As a leader, if you are an introvert
Motivation / / December 19, 2019
If you are an introvert, this does not mean that you are destined to play the role of "the strange guy who sits in the corner and says nothing." You can be a leader - in fact, just have them become.
The ability to form a team, to manage it and to set goals, make decisions, take the initiative and delegate duties - these skills sooner or later need any introvert who grow in their professional area. To get them, you do not have to do anything supernatural - all the necessary abilities you already have. It is only necessary to use them properly. Features of your character can be your advantage.
Lao TzuLeader ideal when people are unaware of its existence... A good leader is not scattered words, and when the work is done and the goal is reached, people say, 'We did it ourselves. "
It's believed that introversion and extroversion They are at opposite poles, but in fact each of us has some features of both types. The main difference between them lies in the fact that introverts are oriented inward and pay close attention to their own experiences and feelings, and extroverts seek inspiration in the surrounding world.
Of introverts get great leaders, and sociability had nothing to do with it. Importance of sharp mind, ability for careful consideration and analysis, attention to detail and the ability to build a strong and meaningful relationships with others (small talk - a real curse any introvert).
Such qualities fully comply The above citation wise Laozi. This proven and world-famous leaders of introverts who have been successful due to the peculiarities of his character: Barack Obama, Mark Zuckerberg, Richard Branson and JK Rowling. It describes them Susan Kane, in his book "Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a continuously Dumpty world".
Here are five tips to help you reach your goal.
1. Talk about your achievements
Regardless of the quality of work performed, introverts are often left in the shadows, because they do not want to talk openly about their success. In the end, the result is important, not the number of the involved attention, they say.
Introverts are known for incredibly thorough approach to the implementation of the work and complete disregard for self-praise.
The paradox, but it is only difficult to move on ladder. Introvert needs to understand what he is really good, and learn to speak about their achievements, to occupy the position it deserves.
2. Build deeper and more meaningful relationships with those who make important decisions
A popular misconception is timid and introverted as a asocial people who by all means avoid interaction with others. In fact, they are charged with energy from staying alone. And all introverts are not afraid to talk to people, just communicating quickly puts their internal batteries.
What does it mean? It's simple: make new acquaintances, introvert tends to make them more profound than either noncommittal chatter. Such is the Superpower - it establishes a relationship that his interlocutors are remembered for a long time. Communicating with influential people in the company and share their unique ideas, introverts can stand out and succeed.
3. Find interesting solutions to problems due to the attention to detail and the ability to listen
This is typical for most introverted traits. They are used to analyze everything and dig into yourself, so easily missed in a notice jointly discuss details of the projects and find a way out of situations where it would seem, all is not found.
These qualities make introverts valuable members of any team. They first listen and think, and only then speak. Use these skills in discussions involving several points of view, and the attention of others to your words not take long.
4. Do not give loneliness, but Overcome isolation
Most introverts really comfortable only with myself, so to feel good in them need to spend some time during the day loneliness. But it is equally important to regularly challenge their isolation, even with such situations, like going to dinner with colleagues or a more active part in the working meetings.
The former director general of Yahoo Marissa Mayer - yes, she is also an introvert - has its own way to deal with the discomfort of being in public situations. It establishes a certain period of time, before the expiry of which has the right to leave the event. If by that time will not be better, you can go, but not before. Forcing himself to sit the allotted time, Mayer overcame shyness and stiffness. When you know that you need to hold out for only 30-40 minutes, start to feel more freely and actively involved in the work.
5. Use the Internet to talk about their merits
Introverts may look quite constrained, but all of what they refuse to live in communion, to make up for these guys on the Internet. With the written word relationships they have much easier, so no wonder that introverts feel in social networks just like a fish in water.
Well and fine, now for this is the time! A large list of contacts and the ability to write eloquent letters have never been so effective in convincing people in your abilities and talents.
These tips will help you understand what you are better of others, to find advantages in the features of his character and play by their own rules.