Everyone has a different idea of the ideal employee. But one thing is certain. For most jobs, employers imagine a more extroverted person. That is, one who has no problem communicating with people and who is rather open-minded. However, even introverts have their pros when it comes to employment. And they are not few.
Introverts are generally thought of as people who draw energy from their inner world. They don't like small talk and over-sharing personal information. Company and multiple external stimuli can exhaust introverts.
On the other hand, introverts like deep discussions and quiet. They have an aptitude for creative activities - not only artistic, but also scientific.
Although a quieter colleague who doesn't talk much and doesn't tend to attend company parties may seem like a hostile person who you definitely don't want on your team because he would disrupt the company culture, look at it from the other side.
What qualities make introverts good employees and why should you hire them?
1. Have an analytical mindset
Of course, extroverts have that too. However, introverts have the advantage of having more distance from the outside world. Introverts are excellent planners, they can design and assess individual solutions in advance, and they are good at working with texts and numbers.
2. They are persistent
Introverts excel at getting the job done. They are persistent and can keep an idea going even when things are not moving very fast. Introverts are not easily distracted by new stimuli.
3. Rather than talk, they write. And very well!
For an introvert, a written form of communication is much more comfortable than picking up the phone and making a call. An introvert can think the message through in writing. And for the receiver of the message, the written form of the message is often more understandable as well. Not to mention that introverts tend to be great creative writers.
4. They are calm and their calmness "infects" others
In order to do quality work and also to recharge, an introvert needs peace and quiet. If he doesn't have it, he gets nervous, irritable and tired. And with that, his productivity drops. However, if the introvert has favourable working conditions, he can infect his calmness to other colleagues who appreciate the calm atmosphere 100%.
6. They listen and are empathetic
An introvert usually doesn't want to tell you much about themselves. He likes his privacy and doesn't enjoy protracted conversations about his personal life. However, if you come to him with a problem, he will be a great listener. Which disproves the prejudice that introverts don't make for a good company culture.
7. Respectful and friendly
Introverts can be very good colleagues at work. Mainly because of the two points mentioned above. They respect other colleagues and don't threaten to muddy the waters. They are all about a friendly and welcoming work environment.
So employing introverts is really no obstacle. On the contrary. With introverts on your team, your company can only gain. And if you also give them some peace of mind at work, you'll be surprised how great introverts can be.
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