I'm an introvert who struggled to communicate at work. These 3 tips helped me.

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After the healthcare technology firm I worked for was acquired, I sat around the table of leaders at the corporate headquarters in San Diego, wondering if they were questioning their decision to appoint me to lead the merger effort. I felt overwhelmed, leading me to remain silent and barely contribute, and I was certain they were wondering: Who brought her here? Why is she taking up a seat?