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WWW.ILTANET.ORG 43 STRENGTHS OF INTROVERTS Here are some of the strengths of an introvert: • Listens well and often • Thinks critically and likes to gather information from multiple sources before offering solutions or opinions • Anticipates change and prepares for impending changes (excellent preparers) • Focuses exceptionally well, offering their full attention even in the midst of total chaos • Expresses himself or herself well in writing • Recognizes others for their contributions at work • Is diplomatic with others' feelings and can deftly manage tense office politics • Lets employees run with their own ideas These skills make introverts highly effective leaders! About the Author Skip Lohmeyer, CIO, MBA, PMP, 2013/2014 ILTA Conference Co-Chair, Introvert Introverts Energized by spending time in their thoughts, thinking deeply, reading, writing and analyzing Drained by speaking publicly, being the center of attention, participating in group/team conversations Extroverts Energized by being around people, speaking up, socializing and exclaiming their thoughts to the world Drained when don't get to interact with others, don't get to be social during group activities or have to analyze data alone Every person, no matter his or her dominant style, can perform each of the activities in the table above. Having a better understanding of what motivates an introvert can be instrumental in making sure they perform exceptionally well! Introverts are critical members of society and make significant contributions to the advancement of humanity. Here are some well-known introverts: The real difference between an introvert and an extrovert is what charges or drains the individual's batteries. Do You Know These Introverts? Bill Gates Abraham Lincoln Eleanor Roosevelt Albert Einstein Rosa Parks Mahatma Gandhi Warren Buffett Dr. Seuss Steve Wozniak Randi Mayes John Alber