we have ongoing socializing calls with my team and I always have absolutely nothing to say. I am an introvert + I feel I can't relate to anything my coworkers are saying. I always too scared to say anything so I end up not talking at all, which people notice. It is making me very anxious and I do want to get along with them and be liked etc. What to do?
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Good managers should encourage introvert colleagues to speak up or involve them in team meetings more. You should also come up with something you can discuss, maybe plans for the weekend or a hobby. A good point is also to bring up a topic and then ask the round for their opinion. Many social/extrovert people are just really good conversationalists. Most of top level management are really popular too. When is the last time you have seen a really ugly or anti-social leader?
People love talking about themselves, so make sure they do that and act like you care.
How to act like you care even though you don't: - Laugh at their jokes - Nod in vc meetings - Make interesting/engaging hand gestures (put hand under chin "thinking pose", etc) - Don't take yourself too seriously, act relaxed, have a beverage next to you and have fun
Good luck.
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You must be super fun at parties