There are several differences between extroverted and introverted leadership. Most notably, how they communicate. Extrovert leaders will communicate verbally more often. They hold meetings, talk on the phone, and have “emergency” brainstorming sessions. Introvert leaders communicate non-verbally more often. They will send out mass emails, text people, and only hold meetings when absolutely necessary. They …
One book every manager should read is “Leadership for Introverts.” Introverts make up half the population, so half the staff the manager leads are introverts. The book was written for introvert leaders, but it is helpful even if the manager is not an introvert; it will help him/her learn more about how to work with …
Yes, I said it. Perhaps you would rather be eaten alive by lions than get in front of a crowd, but I would like to challenge you on that because introverts are uniquely qualified to speak in public. I originally added public speaking for marketing purposes: Public speaking is a great way to get known …
Many people think that introverts are shy, wallflowers that are afraid to be in public. Introverts, however, are not shy at all. Many public speakers are introverts. Barak Obama was an introvert, and he was President. Introverts actually like having conversations. But, as extroverts like to be in crowds and have more surface-level talking, introverts …
Entrepreneur Magazine has a pretty good article on how introverts can use their special skills in the business world: https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/329961. It has great points on how to help introverts bring out their best, but I would have liked to see this article do more to help introverts as leaders. Read my book, Leadership for Introverts, …
I still remember the day I had a very difficult meeting scheduled. Two people I were responsible for had miserably failed to do some important tasks and, as a result, a large project was held up. I woke up that morning dreading the day to come. I visualized the meeting being absolutely terrible, and I …
Feel like nobody listens to what you say? There are three actions you can use to be taken seriously. Take others seriously (meaning: Listen). We tend to talk more when it seems like other people don’t take us seriously, spending more time explaining what we mean by what we say. One way to be taken …
There is one thing you should know about yourself before you get into a relationship with another person: Are you an introvert or an extrovert? This question is vitally important because, depending on the answer, it can make or break the relationship. Introverts process internally, and they need time to themselves throughout the day. Social …
Opposites attract, and that is proven when an introvert and an extrovert get together. introverts and extroverts in a relationship have the opportunity to discuss how they relax, or recharge. Extroverts love to be in groups of people, happily talking about nothing in particular. That is how extroverts recharge their batteries. The batteries of an …
Introvert leaders, now you have a book that can help you improve your leadership skills. Leadership for Introverts is available through Amazon.com, Audible.com, and many other places. You can also listen to samples of each chapter here. Or go to www.leadershipintroverts.com to read a sample of the book. Enjoy!