myself, that ha...
How much socializing you really have to do at conventions to grow your career?
30 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you dread going to conventions, because you are not one for hanging out at the bar after a full day of networking? Do you feel overwhelmed? Good ne...
Do you need a reminder today on why being an introvert is good for your career? Here you go!
29 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you ever feel like you need to change who you are, be more outgoing, more talkative or more of an entertainer do have a successful career, this is ...
Why firing someone needs to always be done with respect - regardless the circumstances!
28 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Did you ever have to fire someone? Just like hiring people for your business, there can be a variety of reasons, brining firing someone to the table....
How to deal with rude customers and where to draw the line!
27 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Rude customers. Clients. Partners.... the list goes on. And at one point in your career we will all encounter one. But do not worry. There are ways to...
Why you need to embrace the 'NOs' along the way and how you make rejection your friend!
22 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Spoiler alert: Rejections are what shapes the way to success. Rejections form us, push us to create new ideas, change approaches and drive ourselves o...
Do not change who you are to fit in at work. Why being your quiet self will help you grow!
21 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel like you are not yourself at work? Do you try to fit in, by trying to be more outgoing or extroverted than you are? Does it drain you, bei...
How to give a strong presentation - it only takes one small trick!
20 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Nightmares, sweaty palms, out of breath, shaking hands? Do you feel like giving a presentation can be the most overwhelming hurdle to take? Trust me, ...
Why celebrating your achievements is necessary for your career growth!
17 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Friday.Celebrating achievements, especially small ones, can be a difficult talks for many introverts, as we do not like to be the center of atte...
How to ask for help at work, and why you have to do it!
16 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you guilty of trying to always finding out things on your own? Do you spent hours searching google or finding out how to complete tasks, when ther...
The moment that makes or breaks the deal - do you know how to work it in negotiations?
15 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone in business knows, negotiations can go in your favor or not. But of course, we want them to go in our favor and help us seal the deal or get ...
The art of delegating tasks as a manager and how you use it to your benefit!
14 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you struggle with delegating work. Do you sometimes feel like you are taking on too much of a workload, because you do not fully trust to hand over...
Find the courage to speak up in a meeting and share what you want to say!
13 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Speaking up can be a big hurdle for those of us who are shy and are not always confident that what we want to say, or the idea we want to share is goo...
3 big lessons I learned in my career - try to avoid these mistakes!
10 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I want to take todays episode, to share with you 3 major lessons, I had to learn the hard way in my career, and I wished I would have known sooner. We...
How to keep your energy high around extroverted co-workers - take charge!
09 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you feel exhausted after work, or feel the need to re-charge all weekend alone, you might want to review who is stealing your energies. I have been...
What to do when you are getting emotional at work - and why it is ok!
08 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Crying, yelling, punching things.... I think everyone has experienced all sorts of emotions at work But what about the ones, that we do not really wan...
Group Projects - a survival guide for anyone who is not a fan!
07 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Group projects have always given me major anxiety. But whether you like them or not, they follow you into your career. (Unless you work a job where yo...
How to set goals for yourself and achieve them!
06 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Goal setting for me, together with proper time management, is really what a successful career is all about. In episode #18 on career advice for introv...
5 things you have to apologize for & 5 things you should NEVER apologize for in your career
03 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I noticed people love to apologize at work, especially for things that do not need apologizing. Apologizing too much can cost you your credibility and...
How to get that promotion - 3 dos and don'ts everyone needs to know!
02 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready to get promoted? Do you know it is your turn, but nothing is happening? Spoiler alert: promotions will not rain down on you, you need to...
The basic hacks on selling yourself if you are not a sales genius
01 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How to sell yourself successfully is a question I get asked a lot. In episode #15 I want to share with you what is actually required to sell yourself ...
Negotiate your salary like a boss in 3 situations
31 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Episode #14 is all about salary negotiation. Salary negotiation skills are essential to any viable career, and help you get the pay day you deserve.Bu...
Why you need to find out your 'salary' market value today - and how to do it!
30 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Knowing your market value and how to determine how much salary you can ask for, is the key focus of episode #13. There are different ways to determine...
Use these key tips to successfully motivate your team - and keep motivation levels high
27 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Episode #12 is all about team motivation ideas. If you are running a team, keeping motivation high needs to be your top priority and part of your team...
How to built a strong connection with your team using a few simple hacks
25 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode #11, we are going to look at how to connect with your team as a manager and develop team management skills. How close should you get with ...
The 4 main steps as a first time manager - you don't want to miss them!
23 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Episode #10 is all about your first steps as a newly in charge manager. How to start getting to know your team, key aspects in team management, and wh...
It is time to leave work at work - start the weekend right for your mental health
20 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode #9, the shyest in the room looks at the topic of mental health and how to leave work at work. With the weekend approaching, it is important...
Too shy to network successfully at conferences? Find out now how to change that!
18 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 7 is all about networking in business for introverts.While networking can be stressful for many of us, networking at conferences can be even m...
Level up your time management and productivity with my go-to hacks
16 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode #7 of the career advice podcast for introverts, time management takes the focus. Scheduling your day, allocating time for projects, meeting...
The starter kit for your next job interview - 3 simple hacks
13 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This career advice episode #6 is dedicated to job interviews ( truth be told I am not a fan, but have been to many and conducted many as well) and how...
Use these 3 hacks to attend a meeting with clients with courage (Part 2)
11 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Episode #5 is part 2 to my previous episode, where I spoke about hacks for a leadership meeting. This time, it is all about business meetings outside ...
Use these 3 hacks to attend a leadership meeting like a pro (Part 1)
09 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hi everyone, in episode #4, I am sharing 3 keys to handling meetings within your company and to actually be able to voice your opinion, even if speaki...
How to send that email and make that phone call without putting it off
03 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hello leaders of tomorrow, in episode #3 I am going to talk about how I get myself to not put off sending an email 📧 or making a phone call 📞 at...
How to survive your first day at a new job
03 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hi leaders of tomorrow, in episode #2, I will be sharing my life hacks for surviving your first day at work at a new job. Plus ways you can use your o...
How to leave your home office and prepare to return to your office
03 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to my first episode. I will be talking about mastering the hurdle of leaving your home office to return to your "actual" office. As ...
The honest podcast on mastering the business world as an introvert
03 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With over 10 years of experience in different industries, I was lucky to work with and meet many managers, executives, or leaders. And along the way I...