I'm introvert, and I recently was fired from my job because of my personality, I feel rejected..?

Question

rejected of something that I can't change about myself, should I accuse them of prejudice?

Answer 1

No, you shouldn't accuse them of prejudice. It seems like you are letting your introversion get in the way of your daily and that is a problem. You should try doing some exercises to get used to talking to other people or see a psychologist.

Answer 2

nah, instead take this as a sign that maybe you ought not be a used car salesman (or whatever it was you were fired from)

Some positions REQUIRE an ability to deal with people in an extroverted way.

If you were let go, it doesnt mean that you arent PERFECTLY suited to something else -- just figure out what that may be and then go for it.

Surely if the job "demands" extroversion you must have not been so happy with that, as an introvert. I would assume you were uncomfortably taxed with dealing with people in an effective way as far as the job went.

Just find something you like, and are therefore good at, and count this as a learning experience.

If you accuse (sue them?) citing prejudice you will look like an underperforming dweeb. Salvage some self-esteem and do something you are good at.

There's no shame in being an introvert...
I'm one, and I quite LIKE it! : )

Answer 3

Not enough information. You know the situation, and you'll have to make your own choice.

Part of it is deciding whether you want to take charge of your life or play the victim. Just feeling rejected and whining about it probably won't accomplish much. But if you were unjustly fired, you may have to stand up and fight for your rights.

Again, you haven't given enough information. What kind of job was it? If it involved public speaking or something like that, and your shyness or introversion kept you from doing it well enough, then you just need to look for another kind of job--something that suits you better.

Also, a lot of people feel they can't change this or that about themselves, and it's not always true. There may be a few basic things you can't change, but you can always change your attitude, approach, and behavior.

There's a famous little prayer about this:

"God, grant me the serenity
to accept the things I cannot change;
the courage to change the things I can;
and the wisdom to know the difference."

Whatever happens, learn from the experience, let it go, move on, and do better next time.

Answer 4

You don't explain why you were fired for being an introvert... it doesn't really make sense to me unless the skills of your job required you to be an extrovert. If that is the case, then in some ways you should feel relieved because the job was not for you.l There are so many jobs that are great for introverts. Don't try to change - introverts are thinkers and the world needs more thinkers. Just try not to live too much inside your own brain.

Answer 5

u could try but is it worth to. I am introvereted and been fired 5 times which sucks unfortunately unless u are in protected class gender race etc or a whistle blower there is no much u can do legally. Vermont where and i live most other states i brlieve are employment at will they can fire any time any reason and u have to prove discrimination. I f u have diagnosed Social Aniexty disorder good lawyer maybe able to get u something under disabilities act but again as a shy person do u want that and those jerks could always say somrehing like u stole were late etc. contact ur labor dept cause u should get unemployment coverage

Answer 6

If your level of introversion can be classified as a mental illness then you might have a case against your former employer under the Americans with Disabilities Act but I think you had to have told them about it before hand. Depending on the state you live in you might be able to make a complaint to the state rather than subject yourself to hiring a lawyer. My advice, however, would be to let it go and move on.

I was introverted when a young man but over the years I completely overcame it and now actually score as extroverted on psychological tests. It's mainly a matter of building your confidence and gradually learning, by doing, that you can interact with people and be accepted. You can change.

Answer 7

Employers now place a higher value on the atmosphere and morale in the workplace. If they feel someone is doing a fair job, but doesn't work or mesh well with the group they begin to look for reasons to let someone go.

Find a job that is more for introverts - possibly accounting, payroll or data entry. You'll feel more comfortable, and you'll be around more of your people. You're an ugly duck because you haven't found your swan people, yet.

It's hard to go through, I know. Consider this a one door closes and another one opens type of situation.

Good luck!

Answer 8

No, most people think that personality can be changed ("The Power of Positive Thinking") so you need to look for jobs where extroversion is not called for. I am an introvert and prefer working alone. I hate a false smile and was accused of being angry or sullen when I worked in a hardware store (once by a customer who was angry and had a totally unhappy face, but wanted me to be cheerful instead of neutral - I was supposed to show that I was happy to see her, instead of demonstrating that I was willing to help her.)

Answer 9

oh yeah I know how this feels,but I will you one thing..'You are where you are today because thats what you want to be'.

I was a person suffering from all kinds of problems,
SAD,Anxiety disorder and what not!...but today I lead a normal and happy life.(Read my past questions to know what I have been through), what I am trying to say is nothing is permanent in this world,so is your attitude...with constant and dedicated effort you can root out all your problems.

Some of the things I did to make this change which may help you as well.

1)Get up in the morning and read some inspiration book
(eg.See you at the top-Zig Zaglar,80/20 Principle,some websites like lifehack.org)
2)Workout for atleast 30 min per day.
3)Be well dressed all the time
4)Keep track of the time you spend on productivity.
(eg 6 hours work in 14 hours of your day)
5)Pray with a sincere heart.


It took me just about a months time to 'get over it' and lead a happy life.

Answer 10

I feel extroverted at work and introverted at home. I have become very successful in my job and I do feel very secure in my position because of it. Sometimes it is necessary to appear social and interested in others to "get ahead." As many times as I want to crawl into a hole and avoid people, I realize that my positivity ultimately affects my paycheck, so I must do my best to be outgoing. Try and see the good in people, and know that your workday will come to an end. Then you can go home, plunk in front of a t.v. or end up asking dozens of questions on Yahoo. Good luck!