7 Quiet Powers of Introverts
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1. They are good listeners.
Introverts are naturally adept when it comes to actively listening.
They are going to be able to listen and be with you in that, without turning it around and making it about them.
Introverts are naturally adept when it comes to actively listening.
They are going to be able to listen and be with you in that, without turning it around and making it about them.
They process information internally which allows them to hear, understand and provide carefully considered insight when they do respond.
2. They think before they speak.
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Because introverts typically feel less comfortable speaking than they do listening, they choose their words wisely.
They only speak when they have something to say, so there is a higher chance that they will have an impact with their words.
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Because introverts typically feel less comfortable speaking than they do listening, they choose their words wisely.
They only speak when they have something to say, so there is a higher chance that they will have an impact with their words.
The skill of choosing words wisely is just as beneficial online as it is in person. Introverts are more effective on social media because they’re less prone to knee-jerk reactions than extroverts.
3. They’re observant
In addition to their superior listening skills, introverts possess what is considered a "superpower", namely their observation skills. They notice things others might not notice because they’re talking and processing things out loud.
In addition to their superior listening skills, introverts possess what is considered a "superpower", namely their observation skills. They notice things others might not notice because they’re talking and processing things out loud.
Although it may look like they’re just sitting quietly during a meeting, introverts are actually soaking in the information that’s being presented and thinking critically.
The typical introvert also uses his or her observant nature to read the room.
The typical introvert also uses his or her observant nature to read the room.
They’re more likely to notice people’s body language and facial expressions, which makes them better at interpersonal communication.
4. They make quality friends
Since introverts can feel their energy being drained by being around other people, as opposed to extroverts, who gain energy from being with other introverts, choose their friends wisely.
Since introverts can feel their energy being drained by being around other people, as opposed to extroverts, who gain energy from being with other introverts, choose their friends wisely.
They would rather have a few close, trusted friendships to invest their time and energy in, as opposed to a large network of acquaintances.
They are picky about who they let into their lives. It requires some energy, and if someone come in their inner circle, that means a lot.
They are picky about who they let into their lives. It requires some energy, and if someone come in their inner circle, that means a lot.
This quality causes introverts to be loyal, attentive, and committed friends.
5. They make loving romantic partners
Introverts crave personal space to reflect and refuel, and they can sense when their partners need space too.
Because they have this need for their own privacy, they give it to others as well.
Introverts crave personal space to reflect and refuel, and they can sense when their partners need space too.
Because they have this need for their own privacy, they give it to others as well.
The same qualities that make introverts great listeners also make them great partners.
At the end of a long day, they’re there to listen and support their partner without feeling compelled to talk about themselves.
At the end of a long day, they’re there to listen and support their partner without feeling compelled to talk about themselves.
They also like to get to know someone before sharing intimate details with a prospective partner, and it can make them appear more appealing in the early stages of relationships.
6. They’re thoughtful networkers.
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Being in a large group where the goal is to meet, talk, and make a good first impression can be overwhelming for many, especially for introverts.
They can use their natural strengths to create meaningful connections.
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Being in a large group where the goal is to meet, talk, and make a good first impression can be overwhelming for many, especially for introverts.
They can use their natural strengths to create meaningful connections.
Introverts focus on learning about people they meet even if they only connect with a handful of people.
This type of active listening and follow-up can be a lot more beneficial than simply handing out 50 business cards.
This type of active listening and follow-up can be a lot more beneficial than simply handing out 50 business cards.
7. They’re compassionate leaders
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Introverts can make the best leaders when they channel their natural strengths.
They don’t feel the need to step into the spotlight and take all the credit for group successes rather, they are likely to highlight the strengths of their teams.
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Introverts can make the best leaders when they channel their natural strengths.
They don’t feel the need to step into the spotlight and take all the credit for group successes rather, they are likely to highlight the strengths of their teams.
As introverts process information more slowly and thoughtfully than their extroverted counterparts, they tend to learn more about their subordinates.
They have focused conversations with their team members in order to learn their skills, passions, and strengths.
They have focused conversations with their team members in order to learn their skills, passions, and strengths.
Once they gather all of this information, they can use what they’ve learned to help each team member be more efficient and happier at work.
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