4. In general, introverts get their energy
from being alone.
They feel drained by a lot of social
interaction or a crowd.
http://www.wsj.com/articles/not-an-introvert-not-an-extrovert-you-may-be-an-ambivert-1438013534
http://thoughtcatalog.com/kovie-biakolo/2014/12/17-things-introverts-and-extroverts-need-to-understand-about-each-other/
5. Introverts typically dislike noise, interruptions,
and big group settings.
They tend to prefer quiet solitude, time to
think before speaking or acting, and building
relationships and trust one-on-one.
https://hbr.org/2015/03/introverts-extroverts-and-the-complexities-of-team-dynamics
6. A person who is able to “work a room” at an
event you may perceive as an extrovert.
This person could be an introvert who spends
adequate time alone, need to be recharged,
and is just a good social connector.
http://thoughtcatalog.com/kovie-biakolo/2014/12/17-things-introverts-and-extroverts-need-to-understand-about-each-other/
7. Studies show that between 33% and 50%
of us are more introvert than extrovert.
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/1044045074 page 255.
8. Research shows that introverts tend to have larger,
thicker gray matter in their prefrontal cortex — a
region of the brain that is linked to abstract thought
and decision-making.
This may be accountable for introverts’ tendencies
to sit in a corner and ponder things thoroughly
before making a decision.
http://www.medicaldaily.com/brain-introvert-compared-extrovert-are-they-really-different-299064
9. Both introverts and extroverts can be adept at
public speaking.
Whereas an extrovert might afterward want to
interact with others in a large group, introverts
might feel the need for self-reflection and
time alone, such as by taking a walk.
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424127887324144304578621951399427408.html
10. Some of the best public speakers are introverts.
What makes them so great is their ability to
focus, their attention to detail, and their
ability to speak on a subject that interests them
at length.
http://www.businessinsider.com/succeed-as-an-introverted-entrepreneur-2014-12
11. Introverts make great leaders because of
their need to understand, and then
respond to, employees.
http://www.businessinsider.com/succeed-as-an-introverted-entrepreneur-2014-12
12. An introverted leader might be comfortable
listening and carefully considering
suggestions from people.
https://hbr.org/2015/03/introverts-extroverts-and-the-complexities-of-team-dynamics
13. Who needs an introverted leader?
People who are proactive.
People who take initiatives to introduce changes.
People who champion new visions.
People who promote better strategies.
https://hbr.org/2015/03/introverts-extroverts-and-the-complexities-of-team-dynamics
14. You can indeed be a “people’s person” and
also find people incredibly exhausting.
http://thoughtcatalog.com/kovie-biakolo/2014/12/17-things-introverts-and-extroverts-need-to-understand-about-each-other/
15. Development tips for people with a with a highly
introverted personality
Create time-outs to recharge.
Find an object that reminds you to
relax your face.
http://sloanreview.mit.edu/the-magazine/2012-spring/53312/how-to-become-a-better-leader/
17. Extroverts generally get their energy
from being around other people.
http://thoughtcatalog.com/kovie-biakolo/2014/12/17-things-introverts-and-extroverts-need-to-understand-about-each-other/
18. Extraversion relates to qualities of
self confidence in social settings,
assertiveness, and social involvement.
http://books.google.com/books?id=Fy9gXBgREtQC&pg=PA324&lpg=PA324&dq=social+competence+%22five+factor+model%22
&source=bl&ots=lppSqReGKy&sig=JtFPbGY0N9QQRRi-YfvGPh31cBI&hl=en&ei=FgfXTMO2G4zvsgbG2-
GPCA&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=8&ved=0CEcQ6AEwBw#v=onepage&q=social%20competence%20%22five%20f
actor%20model%22&f=false
19. Extroverts find their energy is sapped when
they spend too much time alone.
Extroverts recharge by being social.
http://www.fastcompany.com/3016031/leadership-now/are-you-an-introvert-or-an-extrovert-and-what-it-means-for-your-career
21. Extroverted people don’t mind being
the center of attention.
http://ipip.ori.org/newBigFive5broadKey.htm
22. There is strong correlation between
extraversion and individualism.
Sources
Hofstede, Geert: Cultures and Organizations, p. 114.
http://www.psy.ed.ac.uk/people/awei/courses/folder.2008-11-03.1677181083/hofstede%20mccrae%20cross%20cult%20res%202004.pdf, p. 68-69, 73.
23. Extroverts bring the vision, assertiveness,
energy, and networks necessary to give
them direction.
https://hbr.org/2015/03/introverts-extroverts-and-the-complexities-of-team-dynamics
24. Pink, Daniel: To sell is human: The surprising truth about moving others, location 1108.
http://www.amazon.de/Sell-Human-Surprising-Influencing-ebook/dp/B00AO3K05S/
Sales revenue and degree of extraversion
25. There is zero correlation between being
the best talker and having the best ideas.
http://youtu.be/rUaj7rj6MI8
26. Who needs an extroverted leader?
People who are dutiful, passive followers.
People who look for guidance from above.
https://hbr.org/2015/03/introverts-extroverts-and-the-complexities-of-team-dynamics
27. Extroverts generally tend to more actively
participate in larger groups than introverts.
This does not mean that they “love people.”
http://thoughtcatalog.com/kovie-biakolo/2014/12/17-things-introverts-and-extroverts-need-to-understand-about-each-other/
28. Extroverted leaders are more likely to feel threatened.
When employees champion new visions, strategies,
and work processes, an extroverted leader may feel
that her / his dominance / authority / status is being
challenged. As a result, the extroverted leader may
shoot down suggestions.
https://hbr.org/2015/03/introverts-extroverts-and-the-complexities-of-team-dynamics
29. An extrovert may be incredibly difficult
to know because their “public face” is
different from their “intimate face.”
http://thoughtcatalog.com/kovie-biakolo/2014/12/17-things-introverts-and-extroverts-need-to-understand-about-each-other/
30. Development tips for people with a highly
extroverted personality
Listen and show you have listened.
When talking, limit yourself to 4 sentences.
http://sloanreview.mit.edu/the-magazine/2012-spring/53312/how-to-become-a-better-leader/