Question

Darla is quiet and shy and does not enjoy interacting with others unless it is strictly for a work project. Her supervisor, Ted, is sending her to a networking event where he hopes Darla will make connections with new clients. Based on Darla’s attitude, Ted is making the correct choice by sending her.
a.true
b.false

Answer 1

Answer:

b.false

Explanation:

Networking involves creating connections with strangers.  It is the act of relationship -building that leads to a new job or business opportunities.  Networking requires the skills to initiate and maintain conversations, know what to say, when to say, and how to say it. It requires confidence and excellent communication skills.

Darla is an introvert.  By her character, Darla would be happy working in a less crowded, quiet, and a familiar environment.  Naturally, an introvert is highly sensitive to their environment. A networking environment will likely cause anxiety and stress to Darla.  Anxiety will likely slow down her mental processes, causing her to be inactive or withdraw from the other participants.