Changing Direction
Over the last year this publication has been about growing on social media.
That’s still something I care about. It’s been a big part of my journey.
But if I’m honest, it’s not what I’ve been thinking most deeply about recently.
What I keep coming back to is something else.
Introversion in corporate environments.
I’ve spent 20 years working in corporate. I’m still there. And I’ve seen the same pattern over and over again:
Capable, thoughtful people being labelled “quiet”.
Strong performers being overlooked.
Promotion decisions rewarding visibility over depth.
Most workplaces are structured around noise.
And if you’re wired differently, it can feel like you’re playing the wrong game.
So from now on, this publication is going to focus on that.
Introverts at work.
Visibility bias.
Promotion psychology.
Energy in overstimulating environments.
How to win without becoming louder.
If that’s not your thing, no hard feelings at all. You can unsubscribe below.
If it is, I think you’ll find this direction more honest - and more useful.
First proper piece will be live in a couple of days
— Lee
Lee, this pivot feels like a breath of fresh air.
I’ve spent 19 years in the corporate world, and I still vividly remember the first time I officially stated, 'I am an introvert.' Even after a decade and a half, I still find myself having to provide 'proof' that my different way of acting is just as effective as the louder approach. It's exhausting to constantly remind the environment that depth doesn't lack impact.
I’m just starting my journey here on Substack, and I’ll admit, I’ve been feeling that familiar pressure to adjust my 'lens' to match the extrovert creators. Your post is a great reminder I needed: that the goal isn't to play the wrong game better, but to redesign the space around how we actually function.