{"id":755,"date":"2016-12-06T16:26:23","date_gmt":"2016-12-06T18:15:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wayup.com\/guide\/?p=755"},"modified":"2018-06-29T14:12:59","modified_gmt":"2018-06-29T14:12:59","slug":"extroverts-guide-meetings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wayupstudent.wpengine.com\/extroverts-guide-meetings\/","title":{"rendered":"The Extrovert\u2019s Guide to Meetings"},"content":{"rendered":"<style type=\"text\/css\"><!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--><\/style>\n<p><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;work culture, entry-level job&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:5059,&quot;3&quot;:[null,0],&quot;4&quot;:[null,2,16777215],&quot;9&quot;:1,&quot;10&quot;:2,&quot;11&quot;:4,&quot;12&quot;:0,&quot;15&quot;:&quot;Arial&quot;}\">work culture, entry-level job<\/span>Group dynamics are an important part of any work environment and finding an effective way to communicate with your co-workers is especially important. For teams that include both introverts and extroverts, this means finding a good balance between different styles of communication. If you\u2019re an extrovert, you may be wondering about the best way to connect with your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wayup.com\/guide\/introverts-guide-speaking-meetings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">introverted co-workers<\/a> while setting yourself up for your own success.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re working at a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wayup.com\/guide\/paid-vs-unpaid-internships-decide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">paid or unpaid internship<\/a> or an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wayup.com\/guide\/what-is-an-entry-level-job\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">entry-level job<\/a>, here are some tips to help you handle workplace interactions in a sensitive and effective way.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Pay attention to group dynamics<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>In order to make the most of each meeting, take a moment to assess group dynamics before speaking and be sensitive to each person\u2019s needs. For example, if you have a co-worker who feels easily intimidated by group interactions but has great insights, try to set up smaller meetings (or one-on-one chats) to ensure that they are comfortable sharing their ideas. This will create an environment where everyone can express themselves in the best way possible.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Have an agenda and prepare ahead of time<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>One of the wonderful things about extroverts is that they\u2019re able to keep the conversation flowing in both professional and social situations. Although this skill is quite useful in furthering conversations, it can sometimes lead extroverts to approach business meetings as collaborative brainstorming sessions rather than as structured meetings. While this isn\u2019t a bad thing in and of itself, having an agenda will ensure that the goals of the meeting are met before any additional brainstorming or idea sharing takes place.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> If you\u2019re leading the meeting, circulating an agenda ahead of time is a great way to ensure that everyone is on the same page before the meeting begins. And if you want to carve out time for a brainstorming session, this is the perfect way to do it \u2014 just reserve 10-15 minutes at the end for everyone to share their thoughts.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Time your presentations<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Many extroverts are also great presenters who are likely to be more comfortable with public speaking than their introverted co-workers. However, this natural comfort with presenting can sometimes be accompanied by a tendency to go off script and talk for longer than planned. In order to ensure that you stay on track and don\u2019t run over your allotted time, it\u2019s important to time your presentations and to stick to your topic as closely as possible.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Always practice your presentations. This will give you a sense of how best to discuss the information you\u2019re presenting and it will also give you an idea of where you can go off script and improvise.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Always ask questions<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Since extroverts are great at facilitating conversations, they are naturals when it comes to getting those around them to share their ideas. One of the best ways to do this is by asking questions to gauge everyone\u2019s thoughts on the meeting and find out the key takeaways and action points. Asking each person to share their thoughts will ensure that everyone gets a chance to talk and that the team benefits from each person\u2019s individual expertise.<\/p>\n<p>Contrary to popular belief, introverts and extroverts often work very well together. In fact, the two personality types tend to balance each other out, creating a cohesive dynamic. If you\u2019re among the more extroverted members of your team, there\u2019s a lot you can do to ensure that you\u2019re actively participating in meetings while creating a productive environment for everyone around you. This will likely lead to success for the whole team while also highlighting your leadership skills.<\/p>\n<p>Next, get more career tips for internships and entry-level jobs such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wayup.com\/guide\/how-to-be-a-team-player\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Be a Team Player<\/a>\u00a0and find answers to common interview questions such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wayup.com\/guide\/answer-where-do-you-see-yourself-5-years\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Where Do You See Yourself in 5 Years?<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>work culture, entry-level jobGroup dynamics are an important part of any work environment and finding an effective way to communicate with your co-workers is especially important. For teams that include both introverts and extroverts, this means finding a good balance between different styles of communication. 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