The inherent communication styles of introverts and extroverts can be vastly different and can lead to confusion and misunderstandings between co-workers with opposite types. Introversion and extroversion are both valuable personality traits. Each type has unique strengths that contribute to the workplace. Introverts often take time before responding to questions because they are more comfortable thinking through issues internally. As a result, they often present well-formulated ideas to the outside world.
Extroverts are more comfortable thinking out loud.
In fact, they often need to talk to think ideas through. While our culture may applaud the qualities of the sociable and expressive extrovert, it is important that you, your manager and colleagues also respect the contributions of focused and reflective introverts. To help them hear your input, volunteer more information than you normally would. Identify ways to help your extroverted colleagues better understand your preferences for thinking through ideas and communicating. Recognize that work styles, even for employees with similar jobs, can be very different.