Hey guys,

I have 6 YOE in small companies and I'm joining a big tech company soon, for the first time. I'm mostly reserved and inhibited and quiet, though I want to lessen those traits. The thought of the new role is causing me some anxiety, sitting all day in an open plan office, not only having to ramp up technically but also build rapport, talk myself up, give engaging presentations and not ostracise myself. Do you (or does someone in your team) have any experiences of being like this and it being a success or failure or irrelevant?

If I'm supposed to be driving impact and showing leadership and being visible, how would you advise I go about mitigating the worst effects of my personality type?

I'm considering even taking medication for it. Alternatively, is exposure therapy the way forward? Perhaps making a list of small talk topics would be useful, though that could come across as quite calculating and rigid.