Author Jessica Chen discusses how introverts can navigate the workplace, build a professional brand, and advocate for themselves during the hiring process. She shares personal anecdotes and tips for introverts to boost confidence in job interviews and career advancement.
Advocate for yourself by shedding 'quiet culture traits' to get noticed at work and build a professional brand.
Develop 'Quiet Capital' by strategically shaping career brand, building credibility, and honing self-advocacy skills for career advancement.
Deep dives
Challenging Quiet Culture Traits In the Workplace
Many individuals, including Jessica Chen, founder of Soulcast Media, face challenges in the workplace due to ingrained 'quiet culture traits.' These traits, rooted in cultural upbringing, often lead to difficulties in advocating for oneself and expressing opinions. Jessica's book, 'Smart Not Loud,' delves into navigating these cultural barriers for career success, emphasizing the need to shed these inhibitions while remaining authentic. By sharing personal experiences, Jessica highlights the impact of such traits on communication and career advancement, aiming to empower individuals to overcome these challenges.
Unpacking Quiet Capital for Career Growth
Jessica introduces the concept of 'Quiet Capital' as a proactive framework for career development. This framework comprises shaping a strong career brand, building credibility, and cultivating self-advocacy skills. By focusing on these aspects, individuals can strategically position themselves in the workplace, enhancing visibility and seizing opportunities. Jessica's emphasis on proactively advocating for one's goals underscores the importance of balancing humility with assertiveness to stand out in a professional environment.
Enhancing Communication Skills for Career Success
Communication plays a pivotal role in career advancement, with Jessica stressing its significance in achieving professional goals. She underscores the impact of effective communication, encompassing verbal, written, and non-verbal elements, in influencing career trajectory. By offering practical advice on highlighting strengths, following up on requests, and leveraging personal style in communication, Jessica encourages individuals to continually refine their communication skills for success and growth in the workplace.
On this week’s episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman speaks with Jessica Chen, author of Smart Not Loud: How to Get Noticed at Work for All the Right Reasons. Jessica talks about how her “quiet culture” traits held her back early in her career, and how she eventually learned to speak up for herself in order to get noticed at work. She also shares tips for building a professional brand and advocating for yourself during the hiring process.
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