In this episode, Sophie discusses introversion by ‘introvert advocate’ Joanna Rawbone. Joanna describes herself as a ‘change agent’ – a person who helps you get clarity on and make changes that are desired or required depending on the situation and also a ‘cage rattler’ – have a listen to find out why!

Introverts work on a system of think, say, think rather than an extrovert’s process of say, think say and Joanna describes how the quality, not quantity, of input is important and why many introverts get overlooked.

Sophie and Joanna discuss how the shift online has both benefitted and impeded an introvert’s working pattern and how certain technological features, like breakout rooms in meetings, can be a daunting prospect for more introverted people who can feel less psychologically safe in the workspace as a result.

Sources from the show

Corporate Rebels Research – iceberg of ignorance(https://corporate-rebels.com/iceberg-of-ignorance/)
Susan Kane – creating thinking time (Ted Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/susan_cain_the_power_of_introverts )
David Mitchell meetings - (https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000t4t6)
Book: I'm Not Crazy, I'm Just Not You: The Real Meaning of the 16 Personality Types - Roger R. Pearman (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Not-Crazy-Just-You-Personality/dp/185788552X)

How to find out more about Sophie:

LinkedIn- Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

How to find out more about Joanna:
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannarawbone/
W: https://flourishingintroverts.com/

Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.