Introverted Leaders

A DIFFERENT POINT OF VIEW ON LEADERSHIP

Introverts as Leaders

AN USUAL QUESTION

WHAT IS WRONG WITH

ME?

Introvert and Extravert

What is an introverted person?A person who is energized by being alone and whose

energy is drained by being around peopleWhat is an extroverted person?A person who is energized by being around peopleIs an introverted person the same that a shy person?No, Shyness has a piece of nervousness and anxiety,

Introversion itself is not shyness25-40% of general population are introverts60% of gifted population are introverts

INTROVERT OR EXTRAVERT?

YOU ARE BOTH

Time alone is not by itself a sign of depression

Time alone is not by itself a sign of depression

Introverts Avoid Social Situations

Even if they have good social skills

It Doesn’t Mean that Introverts Don’t have conversations

They do, but these conversations are about ideas and concepts and not what they consider

the trivial matters of small talk

What do they usually care about?

Inner World of the Mind

Thinking Exploring

Thoughts

Feelings

Characteristics

Self-aware Thoughtful Enjoys understanding details Interested in self-knowledge and

self-understanding Tends to keep emotions private Quiet and reserved in large groups

or around unfamiliar people More sociable and gregarious

(fond of company) around people they know

Learns better through observation

Some differences between

Introvert Extravert

Smaller Group of friends (choose friends more carefully)

Wide circle of friends and acquaintances

One-on-one interaction with people Enjoy large group setting

Learn through observation Learn by trial and error

They look for understanding before giving an opinion or

explanationImpulsive

1 to 3 extraverts 3 to 1 Introverts

Labels, Introversion is not shyness

Sociability: motive, strong or weak of wanting to be with others

Shyness: Behavior when with others causes feelings of tension and discomfort

SHYARROGANT

NOT FRIENDLYCOLD AND DISTANT

YES, INTROVERTS CAN BECOME LEADERS TOO

5 Reasons Introverts Make Better Leaders

1. It’s smart not to do all the talking

Listening SkillsIntroverted leaders carefully listen to what

their followers have to say

Leader

Follower

Follower

Follower

2. Some quiet time alone is good for you

In a meeting while everyone is busy talking, introverts are busy processing their thoughts. An introvert who sits back in a meeting, taking in the arguments, dreamily reflecting on the big picture, may be seen as not contributing.

That is, until he works out the solution that all the contributors missed

3. A little humility makes you a better leader

Humility. Servant leadership is characterized by a primary desire to be of service to others and to empower followers to grow.

Servant leaders believe their company goals are best achieved by developing the potential of their workers. They want to shine the light on others in the pursuit of a greater purpose: the success of their organizations, projects or ventures.

4. A calming demeanor is good for business

Staying stable and calm in all situationsIn noisy and chaotic organizations, which are often

cauldrons of emotion, an introvert’s presence is like a salve to the psyche.

This generates trust and helps us do business more effectively.

5. Gathering a fistful of business cards doesn’t create meaningful connections

Connect one-on-one and around an issue they find important.

So while an extrovert might attend an event and end up chatting with everyone, an introvert might attend an event and have a few one-on-one conversations

Famous Introverts

Abraham Lincoln

16th president of United StatesAbolished slavery

Albert Einstein

Theoretical physicist and philosopher of science.

He developed the general theory of relativity.

Mahatma Gandhi

Employing nonviolent civil disobedience, Gandhi led India to independence and inspired movements for

civil rights and freedom across the world.

Rosa Parks

The first lady of civil rightsShe refused to obey bus driver James Blake's order that she five up her seat in the colored section to a white passenger, after the white

section was filled.

Warren Buffett

Is an American business magnate, investor and philanthropist.

Mark Zuckerberg

Founder of the social networking website Facebook.

Barack Obama

President of the United States.

Emma Watson

Is an English actress and model.