HushLoudly host Jeri Bingham talks to author and introvert Lisa Hurley about rest being the new success through the soft life. Hurley encourages us to remove our superhero capes, create life-work balance, and oppose society’s hustle culture. Hurley’s book, “Space To Exhale: A Handbook for Curating a Soft, Centered, Serene Life” shows us how to beat burnout and embrace rest. This transformational book is part memoir, part manifesto, part meditation guide, Space To Exhale is a self-help manual that inspires us all to remove our superhero capes, put our masks on first, and create lasting life-work balance. Lisa is also the Founder of The Great Exhale, a serene virtual community focused on sisterhood and soft living, where Black women can relax, lay their burdens down—and exhale. For more information on Lisa and the book go to https://www.spacetoexhalebook.com/

HushLoudly host Jeri Bingham chats with Gregory Smith, Chancellor of the San Diego Community College system. Leaning into his innate abilities and introvert-leaning skill sets, Greg Smith’s non-traditional path to chancellorship is a winning formula for his career in higher education leadership and making an impact.

HushLoudly tackles the subject of introversion when intersected with marginalized identities (race, gender, LGBTQ+ status) and the impact it could have based on an expectation rooted in stereotypes and unconscious bias. Dean Marchildon, an introverted gay male shares the misperceptions that sometimes occur when others are expecting more animated behaviors from him. Marchildon talks about how leadership is not monolithic, and that women, introverts and marginalized groups should be able to lead differently and authentically. Host Jeri Bingham and Marchildon also talk about how they met through an introverted leadership professional development class at a prestigious institution, how to recharge and how to lean into an introverted personality type. For more on Dean follow him on Linked In and for more information on the programs highlighted check out https://professional.dce.harvard.edu/programs/introverts-as-leaders-quiet-power-as-a-leadership-strength/ and also https://professional.dce.harvard.edu/programs/lgbtq-leadership-program-leading-with-pride/

Author, advocate and introvert Steve Friedman joins Hush Loudly host Jeri Bingham. Hear as Steve shares the journey that led him to create his community and the inspiration behind his bestselling books, including “The Corporate Introvert” and “The Essential Guide for Families with Down Syndrome”. For more information about Steve and all his projects, be sure to check out his Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/steve.friedman.106?mibextid=ZbWKwL

HushLoudly’s Jeri Bingham speaks with Jenn Granneman, co-author of Sensitive, The Secret Lives of Introverts and the founder of Introvert, Dear, the world’s largest community for introverts. Are you considered a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) or maybe you aren’t sure? Learn more about this segment of the population, their possible relationship to introverts, and how, as an HSP, you can learn to manage others’ energies while protecting your own. Understand how being an HSP is a gift, and how to manage potential challenges and obstacles. Learn more about Jenn and her books here.

Listen in and learn from Peter Vogt’s analogies for introversion, from a cup of water to your personal iOS system, interesting ways to think about and better understand being introverted. For more information on Peter and his work go to https://www.introvertinsights.com/

HushLoudly’s Jeri Bingham speaks with Michael Anthony, PhD, a first-generation college graduate who is now a college president, about the importance of understanding who you are, no matter what your personality type may be.

Hushloudly host Jeri Bingham speaks with Mary Shapiro, the brain behind Harvard University’s ‘Introverts as Leaders’ professional development course. This course helps an introvert understand their work environment, build their leadership profile and develop strategies for success. Listen in as we talk about introversion, the background for this class, and how to enroll in the next one this fall. Check out the class here or ask my thoughts because I am a proud “graduate” and certificate holder for the completion of this course!

HushLoudly’s Jeri Bingham speaks with Susan Cain, author of the instant #1 New York Times Bestseller Bittersweet: How sorrow and longing make us whole. Susan Cain pulls back the veil on America’s culture of positivity, inherited grief, joy, sorrow, moving from bitter to sweet and more. Listen in as the two introverted friends catch up and delve deeper into these topics that are extremely relevant for all, especially today. For more information on the book, the author and all things Susan Cain, be sure to check out www.susancain.net

HushLoudly host Jeri Bingham speaks with Chief Corporate Affairs & Engagement Officer for L’Oreal’s North America Zone and founder of its DEI think tank, Quiet Leaders. Matthew DiGirolamo is a communications leader who has dedicated his 20-year career to building brands, advancing the visions, and amplifying the impact of change-making organizations and individuals. Listen in to hear how he empowers introverts and read his Fast Company article The 4 success strategies that helped this introvert climb the corporate ladder.