Author: David Hall

Recently a friend has been stressed with the amount of work he has to do, “The emails never end,

I was doing some research this week on improving this website.  I want it to be easy to

I have a YouTube video playing in the background as I am sitting here at my computer.  It

Introverted does not mean shy.  You can be a shy introvert or a shy extrovert. Being “shy” is

I am giving a presentation at a conference later this week.  I am looking forward to it.  Even

The words quiet and strong are not a dichotomy.  I believe this now, but I did not always.

The other day, I gave a presentation at a conference and left quickly after in order to make

  Introversion is still so misunderstood and I don’t think the term “introvert” is always helpful.  In studying,

I have discovered that as an introvert, I need some alone time.  It can be hard to find

I was driving my wife downtown to help her set up a booth at an event she was

I was asked to do a short training video and talk about the work I do at my

  I have been giving the “need for recharge” among introverts much thought.  Many say that extroverts get

I was listening to the radio on the way to work this week and the guest was speaking

“Here’s to the crazy ones, the misfits, the rebels, the troublemakers, the round pegs in the square holes…

As introverts, we long to make connections. It is just that the connections we want to make are deep.  This has been a challenge for me.  It usually takes some time to for me get to know others and then as I slowly get to know them, it takes even more time to find those people that I can form deep connections with.

  Introverts are not all alike.  We may all spend more time thinking, but we think about different

I believe that introverts worry more than extroverts. Worry exists in the mind, and as introverts, we spend

I attend many meetings at work everyday.  Sometimes they are back to back for the entire day.  It

I have written over a hundred blog posts as of this week.  If you have been following this

As I read and write about introverts, it becomes clear to me that the definition for introverts varies

I believe that one of the keys to strength as an introvert is preparation. An introvert goes deep

I am still on vacation and spent ten hours today at an indoor amusement park with my kids – video

I attended a workshop on the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator a few years ago.  Something that really stuck with

I was having a conversation with a negative person today and she was complaining about others, especially others

The more I read and learn about introversion, the more I realize that there is a wide range

Fortunately, it has been a long time since I have had to interview for a job.  I have

It has been within the last few years that I have come to really gain an understanding of

I was doing some surfing around the internet this weekend looking for some inspiration on topics to write

When it comes to getting work done, it is especially important for introverts to be able to have

Our thoughts are so powerful. As an introvert, you have great ideas and ideas of how things can

Once again I found myself at a conference with all of its expectations of small talk and networking. 

It is estimated that introverts make up at least half of the population and maybe even slightly more

I recently wrote about taking Marcus Buckingham’s assessment from his book, StandOut. In the results, this particular paragraph

I have gotten so much better at small talk and keeping conversations going over the last couple of

I was having a discussion with my wife on possible blog topics this week.  Out of the blue,

I came across a great article by Rahul Sinha titled “Why introverts can be great leaders?” My initial

    In a couple of weeks, I am headed to a conference.  I am looking forward to

Often in conversations or meetings, as introverts we need time to think.  Sometimes our silence while thinking is

I believe that our greatest happiness comes from serving others. However, it is very important that we take

As an introvert, my preferred method of communication is in writing.  I do a lot of emailing, texting,

I want to continue on with a previous post, Remembering and Using Names. According to Philip Guo How

I am enjoying this Monday off celebrating Labor Day in the U.S.  I hope you are having a

I am reading StandOut by Marcus Buckingham.  The premise of the book is that you can maximize your

  It’s often said that introverts prefer a small circle of close friends.  I find this to be

Thankfully, it’s been a while since I’ve had to go on a job interview.  In the past, I

  Why are some people so afraid of silence?  Why does it make some people so uncomfortable? The

I have a son that is extremely competitive.  So much so that if he is not good at

Often it is difficult to share our weaknesses with others as it can make us feel very vulnerable. 

I just stumbled across this quote from Albert Einstein, “Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow.

The other day I was headed from one building to another to give a presentation.  As I was walking, I was filled with dread...  I was dreading a couple hours of interaction with people that I had barely met.  I caught myself in the middle of this negative thinking.  In reality, I really enjoy giving presentations.  I do have some expertise to share.  And I was prepared.  I replaced my negative thoughts based in imagination with these more positive thoughts based in truth and reality.

I’ve often heard people tell others, especially children, that they just need to “come out of their shell.”

I continue to be amazed by the struggles that are all around us that we do not even

Last week I wrote about parenting an introverted child.  I happen to know what it is like to

I have been giving much thought to what it takes to be a good parent, especially when it

I heard someone ask the question “Were you an introvert in high school?”  And it was asked in

I have the opportunity through my work to attend a couple professional conferences each year.  As an introvert,

Most of my life I have worried far too much. In a previous post, Minimizing or Eliminating Worry,

Things have been a little crazy and I was feeling particularly stressed the past couple of days.  Luckily,

As an introvert, email is usually my preferred method of communication.  I can think before I respond and the

I had a great one-on-one meeting with a fellow introvert today.  We were working on a project together and had

We all have strengths. What are yours? I love how Seth Godin defines “art” in Linchpin. “What makes

I have heard and read over the years that an introvert is someone that needs to recharge by

Being an introvert is not about labeling people or putting them neatly into boxes. It’s about understanding yourself

  I have been thinking about my post yesterday  regarding a discussion that took place following a Quiet

I participated in Susan Cain’s Quiet Revolution webinar at work today.  I was actually very encouraged that the

I was late coming to Twitter as it seemed from the outside, 140 characters of “small talk” online. 

Image courtesy of Piotr Bizior, Bizior Photography I know people that are very proud of their ability to

Photo courtesy of Fotochromo I was listening to the radio on the way home from work the other

I used to be shy when I was younger. Now, I’m happily introverted. Early on in my journey,

If you are here reading this, you’ve probably been called quiet, or shy, or been passed over for

I live a busy life at work with far too many meetings.  With all these meetings, I get more

  I have always HATED the expression “you need to get out of your comfort zone.”  If you

  Don’t try to be like others.  What is this dream you have, and why not you? Nobody

A big epiphany for me regarding introversion occurred when speaking with a neighbor a while back.  We were talking about

  I have known my wife for more than half of my life.  We are both introverted, but

Happy Friday Everyone! I am thinking today of those times that I have heard or said “I can’t

As an introvert, I grew up not enjoying talking on the phone.  I am still trying to figure

So what style of leadership is the best?  My answer to this is the one that best uses

I hear it often said that introverts prefer spending time alone or in small groups with only a

In the short time that I have been writing this blog I have already had a few friends

I have learned this lesson over and over and could share many examples. Here’s just one example of

I attend many meetings each week.  As an introvert, sometimes it’s difficult to voice your ideas in a

Fear… It takes a thought to be afraid.  And we can change our thoughts.  Challenge those fears that

Although many people use the terms interchangeably, Introversion and Shyness are not synonymous. Introversion is a measure of

Sometimes when I need a good dose of inspiration I go to YouTube and type in “motivation”.  Many short videos pop

I recently met with a computer programmer.  I noticed that his office walls were bare with no pictures,

I believe that introverts worry more than extroverts.  After all, introverts tend to live in their heads more

When I was younger, I had a terrible fear of public speaking.  I would agonize before and sometimes after.  There would be a shakiness in my voice and my knees, along with a dry mouth.  I have come a long way since then and have given many successful public speeches in a variety of formats.  A big key for me for public speaking is preparation, expertise, and passion. When I speak and have these three ingredients, the above troubles seem to go away.

I changed my university major at least three times.  I was going to be an engineer because I was

My mind is always going.  I have ideas and ideas and more ideas. I have learned to capture these

We all have unique strengths.  For some reason, no ONE person has ALL strengths and this makes us

Welcome to my blog!  I hope you find some great ideas here whether you are an introvert or