We’ve talked about how extroverts communicate. But outward-focused extraverts are only half the population — what if you’re not one of them? Are You an Introvert? Susan Cain’s wonderful book Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World that Can’t Stop Talking has focused some welcome attention on introverts, and how society short-changes us. Cain Read More
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Public Speaking: Boy, Did I Screw Up!
Last week, I was invited to read at the 6th Annual Edgy Moms Event, part of the acclaimed Brooklyn Reading Works series. This pre-Mother’s Day jam drew more than 50 people to hear six short stories written by local author moms—and the last person up was me, reading my 1994 opus, “How I Learned to Read More
Introverts, Embrace Your Quiet Power!
Thanks to Susan Cain’s superb book, Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World that Can’t Stop Talking, people have suddenly made a stunning discovery: Introverts aren’t shy, reclusive losers; we actually add value! Why Is That a Surprise? This is surprising to many, in part, because introverts like Cain (and me), have done such a Read More
Your Public Speaking Personality: How Extraverts Communicate
Today’s post kicks off a month-long discussion of how your personality type influences your public speaking style. Are You an Extravert? The one and only question to ask here is: “Do I get energized by being out in the world?” Extraverts will say Yes! You can be a shy extravert. You can be a self-conscious Read More