Introverted and proud of it

Our company actually matches

Our company actually matches personality profiles to each job. We would want an 'introvert' in our programmer positions so they would be spending time programming - not socializing. They are happier because of the 'fit'. They are valued for their expertise and understanding of the business needs.

Work is work and socializing

Work is work and socializing in work should definitely be an option for you. If you are not comfortable with such thoughts then don't pressure yourself to join the circle. After all, promotions are not based on how many friends you have gained rather on the work that you have done.

Some of the best managers I

Some of the best managers I have had have take taken the time understand accept people's weaknesses along with their strengths. They put the right people in situations where they can succeed with those strengths and provide support when necessary were they are weak.

Sometimes it is necessary to

Sometimes it is necessary to communicate Clearly with the Business Admins.......and, sadly, some I.T intoverts are reluctant, uncomfortable or lacking in needed communication skills on a high calibre business level.

Remember this article, The

Remember this article, The Geek Syndrome?

http://www.wired.com/wired/archive/9.12/aspergers_pr.html

Just a few comments: 1. The

Just a few comments:

1. The term "socially inept introvert" may be part of the problem here. Introversion doesn't necessarily confer social ineptitude. And by the way, being an extrovert doesn't automatically make one a social clown.
2. There is nothing wrong with wanting to do your job well and be left alone, if that's appropriate. But commputers are more ubiqitous than they were 12-15 years ago, and programs must be written with users in mind, not just mainframes off in a room by themselves. And some level of human interaction is always going to be a necessary component in any organization.
3. All that being said, our differences need to be respected, appreciated and valued. On both sides of the social equation.

I work in order to enjoy my

I work in order to enjoy my social time away from work with family and friends in activities we enjoy. Doing a good job entails using whatever social, technical, and COMMON SENSE skills that are required for the particular job or task being performed. Not every person is suited for every job. Pick one you enjoy, train yourself for it, and apply yourself. If the job you want is not available where you are, there are other employers that would enjoy having you work for them. Don't complain, look around, be patient, and make the most out of your current situation. Above all, discuss it with your boss. You might be pleasantly surprised because he may not even know you dislike what you are doing and are capable of doing something else. He may just view you as an incompetent employee.
Also for those who view all good techies as nerds or worse; You don't know us and we want to keep it that way since we view you as egotistical, self centered, pompous, lazy, uncooperative, and out to get what you want at anyone else's expense. My supervisors do not expect me to be a social butterfly. Instead they expect me to exert the skills and abilities to perform my job in and outstanding manner while being polite, courteous, civil, and cooperative.
Remember that everything is a two way street and we all have a right to form our own opinions.