Struggling with Shyness and Assertiveness in HR: How Can I Overcome These Challenges?

Hi friends,
I want to make my career in HR. I am doing MBA (1st year). My problem is that:
1) I cannot talk much to people.
2) I cannot mix up fast with people.
3) I am also a bit reserved and shy kind of person.
4) People can easily make me do things as per their convenience, and at that time, I don't realize that they are making me do their work.
5) I don't know how to handle and tackle people.
All these things are very important in HR, so please, can you tell me how to overcome my weaknesses.
Please tell me what should I do to overcome all my weak points.

Well,

It's good that you are doing nice introspection before moving ahead in HR. What I would suggest here is that you start observing other people, especially your role models, and how they interact with new people. Try to act like them slowly and gradually.

Another thing, whenever you get a chance for public speaking, don't miss it out anyhow. That's extremely important to solve your queries fast. If things work out with these two, get back to me; we may form further steps. Otherwise, look out for other ways.

Good luck ahead.

Hi all, I have gone through all your advice. I am also facing the same problem. My nature is reserved. How should I tackle this kind of problem? Please help me.

Thank you, Preeti

Don't worry. Your weaknesses may be your power, but you might not understand it yet. Everybody has some weaknesses. Think about it, and don't assume all HR people don't have weaknesses. If you want, you can pursue a career in HR.