Hey friends, let me ask you something: Have you ever felt like you had to be super friendly and outgoing at work just to "fit in"?

I've been there. For a while, I tried to be that high-energy person — joining every lunch chat, throwing out small talk in the pantry, even pretending I loved team bonding games. 😂

But inside? It was draining.

And it made me wonder — is it really necessary to be the loudest voice in the room to be seen or respected at work?

Being "social" doesn't mean being loud 🗣️

We often think being sociable = being outgoing. But actually, it's more about being approachable, respectful, and kind.

Some of my most trusted coworkers are quiet, thoughtful, and observant. They don't shout their opinions, but when they speak, people listen.

You don't need to "perform" to have good work relationships. You just need to be genuine. People can feel the difference.

Workplace politics? It's real — but manageable 🎭

Let's be real, office dynamics can be weird.

Sometimes the ones who are the loudest get noticed first. Sometimes being quiet gets misunderstood as "not involved".

That's why I started doing this instead:

✅ I show up to important conversations — even if I don't say much, I'm present.

✅ I build one-on-one connections — deep > loud.

✅ I learn people's personalities so I know when to speak up and when to hold back.

It's not about being fake — it's about reading the room.

So… do we have to be a "social butterfly"? 🦋

Not at all. You don't need to be the life of the party to build a good career.

But avoiding all interaction? That's not helpful either.

Try finding your own social rhythm:

Maybe it's a lunch catch-up once a week. Maybe it's replying in group chats to show you're around. Maybe it's giving a quick shoutout to a teammate's good work.

You can stay true to yourself and connect meaningfully.

Let's chat — are you more introverted or extroverted at work?

I'd love to know: Do you ever feel pressure to be more social than you actually are? Or have you found a balance that works for you?

Drop a comment below — we're all trying to figure this out in our own way. 🤝💬

No matter your style, you deserve a seat at the table! 💼✨