Find the type of gathering that works for you.

• Create your own events.
• Understand when you’re at your best.
• Rate the likelihood of connecting.
• Calibrate your schedule.

The author of this article, Dorie Clark is a strategy consultant, speaker, and author of Reinventing You: Define Your Brand, Imagine Your Future.

Another good book to read on the subject is Susan Cain’s Quite:The power of introverts in a world that can’t stop talking.  Also, listen to her giving a TED Talk.

Source: blogs.hbr.org