The needs of introverts have received much more attention in recent years. However, the tech industry's penchant for open plan offices means that managers must ensure that they are enabling workers of all personality types to be their most productive.
"An intentional focus to develop a work culture that is inclusive and supportive of all individual differences will allow all employees, including introverts, to feel more engaged, valued, and nurtured—thus mining the full capabilities of all employees' knowledge and talents for enhanced team and organizational effectiveness," said Ozias Moore, assistant professor of management at Lehigh University. "Managers and team leaders must realize that the personalities of individual employees do influence group interaction and outcomes."