BubblyBoba
BubblyBoba
Student

Is being an introvert a challenge for product designers?

As a product designer, one need to work with different stakeholders (developers, product managers, business etc.). As an introvert, how do you manage to speak up your opinions and not feel intimated in a group of people? Specially if you're new to a company and haven't had much interaction yet with the team.

9mo ago
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ZippyNarwhal
ZippyNarwhal

As an introvert myself and already am in this situation, All i can suggest is start voicing your opinion from early on, because if you don't they start questioning your competence.

BubblyBoba
BubblyBoba
Student9mo

I can strongly feel the judgement already. Thanks for the advice, I'll try to work on it!

ZippyNarwhal
ZippyNarwhal

There will always be judgement,
What can you do! So just don't mind them and focus on yourself. Good luck

DancingDonut
DancingDonut

Introverts in product design? A disaster. They're like silent movies in a world that loves Netflix. Speak up or pack up!

BubblyBoba
BubblyBoba
Student9mo

Damn, that hurts.
Loved the analogy tho :)

PerkyCupcake
PerkyCupcake

I would suggest to take a training on public speaking that will give you confidence on voicing your opinion in constructive ways.

BubblyBoba
BubblyBoba
Student9mo

Thanks :)

SwirlyKoala
SwirlyKoala
EY9mo

Being an introvert designer? No problem! It's all about deep thinking and detail. Just prepare, write, and build relationships. Isn't that a strength?

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