How To Introduce Yourself At Work (And Actually Be Remembered)

Many people rush through introductions because they think they should not take up too much space and time.

But this actually works against you.

In fact if you observe executives, they don’t rush through things. They take their time to connect with others. Because when they do, their message lands too.

You get to take up space. And when you do it well, people remember you for the right reasons.

A strong introduction does three things: it establishes your credibility, builds trust, and gives people a reason to want to work with you.

1. Lead with credibility

Credibility is about helping people understand what you bring and what you have built. Ask yourself: what in your background would make someone trust your judgment?

Consider the clients you have worked with, the problems you have solved, the outcomes you have driven.

Compare these two introductions:

“I graduated from NUS and have been in banking for the past ten years.”

versus

“I graduated with a business degree but very soon realised that systems were key in scaling businesses. I spent the last decade working with governments and tech companies to solve their backend issues so that revenue streams are optimised for profitability. I am really excited to be working with you all to learn and to grow in this new role. Outside of work, I’m a proud fur mom and I enjoy vibe coding apps to motivate me to keep consistent in the gym!”

The second one gives people something to connect with because it shows who you are and what you have built.

2. Build trust by bringing your human side

Trust comes from both credentials and connection. Share something about yourself that people cannot read on your resume. It could be a passion, an unconventional career path, or a personal interest that shows who you are beyond your job title.

For example: “Outside of work, I am a huge photography fan. Recently I went to Japan to photograph a wrestling match and it was really fun.”

Or if your career has taken an unexpected turn, lean into that story. Use humour where it feels natural. It helps people warm to you faster.

People remember stories and personality!

3. Do your research

Before an important meeting or event, research the key people you want to connect with. Look for commonalities like shared experiences and interests.

For example, if you read that someone recently relocated from Australia and you have lived there too, bring it up. People lean in when they find common ground. Shared experiences build rapport faster than any formal introduction can.

This applies especially when you are going into interviews or starting in a new team. Knowing something about the people in the room signals preparation and genuine interest.

Final Thoughts

A great introduction opens doors. It positions you as someone worth paying attention to, before the work even begins. Share in the comments how you would introduce yourself. I would love to get to know you!

Rooting for you,
Angel Kilian
Founder | Career inFocus