Why Introversion Doesn't Mean Shy (And Other Myths Debunked)

10/01/24 • 36 min

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In this episode, I chat with Stacey, an expert on introverted leadership, about the myths surrounding introverts in leadership roles and how they can excel in environments often geared towards extroverts.

Have a listen and discover how to truly embrace your strengths as an introverted leader!

Key takeaways include:

Introversion vs Extroversion: Stacey shares her thoughts on why it’s not a simple binary choice and how understanding these traits can help leaders play to their strengths.
Debunking Myths about Introverted Leaders: We explore the stereotype of being quiet and discuss why introverts can be powerful leaders.
Practical Tips for Introverts in the Workplace: From preparing for meetings to managing your energy, Stacey offers some brilliant, actionable advice to ensure introverts have their voices heard.
Influence and Contribution: We cover how introverts can influence and contribute without needing to be the loudest person in the room.
How to Ask for What You Want: Stacey gives great advice on how introverts can successfully ask for the promotion, recognition, or raise they deserve.

Stacey also shares a free “Meetings Playbook for Introverts” – you can download it from her website to learn more.

Resources:

Contact me to book your free 30-minute Leading Smarter discovery call on LinkedIn.
Visit Stacey’s website: ifactorleadership.com for more insights and tools.
Meeting Playbook for Introverts: 10 Strategies to Have Your Voice Heard and Your Ideas Shine: https://ifactorleadership.com/meetingplaybook/
Conference Survival Guide for Introverts: https://ifactorleadership.com/survivalguide/- Ways to work with Stacey: https://ifactorleadership.com/coaching/
Connect with Stacey on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chazinconsulting/

Got a question for me? I'm just a message away on LinkedIn.

Click here to get your free copy of my Leader's Guide to Increasing Your Impact, Influence & Free Time

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Have a listen and discover how to truly embrace your strengths as an introverted leader!

Key takeaways include:

Introversion vs Extroversion: Stacey shares her thoughts on why it’s not a simple binary choice and how understanding these traits can help leaders play to their strengths.
Debunking Myths about Introverted Leaders: We explore the stereotype of being quiet and discuss why introverts can be powerful leaders.
Practical Tips for Introverts in the Workplace: From preparing for meetings to managing your energy, Stacey offers some brilliant, actionable advice to ensure introverts have their voices heard.
Influence and Contribution: We cover how introverts can influence and contribute without needing to be the loudest person in the room.
How to Ask for What You Want: Stacey gives great advice on how introverts can successfully ask for the promotion, recognition, or raise they deserve.

Stacey also shares a free “Meetings Playbook for Introverts” – you can download it from her website to learn more.

Resources:

Contact me to book your free 30-minute Leading Smarter discovery call on LinkedIn.
Visit Stacey’s website: ifactorleadership.com for more insights and tools.
Meeting Playbook for Introverts: 10 Strategies to Have Your Voice Heard and Your Ideas Shine: https://ifactorleadership.com/meetingplaybook/
Conference Survival Guide for Introverts: https://ifactorleadership.com/survivalguide/- Ways to work with Stacey: https://ifactorleadership.com/coaching/
Connect with Stacey on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chazinconsulting/

Got a question for me? I'm just a message away on LinkedIn.

Click here to get your free copy of my Leader's Guide to Increasing Your Impact, Influence & Free Time

And if you enjoyed the Podcast please share with someone who might benefit and leave a rating and review.

Previous Episode

What Leaders Get Wrong About Creativity (and How to Get It Right)

Rich Kirkpatrick is a creative leader, author, and speaker who helps people unlock their creative potential.

With a background spanning both business and the arts, he blends science and creativity to guide teams and leaders in fostering innovation. He’s the author of Mind Blown: Unlock Your Creative Genius by Bridging Science and Magic, where he offers practical insights into the creative process.

In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of creativity and how it impacts our personal and professional lives. Here’s a sneak peek at the topics covered:

What is Creativity?
We kick things off by questioning the very essence of creativity. Is there a test to measure it, or is it something more intrinsic?
Leadership and Creativity:
Explore how creativity manifests in leadership and teams, and what happens when it’s missing.
Signs of a Creative Team:
How can a leader tell if their team is creatively thriving or just going through the motions?
The Wizard vs. The Robot:
Discover the two types of thinkers in creativity and why both are essential to the process.
Iterative Improvement vs. Creative Leaps:
Can creativity be a series of small steps, or are big leaps necessary? What’s the risk involved?
Creating a Culture for Creativity:
Learn about fostering an environment where creativity can flourish and the surprising elements that might be holding your team back.
Constraints as Creativity’s Best Friend:
Why setting boundaries might actually unlock more creative potential.
Is Creativity Always Good?
Can too much creativity be a hindrance? The discussion turns to balance and the importance of execution.
Top 5 Creativity Killers in Leadership:
What are leaders doing today that stifles creativity, and how can they turn it around?

Contact me to book your free 30-minute Leading Smarter discovery call on LinkedIn.

Connect with Rich on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richkirkpatrick/

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Next Episode

Your Leadership Says More Than You Think - And It's Not Always Positive

In this episode, I sit down with Sarah Langslow, an executive coach and leadership expert, to dig deep into the impact we have as leaders—both the intentional and the unintentional. Sarah went from competing in the Oxford-Cambridge Boat Race to a stellar corporate career, and now she’s the author of Do Sweat the Small Stuff, a book that takes a close look at how our smallest actions as leaders can have the biggest impact. Join us as we uncover some eye-opening truths about the power of presence, intent, and those “micro-interactions” that often go unnoticed.

Key Takeaways Include:

Intent vs. Impact: Sarah reveals why our intentions, no matter how good, often go astray. How can we make sure the message we think we’re sending is what others actually receive?
Unintended Consequences of Being "Nice": What happens when kindness becomes a cover for discomfort? Sarah’s story of a moment gone wrong might make you rethink how you approach feedback.
Navigating Power Dynamics: Sarah shares how power subtly affects every interaction—and how even the smallest misstep can amplify in unexpected ways. Are you tuned in to how power affects your team?
Breaking Habitual Responses: What if your quick-fix solutions are doing more harm than good? Sarah offers a different way to engage that could change the way your team sees you.

Resources:

Explore Sarah’s website: sarahlangslow.com for her book Do Sweat the Small Stuff and access to additional resources.

Contact Me:

Book your free 30-minute Leading Smarter Discovery Call https://calendly.com/visiblydifferentcorine/1-2-hr-discoverycall
Download my Leader's Guide to Increasing Your Impact, Influence & Free Time https://www.visibly-different.co.uk/increasing-your-impact/

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