I think introversion and shyness/social anxiety or lack of social skills always get confused. Plenty of introverts I know can function extremely well in social

I think introversion and shyness/social anxiety or lack of social skills always get confused. Plenty of introverts I know can function extremely well in social situations although they may not enjoy them. On the other hand others (like me) don't do well in social situations even if they want to and try repeatedly. In the end it's about social skills and being able to perform if needed. If you lack these you are at a disadvantage no matter if you are introvert or extrovert (there are plenty of extroverted people who don't have social skills and are not successful).