Ep 83 - Thriving as an Introverted Leader with Karolien Koolhof

Are you an introverted leader? You may be wondering how you can thrive in a leadership role?

Many people mistakenly believe that in order to be a successful leader, you have to be extroverted. But that's not true! There are many introverted leaders who thrive in their roles.

In this episode, David and his guest Karolien Koolhof explore how introverted leaders can thrive by leveraging their strengths. We'll also dispel some common myths about introverts and leadership, and discuss cultural differences between introversion and extroversion in different parts of the world.

If you're an introverted leader looking for ways to succeed, this episode is for you. Listen now and learn how to thrive as an introverted leader.

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Karolien Koolhof (MA/MBA) is a coach, trainer, and author of the book Introverted Leadership. The book is about what introversion is, what cultural views exist around good leadership, and what prejudices introverted leaders have to deal with. Based on interviews with introverted leaders from all over the world, she describes the power of introverted leadership. Karolien has her own practice as a coach in which she helps introverts to better deal with their daily challenges, including leadership and managing people and teams. She also provides training and team coaching in the field of personality.

Get Karolien's Book:

Introverted Leadership: Thriving as a Quiet Leader

Website: quietquality.org
Note: click the "Translate to English" button on the upper right to translate from Dutch

Other Books Mentioned

Susan Cain Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking

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