If you identify as an introvert, you might feel a little out of your depth in the business world especially online.
You look around, and everyone’s putting themselves out there on video, sharing their lives through Instagram stories, during webinars and branding themselves online. Many are even speaking on stage at events.
You might think making the big bucks in business seems to be something that comes naturally to extroverts.
There’s a common misconception that leaders are supposed to be outspoken, commanding and have extroverted personalities. On the contrary, many of the most successful and revered people are introvert.
Mark Zuckerberg, Warren Buffett, and Steven Spielberg to name a few.
What Is an Introvert?
People who are introverted tend to be inward turning, or focused more on internal thoughts, feelings and moods rather than seeking out external stimulation.
Personally, I’ve put myself out there on video, done Instagram stories, created webinars and branding myself online. Even spoke on stage at events. And still to this day identity as an introvert.
At times, it can seem like a severe disadvantage to be an introvert. There are many advantages in which introverts have a leg up on extroverts. – read whole article to find out!
Signs You Might Be an Introvert…
Do you assume that you know who is an introvert and who isn’t?
While you might think of an introvert as a shy wallflower who prefers to stay home alone instead of socializing, introverts can actually come in many types with a wide variety of characteristics.
There are certainly plenty of introverts who are socially reserved and who would prefer to stay home and read a book rather than go to a big party. However there are also plenty of introverts who enjoy socializing.
You might even be surprised to learn that many people who you think of as “social butterflies” might actually be quite introverted.
The following are just a few of the signs that you (or someone you know) might be an introvert.
1. Being Around Lots of People Drains Your Energy
2. You Enjoy Solitude
3. You Have a Small Group of Close Friends
4. People Often Describe You as Quiet and May Find It Difficult to Get to Know You
5. Too Much Stimulation Leaves You Feeling Distracted and Unfocused
6. You Are Very Self-Aware
7. You Like to Learn by Watching
“I think introverts can do quite well. If you’re clever,
you can learn to get the benefits of being an introvert,
which might be, say, being willing to go off for a few days
and think about a tough problem, read everything you can,
push yourself very hard to think out on the edge of that area.”
~ Bill Gates
Advantages Introverts Have Over Extrovert
1. Introverts are Low Maintenance
While introverts may be judged for their lack of participation, they’ll hardly ever be accused of being obnoxious, needy, and disruptive. Because introverts value their space, they tend to naturally respect that of others.
They’re largely independent and not clingy, and they’re generally more inclined to be polite and considerate of the impact of their behaviour on others.
They tend to think before they speak, whereas extroverts often blurt what comes to mind.
2. Introverts Tend to be Creative
While extroverts may adopt the values of the group and what is mainstream and popular, introverts tend to have their own preferences that are less influenced by trends.
They may gravitate towards things that are obscure, unusual, or downright strange. Because they spend more of their time on their own, away from the places extroverts commonly occupy, they’re apt to develop perspectives, ideas, and insights that are unorthodox and novel.
Albert Einstein once said,
“The monotony and solitude of a quiet life stimulates the creative mind.”
He would have known as be to was an introverted theoretical-physicist.
3. Introverts are Shrewd
Because of the way they’re wired, introverts are predisposed to exercising caution and deliberating thoughtfully before making a decision.
This propensity for deliberation puts them at a greater advantage when it comes to things like critical thinking, problem solving, and assessing the character of another person.
Because they spend more time reflecting and observing, they’re liable to accrue a deeper understanding of various aspects of life, including human behaviour. This may contribute to greater judgment in business.
Introverts like to take their time to reflect on and process a decision properly so that they can choose the best course of action that they won’t later regret.
They are the kings and queens of yay/ nay lists to make a decision – just like Rory from the Gilmore Girls.
4. Introverts are Generally Better Listeners
The “quiet ones” tend to really listen and consider the ideas and feelings of others. In conversation, they may take mental notes and focus intently on what people are trying to express — as opposed to simply waiting for their chance to speak.
Because they process things deeply, introverts are naturally more receptive and interested in taking in information than divulging it. This is why people often confide in introverts — and they are good at keeping secrets.
Many introverts understand how difficult it is to open up and trust people, so they may work hard to be more trustworthy themselves.
5. Introverts are Able to Really Focus
Since introverts give less attention to socializing than extroverts, they devote more attention to other things. They often close themselves away from the rest of the world and bunker down to accomplish a task or objective.
Introverts typically seek silence. Partly due to that, they often can focus their critical thinking skills for long periods. Extroverts typically seek diversions. They can multitask well but can struggle when trying to maintain focus on one thing
Their ability to concentrate often allows them to become experts and highly proficient in many fields of interest.
6. Introverts Cultivate Deep Connections with Small Group of People
Introverts prefer quality of relationships over quantity. Introverts are more discriminating in who they allow into their world, so the relationships they do form will be cherished and nurtured.
The introverted personality has little interest in shallow interactions and instead prefers to establish relationships that they find meaningful and deep.
They’ll invest more effort into cultivating a small number of stronger connections than a large number of surface-level associations. As a result, they’re better able at surrounding themselves with people who are trustworthy and loyal to them.
7. Introverts are more Independent
Introverts are often private and inclined to cultivate a lifestyle that maximizes self-sufficiency.
Whenever possible, they prefer to work independently, and they require less supervision than most extroverts. As many extroverts insist on teamwork and being a team player.
Managers can trust introverts to carry out a task without being derailed or distracted by socializing. Many introverts loathe being dependent on others, and they feel empowered in being able to deal with challenges relying solely on their own merit.
There those were the seven areas in which introverts shine more than their extroverted counterparts. These may not apply to every introvert and extrovert (we’re individuals, after all), but I believe they are generally true.
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