We’re excited to have returning guest, Jennifer Kahnweiler, back on the show today to share about the updated Third Edition of her book, The Introverted Leader. She and Brandon discuss how introverts can stand out and harness their unique strengths as leaders—along with tips for non-introverts to recognize and support those same qualities, maximizing impact across the organization.
1:00 Jennifer celebrates the Third Edition of The Introverted Leader.
2:30 Meet Jennifer and hear how she found a passion for helping introverts at work.
5:00 Introverts aren’t necessarily shy; they’re wired differently.
8:30 Jennifer and Brandon highlight the unique superpowers introverts bring to leadership.
11:15 How to get recognized at work when you’re an introvert.
14:30 What changes have happened across the industry since Jennifer’s last book? Vulnerability and self-awareness are amplified.
17:00 Introverts and meetings. Jennifer recommends having good meeting hygiene (like an agenda)!
24:00 “If it’s to be, it’s up to me.” Be open about communicating what you need.
27:00 What’s new in the new edition? Check out The Quiet Wrap Up Journal and new chapters on the hybrid workplace.
30:00 Leadership Hack: “Know thy self.” Jennifer calls for more empowered introverts.
Show Resources:
- Order your copy of Jennifer’s book, The Introverted Leader, Third Edition.
- Revisit Jennifer’s prior episodes.
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