Why we misjudge introverts and what we can do about it
Escape from Cubicle Nation Podcast
Release Date: 06/27/2012
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info_outlinePopular American business culture says that the more someone "participates" by talking aloud during a meeting or networking event, the more "active," "friendly" and "supportive" they are.
This (erroneous) definition ignores the fact that many quiet, introverted people are also "active," "friendly" and "supportive," just in a different way.
In this interview with Barbara Saunders, a "formerly shy introvert," we discuss:
- What is the correct definition of an introvert?
- What are common misconceptions people make about introverts and why?
- How can you tell if you or someone you love is an introvert?
- How can we design our training, meetings and events to be introvert-friendly, and maximize their contribution in a way that respects their style
Find Barbara at http://www.barbararuthsaunders.com or on Twitter @bsaunders
Some books we discussed on the call:
Gifts Differing by Isabel Briggs Meyers http://www.amazon.com/Gifts-Differing-Understanding-Personality-Type/dp/089106074X
Party of One: The Loners' Manifesto by Anneli Rufus http://www.amazon.com/Party-One-The-Loners-Manifesto/dp/1569245134
Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking by Susan Cain http://www.amazon.com/Quiet-Power-Introverts-World-Talking/dp/0307352145
Susan Cain's TED Talk: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c0KYU2j0TM4
http://www.amazon.com/Gifts-Differing-Understanding-Personality-Type/dp/089106074X