Some lessons from traveling abroad
June 3, 2011
I had another stimulating dialogue with innovator and author Laura Goodrich on Future Work Radio Our conversation addressed how we can make meaningful connections in the global workplace.
Tag: introverted leaders
How Can Introverts Excel in the Workplace?
April 21, 2011
I was pleased to participate in a q & a session with Associate Editor Sam Taute of the SmartBlog on Leadership. What are the challenges and advantages of being…
Goodbye to the telephone?
March 30, 2011
It’s at the point where when the phone does ring — and it’s not my mom, dad, husband or baby sitter — my first thought is: “What’s happened? What’s wrong?” My second thought is: “Isn’t it weird to just call like that? Out of the blue? With no e-mailed warning?”
Do Introverted Women Ask for Mentors?
March 9, 2011
There is overwhelming evidence that mentoring works. Recognizing that we are worth developing is an internal hurdle that both introverted and extroverted women need to overcome. And we better get to work quickly on this one.
Introverted Nurses Rule
January 20, 2011
I love what one introverted unit manager said in “Introversion Can Be a Benefit for Nurses In Leadership Positions”, an excellent article by Lin Grensing-Pophal in ADVANCE for Nurses, “It’s lonely at the top and introverted leaders don’t have a problem with the solitary nature of the job.”
Introverted leaders are the best for proactive employees
November 14, 2010
My Google Alerts and equally alert friends were quick to inform me of some intriguing developments on the research scene. A new study on introverted leaders appeared in Harvard Business Review’s Dec. issue and takes a look at how introverted leaders fare with more “proactive” or extroverted followers. One key learning? They listen and process the ideas of an eager team.
Another Low-Profile CEO
October 31, 2010
The thoughtful, quiet approach of successful introverted leaders can lead to outstanding business results. Despite the bumpy economy, Nestlé said Friday that its nine-month sales rose 4.1% to about $85 billion. Pretty impressive.
Practice – the strategy of choice
September 13, 2009
Mr. Leno continues to be a brute for work. Last year, even working 46 weeks on “Tonight,” he managed to perform his stand-up act on 160 dates. It is not uncommon for him to finish taping a show and then fly off somewhere like Fresno, Calif., where he appeared this summer at a chicken festival in 104-degree heat. He said he had just as many stand-up appearances booked for this year, even with the new show.