Underrated and Undervalued Introverts. Alana Dew, Heather Kerr, Loretta Pickett, Rebecca (Kat) Ross. As we all reside somewhere on the introvert/extrovert spectrum, it is important to recognize the potential to undervalue and alienate the quieter individuals among us by forcing them to compete as extroverts do. We seek to explore this subject so that we may better understand how best to engage with introverted individuals, inviting their participation without forcing them to comply with methods that are more dominantly suited to extroverts. By embracing and supporting introverts, we can create a more inclusive and diverse society that values and celebrates all personalities and perspectives. This can lead to greater collaboration, understanding, and overall success in various fields and industries.

1. INTERGRATING
INTROVERTS
“HOW TO INCLUDE OUR
UNDERRATED AND
UNDERVALUED PEERS”

2. “The secret to life is to put yourself in the right
lighting. For some, it’s a Broadway spotlight; for
others, a lamplit desk. Use your natural powers — of
persistence, concentration, and insight — to do work
you love and work that matters. Solve problems. make
art, think deeply.” - Susan Cain

3. Main Points
✔ Types of Introvert
✔ Views from the
Introvert’s Mind
✔ Misconceptions
✔ Value of Introverts
✔ How Can We Work
Together
✔ Let’s Take Action
✔ Summary

4. “A person whose personality
is characterized by
introversion : a typically
reserved or quiet person who
tends to be introspective and
enjoys spending time alone”
What is an Introvert?
Source: Merriam Webster

6. “You see things. You keep quiet about them and you understand.”
The Perks of Being a Wallflower
Views from Introverts
“Most inventors and engineers I’ve met are like me. They’re
shy and they live in their heads. The very best of them are
artists. And artists work best alone…”
Steve Wozniak
“Quiet people have the loudest minds.”
Stephen Hawking

7. • They Don’t Like Outdoors
• They Don’t Like Social Interaction
• They Don’t Like People
• That they are Timid
• They are Socially Awkward
• They are Shy
• They are Incapable
• It’s a Disorder or “Problem”
• They Don’t Have Emotions
• They Are Lonely
• They are Suicidal or Mentally
Unwell
Misconceptions

8. • They Are Sure of Themselves
• They’re Detail Oriented
• They Think Before they
Speak
• They are Compassionate
• They Know Their Boundaries
• They are Creative
• They are Problem Solvers
• They are Great Listeners
• They are Honest
• They can work
Independently
Values of Introverts

9. How Can We Work Together
IN THE COMMUNITY AT EVERGREEN
• Be more mindful of
those who don’t
speak up in the group
• Practice listening
skills
• Create opportunities
for friendship and
partnership
• Be patient and
understanding
ON OUR OWN
● Offer both In-
person & Zoom
classes during
the day
● Offer more
zoom Activities
● Provide ways to
participate
without
speaking up
● Bring back
Watch Parties
● Allow for quiet
areas at busy
events
● Do not force
“icebreakers”
● Allow for Safe
zones

11. Conclusion
The purpose of our research is to explore the beneficial role introverts play in enriching our society, and how by excluding the less
boisterous among us, we miss out on the unique elements these personality types bring to the table. As we all reside somewhere
upon the introvert/extrovert spectrum, it is important to recognize the potential to undervalue and alienate the quieter individuals
among us by forcing them to compete as extroverts do. It is not uncommon for society to relegate introverts as being too meek to be
capable in the competitive world, however wrong this assumption may be. Research shows that introverts make excellent, if not
often better, leaders due to their ability to step back and allow others to emerge creatively, according to author and speaker Susan
Cain, a leading expert on the topic. We aim to create tangible solutions to an underutilized portion of our community. As we move
forward to putting COVID trauma behind us, we should try as a community to continue to offer platforms that introverts are most
comfortable in. Based on the research we’ve done, we propose a few things to provide a more inclusive community for introverts;
this would include both in person and online options like; small meetup groups, virtual book clubs that may transition into face-to-
face meets, and reflection sessions with individual projects.
Small coffee meetup groups would be centered around different subjects starting with a speaker to allow introverts a chance to
acclimate to the location before having to socialize. Locations would allow for everyone to sit together but not force direct interaction
unless they wish to. Remember, an introvert will let you in once comfortable with you, which is the highest compliment.

12. This Presentation is Prepared by
Alana Dew
Kat Ross
Loretta Pickett
Heather Kerr