On this episode of Relational Introvert, I welcome my guest and long-time friend, Jeff Abraham, to join me in a conversation about introverted leaders. Being in the non-profit sector, Jeff brings his experience and insights from this lens. In this, the first of a 2-part conversation, we delve into the assumptions we make as well as the cultural context that plays into this.

We hear people being referred to as “natural” leaders. What does that mean? Who qualifies as a natural leader? Perhaps the answer is simpler than we think.

Whether we’re quiet or not, each of us has a story to share. The size of our audience doesn’t determine the value of our story. On this episode of Relational Introvert, I welcome my guest Andrea Sanchez, Executive Director of SparkStory, as we discuss how each of us can spark and share our stories and the power of doing so.

The idea of prolonged distance from our loved ones is not an easy one. Especially because right now it seems indefinite. But what if we understood and experienced social distancing as a luxury, a privilege? For many millions around the world, that’s exactly what it is.

Social distancing, while necessary for the current time, can easily lead to disconnection and even disregard for others, if we’re not careful. How do we ensure that social distancing doesn’t become emotional distancing?

On this episode of Relational Introvert, I welcome my very first guest, Benjamin Warsinske, CEO of BrandedWorld, Inc. We discuss how, in 2020, creativity is one of the key, sought-after skills. And play is the missing ingredient to cultivate this.

Some of us prescribe to “think before you act”. Others favor more of a “act now and ask for forgiveness later” approach. What’s the winning formula?

Influence is something we all have.  Yes, even the “quiet ones”. It shows up in all our relationships. But when does it add value and when is it manipulation? And what about approach? Is there a “best” way?

Integrity is as simple as doing what we said we would do. That we walk the talk. And who doesn’t want to be a person of integrity? Or be around people like that? Yet, we encounter lack of integrity all the time. Why is that?

We do our best to present things as they are. It’s something we’ve been taught to do ever since we were children – tell the truth. But how often do we tell the truth about ourselves?