Welcome to the Introvert Ally Podcast
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Even though I am an extrovert, I am also a strong champion for introverts who are often misunderstood and overlooked at work. When we let their quiet strengths surface, we unleash more ideas, creativity, and new perspectives. I believe that to change cultures we need to have conversations.
In this podcast, you will hear me talk with a wide variety of intriguing guests who each have their unique take on introversion. These torchbearers shed light on their experiences and offer concrete tips on what we can do to unleash introvert talent.
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The Power of Introversion in Consulting Leaders
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In this thoughtful and energizing episode of Introvert Ally, Jennifer Kahnweiler sits down with longtime friend and leadership consultant Gayle Lantz, founder of WorkMatters, Inc. Gayle has spent decades working with leaders from organizations of all sizes—from startups to giants like NASA and Microsoft—helping them navigate change, lead with intention, and cultivate clarity. While Gayle has long avoided labels, she now embraces her introverted qualities and shares how they’ve become foundational to her consulting and coaching approach.
From Shyness to Leadership: Gwen’s Journey through Science, AI, and Empowering Introverts
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In this episode of Introvert Ally, Jennifer Kahnweiler speaks with Gwen, a scientist and leadership innovator who shares her transformation from a shy high schooler to earning a PhD in Biology at MIT. Gwen discusses introverts' unique strengths in technical fields and how leadership plays a critical role in successful science and technology teams. Gwen emphasizes that while introverts may feel more comfortable with technical discussions, leadership requires stretching into more emotional and interpersonal territory.
How Introversion Impacts the Patient Experience in Healthcare with Jennifer L. FitzPatrick
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This week on Introvert Ally, I’m joined by the thoughtful and dynamic Jennifer L. FitzPatrick, MSW, LCSW-C, CSP. Jennifer is a leading expert in caregiving, aging, and healthcare customer service. She shares compelling insights about how introversion affects both the employee and patient experience in healthcare and senior living settings. Jennifer and I explore why it's critical for healthcare leaders to understand and accommodate introverted employees and patients—especially in our post-COVID world.
Building Relationships For Introverts With Andy Lopata
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In this episode, Jennifer interviews Andy Lopata, a renowned expert in professional relationships and networking. They discuss Andy's journey into becoming a master of relationships, inspired by his father's business ventures. Andy emphasizes the importance of building relationships over traditional networking and shares strategies for effective follow-up, particularly for introverts. They also touch on the nuances of social media presence and Andy's recent work on mentoring, including his collaboration on a book with Dr. Ruth Gotian. The conversation is rich with insights on improving both professional and personal connections.
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