The introvert / extrovert perefernce in MBTI and networking

I am convinced that the difference between those who love in person networking and those that find it unpleasant - does rest with our E/I preference in relation to MBTI.  A recent article, Job Hunting For Introverts,  in CNN does a great job of bringing this to the surface. However, I do think the article mixes up some of the preferences  (Yes I know, I have probably revealed some of my own in that statement.  I am an INTP if you aren't a regular reader or if you don't remember the MBTI jargon.)

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The key is in the opening - feeling exhausted by networking and the answer is in the comment - pace yourself.  It isn't that introverts aren't good at networking; it is so tiring and one wonders if it is worth the effort sometimes.  Social networking is easier - it is a different energy not because we need the time.  That is more of other preferences.   SJ's like to be prepared.  "P's" are quite comfortable going with the flow.

Similarly, the same is true of interviews.  Introverts without an extreme preference may do very well as the interviews are one on one.  I am not sure "I's" think before we speak - perhaps but this could be in combination with another preference as well.  I am a talkative gregarious introvert.  So while the research may indicate "introverts tend to think before speaking and extroverts think while they talk"  this does not take into account how quickly introverts may process data or ideas.