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…
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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.
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…