Introversion, Social Justice and Equality with Carol Stewart
Release Date: 04/22/2025
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Introversion, Social Justice and Equality with Carol Stewart
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🎙️ Introvert Ally Episode: Coaching, Confidence, and Conferences for Introverted Leaders Guest: Carol Stewart, Founder of Abounding Solutions and Creator of the Quietly Visible Conference Host: Jennifer Kahnweiler Duration: ~28 minutes 🔍 Episode Overview In this episode, Jennifer talks with Carol Stewart, a leadership coach, author, and advocate for introverted leaders. Carol shares her journey from the UK Ministry of Justice to becoming a globally recognized voice for introverts. Her passion for coaching, combined with academic rigor and lived experience, helped her create impactful...
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Guest: Carol Stewart, Founder of Abounding Solutions and Creator of the Quietly Visible Conference
Host: Jennifer Kahnweiler
Duration: ~28 minutes
🔍 Episode Overview
In this episode, Jennifer talks with Carol Stewart, a leadership coach, author, and advocate for introverted leaders. Carol shares her journey from the UK Ministry of Justice to becoming a globally recognized voice for introverts. Her passion for coaching, combined with academic rigor and lived experience, helped her create impactful spaces—like the Quietly Visible conference—that champion introversion as a leadership strength.
Carol also opens up about the “introvert pay gap,” how introverts can thrive on LinkedIn, and what it takes to be an introvert ally in today's workplace.
🌟 Key Takeaways
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From Redundancy to Reinvention:
Carol transitioned from a senior government role into coaching after her position was eliminated. She leaned into her strengths and passion for helping others grow, particularly during career transitions. -
Embracing Introversion as a Strength:
Like many introverts, Carol once resisted the label due to common misconceptions. Through deeper research and reflection, she came to see introversion as a source of power and authenticity. -
The Introvert Pay Gap is Real:
Carol discusses emerging research showing that extroverts tend to earn more over the course of their careers, in part due to workplace biases. -
Strategies for Allyship in Organizations:
Allies can:-
Acknowledge the extrovert ideal bias.
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Design meetings that allow space for introverts to reflect.
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Share agendas in advance.
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Encourage diverse thinking styles.
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LinkedIn for Introverts:
Carol recommends it as a platform where introverts can:-
Share thought leadership at their own pace.
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Build visibility without being in the spotlight.
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Connect deeply and authentically.
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Social Justice and Personality Inclusion:
Carol views personality style inclusion—especially for introverts—as a social justice issue. She urges organizations to expand inclusion efforts beyond visible characteristics.
đź‘Ź Conference Spotlight: Quietly Visible
Carol hosts a unique in-person and virtual conference for introverted leaders each September in London. With panels, masterclasses, and even a LinkedIn branding session, it’s a powerful experience for introverted professionals across the globe.
đź“Ś Action Items
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Follow Carol Stewart on LinkedIn (search: Carol Stewart Abounding Solutions or Carol Stewart Quietly Visible)
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Visit her website: aboundingsolutions.com to sign up for her newsletter and learn about the 2025 Quietly Visible Conference
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Explore Carol’s work on leadership coaching, psychological safety, and inclusion
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Become an introvert ally by:
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Noticing and addressing bias
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Encouraging balanced participation in meetings
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Valuing authenticity over performance
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