Our world is both hyperconnected and disconnected at the same time. How do we make sure we are emphasizing quality connections, instead of just having surface interactions? Erica Dhawan has dedicated herself to researching innovation and how it depends on the connection between people, ideas and things. She is the co-author, along with Saj-Nicole Joni of the newly released book, Get Big Things … [Read more...]
Ep75: Introverts in Love with Sophia Dembling
Love it or hate it, it’s that time of year again: Valentine’s Day. This 2015 Valentine’s Day is special, though, because introverts have a new resource to help them navigate the relationship waters. Sophia Dembling has a new book out called “Introverts in Love: The Quiet Way to Happily Ever After,” and it’s the ideal companion for whatever stage you’re in, from playing the field to walking down … [Read more...]
“I’m an Introvert” Isn’t a Get-Out-of-Jail-Free Card
Sometimes, we just have to suck it up. If you've been part of The Introvert Entrepreneur community for a while, this statement may surprise you. You know that my fundamental message is that there's nothing wrong with being an introvert. We don't need to be fixed, and we don't need to become something we're not in order to fit into society's extrovert expectation. (See "Related Posts" below for … [Read more...]
Six Things the Introverts in Your Life Want You to Know
“Living with integrity means: Not settling for less than what you know you deserve in your relationships. Asking for what you want and need from others. Speaking your truth, even though it might create conflict or tension. Behaving in ways that are in harmony with your personal values. Making choices based on what you believe, and not what others believe.” - Barbara De Angelis One of the common … [Read more...]
Ep67: Tips for Speaking Up and Out with Introvert Expert Nancy Ancowitz
If there's one thing most introverts have in common, it's this: they don’t talk unless they have something to say. They’d rather listen, observe, process and wait until they have something meaningful to share. While I personally think that’s a strength, because we’re not wearing ourselves and others out with lots of talking, it’s not a style that the typical work environment values. The other … [Read more...]
Ep62: Caring for Your Introvert with Jonathan Rauch
One of the very first articles I came across when I officially began gathering resources for my business was Jonathan Rauch’s “Caring for Your Introvert.” Published in 2003 in The Atlantic, the article really hit home in its directness about what it meant to be an introvert. I also loved that Jonathan used humor and an ever-so-slightly snarky edge to get his message across. It was refreshing and … [Read more...]
Freaks, Geeks and Introverts
If you're an introvert, you must be a geek, right? Just like if you're an introvert you must be shy, or misanthropic, or quiet. Right? Yeah, right... not so fast. Even though we've started to clear the air about what it really means to be an introvert, there are still lingering stereotypes that deserve to be squashed. And as I'm about to share, I'm not immune to perpetuating an image of … [Read more...]
Crossing the Digital Divide: Tips & Tricks for Webcam Confidence from Nancy Ancowitz
Over the past seven days, I've given three live presentations. It's both fun and exhausting. I find myself energized by interactions with the audience, but also feel like the amount of energy I have to project far exceeds my normal capacity. So this begs the question: since I want to get in front of increasingly more people with the "Team Introvert!" message, how do I manage that … [Read more...]
Effective Leadership, Introvert Style: A Conversation with Jim Hessler
Much has been written over the past few years about introverts and leadership. While the conversation has been rich and informative, there is still progress to be made when it comes to introverts being seen as leaders... even among introverts themselves. In this edition of The Introvert Entrepreneur Podcast, I speak with leadership development consultant Jim Hessler. We talk about three … [Read more...]
You Have to Find a Way to Shut That Whole Thing Down
Several weeks ago, my husband asked me if I'd ever been squashed by anyone. Put down, minimized or otherwise trivialized. I responded, "I'm guessing I have, but I can't think of any specific instance." Well, I'll be darned if last week the universe didn't hand me an opportunity to have 5'1" cut off my height and leave me feeling about 1" tall. The sad part is, the other person didn't intend to … [Read more...]