Introverts

23
Mar

Introvert Leader: 7 Tips for Networking Even When You Don’t Feel Like It

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As an introvert leader, it’s no mystery to you that you need to expand your network. Nevertheless, that knowledge has done very little to prompt you to do anything about it – has it?

It’s a lot like losing weight. You know you should be exercising and eating right but you just never get around to doing the right thing for yourself. Read more

17
Mar

How to Network as an Introvert

{Click here to read the original article on Real Simple.}

Whether you’re happily employed or seriously hunting for a new job, schmoozing is smart policy. But what if you’re the type who’d rather stick needles in her eyes than “work a room”? Here are five super-helpful strategies from the pros. Read more

24
Nov

Overcoming Introverted Tendencies that Might Limit Your Leadership Growth

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When I openly discuss Introverted Leadership, it gets a lot of reaction. The one that interests me the most is when people don’t know for sure they are an introvert. All they know is that they face daily challenges that come from their own tendencies.

Are you facing challenges due to your own behavior?

My view on this is that it doesn’t really matter if you are an “official” introvert as measured by the Meyers-Briggs assessment. What matters is that if you are faced with some introverted tendencies (which we all have at times) – do they get in your way of achieving your goals? Read more

21
Jul

Break The Ice: 8 Networking Tips For Introverts

{Click here to read the original article on Entrepreneur.}

Success is largely determined by an ability to play to your strengths. If you happen to be shy or introverted, don’t limit your dreams or count yourself out just because you don’t fit the traditional image of an entrepreneur. There is more than one path to success. Read more

14
Jul

7 Myths About Networking: The Introvert Guide To Surviving Networking

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Is there anything an introvert hates more than networking?

Probably not. At least, not with the introverts I come in contact with. Read more