Key Lessons from Introverted Leaders Around the World – Part 2
May 10, 2021
Last year I decided that I wanted to go deeper with some of the terrific introverted leaders I have encountered in my work. I started an interview series called…
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From left to right, Sandy Heffernan, myself, Sue Recko, John Courtney, and Lloyd Spann.
The Eulogy I Would Have Given
March 25, 2021
Recently I learned that my favorite boss, Sue Recko, passed away. Her passing caused me to reflect on my transformative experience with her over 20 years ago. In a…
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Introverts Offer Input on Remote Work’s Next Phase
March 19, 2021
Remote work has moved from an experiment to the norm for millions of office workers around the world. Are the assumptions correct about introverts finding their true bliss at…
Just Ask: Why Seeking Support is Your Greatest Strength
December 6, 2020
I met my friend and colleague, Andy Lopata at a conference in Vancouver several years ago. He truly listened and had the natural ability to connect with just about…
How to Run a Successful Virtual Meeting: Lessons from Ava and her Mom
October 28, 2020
My curly-haired, spunky granddaughter, Ava turned 7 this week. I expected to have fun celebrating her with our family and her friends. What I didn’t anticipate is how much…
Should introverted MBAs take online or live classes?
July 30, 2012
Am emphasis on depth vs. breadth is also a strong suit and online classes allow them to think about the material before responding. When I teach introverted business people on this platform, they openly express their thoughts and questions and respond very favorably to the process.
How Do Introverts View “Twitter Friendly” Speeches?
April 7, 2012
“It’s taken a while for speakers to get used to that fact that audience members are going to be using their smartphones to tweet their on-stage messages to the outside world. There is still a dwindling minority of presenters who believe that their content is for the exclusive consumption of the people in the room”, says Alan Stevens of in the Media Coach ezine.
Are You a Guilt Ridden Time Manager? Don’t Be!
July 1, 2010
I would guess that millions of dollars have been spent this past year on time management books and training programs. We all seem to want to know the answer to managing the chaos around us.
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.