More wise words from Warren Buffett
July 8, 2010
When I point to well known introverted leaders, Warren Buffett is at the top of my list. One of the richest men in the world seems the most grounded…
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How To Manage An Introvert
May 20, 2010
Chill out. In meetings, conversations, and even casual chats, slow down and give your introverts time to reflect and respond. Put space between your questions—counting “1…2…3” in your head if you have to—and avoid what most introverts perceive as a cross-examination.
Retreat and recharge
May 2, 2010
When do you come up with your most creative ideas? If you are like me, it is NOT when you are sitting in meetings or parked on conference calls. .” All this forced collaboration gives us little time to pause and reflect. More likely, you are driving in the car, running on the treadmill, spacing out in the shower or even awake in the middle of the night. Introverted leaders embrace solitude and are energized by spending time alone.
Introverts: “Don’t sell yourself- put your best foot forward”
April 28, 2010
I had the pleasure of meeting Wendy Gelberg, career coach and author of The Successful Introvert: How to Enhance Your Job Search and Advance Your Career, on my recent trip to Cambridge, MA. Wendy offered some tips for introverts that I know you will find useful.
From The Mouth Of An Introverted Exec
April 13, 2010
More validation for introverted leaders playing to their strengths. In the Sunday NY Times piece “Rah Rah Isn’t For Everyone” Adam Bryant interviews introverted leader Jilly Stephens, Executive Director…
Don’t Forget to Breathe
April 1, 2010
Fast forward a bit. I am sitting with Sam, a new executive coaching client. A bright, ivy league introverted guy who is managing people for the first time. He shares some feedback about being seen as too intense and intimidating.
I asked him to breathe. Sam squirmed in his chair but consciously took in air and let it out. I asked him to do it more slowly, more deliberately. We even breathed a few breaths at the same time. I encouraged Sam to check in with himself. “How do you feel?”, I asked. “Calmer,” he replied.
Introvert Clapton and his guitar
March 10, 2010
Clapton grew up an introvert. He spent many hours alone with his guitar dealing with a rough childhood, honing his gift. Later on he battled alcohol and drugs. None of that mattered last night.
Reactions to the introvert as great blue heron
March 3, 2010
At a recent book signing, Sheri, an introverted training manager, told me she holds onto an image from nature to comfort her when she feels overpowered by extroverted team members. As…
“Cool Coming Off As Cold” – Coaching Obama
February 7, 2010
I have been discussing the idea of the Perception Gap for a while now. Introverts often are misunderstood and considered aloof or disengaged when they don’t exude warmth. Newsweek’s writer, Jacob Weisberg, had an interesting take on President Obama’s temperament in the piece, Cool Coming Off As Cold and how this perception is becoming an issue for our President.