The Dynamic between Introverts and Extroverts

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Great leaders create space for both introverts and extroverts to thrive

Introverts require space to think and then talk, whereas extroverts are the opposite, where they speak and think simultaneously. So as a leader, you should think about how you can create space for both.

During a meeting, when there are a lot of strong, loud voices. It can be challenging for introverts to jump in, but on the other hand, extroverts can easily dominate the conversation.

How can you provide more space to introverts?

• You can ensure that there is a meeting agenda and that folks are required to speak up where necessary.
• Don't expect introverts to speak up all the time.
• If you think they might have something to say, please ask them after to gauge the situation.
• Brainstorm with them before the meeting and prep them where they are comfortable
• Do mock sessions for a scenario that may arise during the meeting and where they feel the most nervous.

A question to ask them more privately.

If they say, I didn't know where to step in. I was wondering if I should be speaking up.

These are good indicators for creating more space for introverts in the room. When a conversation is dominated by one type of person, it's a problem.

This will create that safe space for them to speak up, an invite where you have created a safe space for them and allow them to share their opinion.

What do you think of this?

Extroverts will Do, Think, Do, and Introverts will Think, Do, Think.

If an introvert is quiet during a meeting, that's okay. They will only have something to share sometimes, but if an extrovert is always quiet, that's a problem, and you should talk to them

Let me know what you think of this by hitting 'reply.' Have you experienced something like this in the past? How have you dealt with this?