Do you label people? How does that work for you? How do you think labeling ourselves as introvert or extrovert affects us? I've grown up with "label with caution." Even when I facilitate a workshop, I ask people to place a tent card with their name on it, so I don't acknowledge them with a, "Hey you" label. Oh dear, but aren't names labels? If they are, is there anything … [Read more...] about Labels serve a purpose but are they any good? #introverts
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Introverts Holiday: More Responsibility to Value Recharge and Recover
This morning on a news interview about, how to ace an interview, the interviewee’s comments are a reminder that there is still so much confusion about introvert versus shy. When I heard her start to give her top tips she credited a previous Forbes list, and I heard, “It was really meant to help introverts. People that are shy ...” “What!!” I screamed at the woman on the … [Read more...] about Introverts Holiday: More Responsibility to Value Recharge and Recover
Introvert Inspirer Blog Roundup: blogging mistakes, websites to make you smarter, Pope Francis
Getting close to my 500th post is exciting. This is number 497! This week's roundup has something for everyone from serious to humor. I hope you will find time to read and comment here on just one! Introvert Inspirer Blog Roundup: blogging mistakes, websites to make you smarter, Pope Francis … [Read more...] about Introvert Inspirer Blog Roundup: blogging mistakes, websites to make you smarter, Pope Francis
5 lessons from Donald Trump boycotts for introverts to know
Trump’s outspoken stance about illegal Mexicans flamed protests to boycott several of Trump’s properties. And remember, Macy’s and NBC cut their ties with him. Then remarks Trump made about Megyn Kelly during the first debate, caused many viewers to boycott Fox News. His statements and actions call for boycotts, and he also seems to care little about the calls for … [Read more...] about 5 lessons from Donald Trump boycotts for introverts to know
Studies that show extroverts are generally happier
If you are just visiting, you can catch up with Chapter 1 of the book for introverts who want a communication advantage, Communication Toolkit for Introverts, at these links: Introduction to Communication Toolkit for Introverts What are the differences between introvert and extrovert communication? Communication myths about introverts Reasons why an introvert may … [Read more...] about Studies that show extroverts are generally happier
Reasons why an introvert may not want to act like an extrovert
The chapter one preview of Communication Toolkit for Introverts, #CTIntroverts, continues here in blog post form. You can catch up with What are the differences between introvert and extrovert communication, for clarity on this next introvert book chapter share. Skip to the end of the post if you want to get the complete chapter now. Let's continue with: Reasons why an … [Read more...] about Reasons why an introvert may not want to act like an extrovert