It really is important to be popular and well-liked. I remember in high school when all the adults were telling me that life wasn't a popularity contest, and now I know that they lied. Working in any career requires good people skills, excelling requires outstanding people skills as well as the ability to make a good and memorable impression.
As a fantasy artist, I'm learning what it means to slave away in total isolation during the week, while going out to shows to sell my art on weekends. The first part has come easier to me than the second, being an introvert. Now I'm learning how to make the most of every possible contact I have with peo