Bangalore: You may think others are smarter and you become dumber as you would face losing your problem-solving ability (temporarily) which is termed by the scientists as our "expression of IQ." The Virginia Tech Carilion Research Institute researchers reveal in their newest study, reports the Wall Street Journal. However, in order to prevent ourselves from looking stupid in front of others we generally choose to say nothing and forget the fact this behavior of ours can have an adverse effect on our career.  

According to Careerealism, it is quite evident, that in the recent job market, employees can earn respect from others by demonstrating themselves as an expert. Therefore, employees should keep in mind that people who prove their worth by displaying their talents and general knowledge, which benefits the company are the ones who sustain in the organization and get promotions and pay hikes.  If you keep quiet in order to avoid looking stupid, you are sure to spoil your professional reputation as your supervisors and co-workers may think that you are not confident in your abilities.