Book description
Thrive as an introvert in an extrovert world
Bill Gates, Mark Zuckerberg, and author J.K. Rowling have more in common than being highly successful. They're also introverts. Success as an Introvert For Dummies identifies common misunderstandings about introverts and highlights the strengths often found in people associated with this worldview.
Success as an Introvert For Dummies examines the traits common to introverts and the benefits they bring to both work and life. You'll learn: how to boost your confidence while learning strategies for successfully living in an extrovert world; how to understand introversion and where you fall on the introvert/extrovert continuum; tools to improve relationships with colleagues, partners, friends, and children; ways to talk less, communicate more, and showcase your abilities at work; how to deal effectively with parties, interruptions, and crowds; and much more.
Offers examples of how introverts can thrive in a world dominated by extroverts
Outlines the positive aspects of introverted personality types
Provides actionable ways to promote introverted qualities in work and life
Success as an Introvert For Dummies is for anyone looking to understand the introvert's worldview and how they fit into a society dominated by extroverts.
Table of contents
- Cover
- Title Page
- Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Part I: Getting Started Understanding Introversion
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Part II: Triumphing in an Extrovert's Work World
- Chapter 4: Playing to Your Strengths: How to Shine in the Workplace
- Chapter 5: Making Your Mark as a Quiet Leader
- Chapter 6: Keeping a Team Happy and Productive
- Chapter 7: Becoming a Confident Public Speaker
- Chapter 8: Managing Up
- Chapter 9: Moving On: Acing a Job Interview the Introvert Way
- Chapter 10: Succeeding as an Entrepreneur
- Part III: Finding Personal Happiness as an âInnieâ
- Part IV: Supporting Introverts
- Part V: The Part of Tens
- About the Author
- Cheat Sheet
- Connect with Dummies
Product information
- Title: Success as an Introvert For Dummies
- Author(s):
- Release date: December 2013
- Publisher(s): For Dummies
- ISBN: 9781118738375
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