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Confident You: An Introvert's Guide to Success in Life and Business
How to Succeed in an Extroverted World (Without Changing Who You Are) Being an introvert can be frustrating... The world applauds extroverts, so it's easy to feel left out in the cold. As an introvert, you know it's important to be outgoing, social and a good leader, yet these behaviors don't seem natural. The truth is that success in life often comes down to how well you sell yourself. This means behaving in a manner that doesn't seem congruent with what's inside. In simple terms, the world around us requires introverts to behave in an extroverted manner. How to Harness Your Introverted "Powers" Introversion can be a good thing. Without introverts, society would be full of outgoing and social people but a lot fewer artists, analysts, scientists, doctors, writers, engineers, and designers. On the other hand, the world often celebrates and rewards extroverts, often leaving introverts out in the cold. Instead of trying to make you an extrovert, the goal of "Confident You" is to help you capitalize on all the positive aspects of being an introvert, while helping you overcome the less positive aspects of introversion. Confident You - An Introvert's Guide to Success in Life and Business "Confident You" provides 15 strategies to help you become more extroverted in business and social situations. You will A 10-Minute Test That Identifies Your "Type" of Introversion Simple Lessons from Famous Introverts How to Deal with a Lack of Confidence (or Shyness) in Social Situations The Secret to Making a Good First Impression How to Have Your ACCOMPLISHMENTS Recognized at Work The Best Ways to Nurture Relationships with Extroverts Unique Leadership Qualities of Introverts How to Engage in Small Talk That MATTERS 4 Ways to Overcome the "Dull Perception" You can thrive in a world that prefers extroverts. All you need is an action plan for social situations at work and in life. Would You Like To Know More? Download now to learn how to become more confident and successful introvert. Scroll to the top of the page and select the buy now button.
121 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 23, 2015
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About the author
S.J. Scott
60 books260 followersWall Street Journal bestselling author SJ Scott wanted to be Luke Skywalker when he grew up.
Unfortunately his complete lack of physical grace and introverted mannerism's kept the earth from having their own Jedi Knight to battle the Sith menace.
Steve “SJ” Scott was born and raised in New Jersey. After finishing college with a degree in psychology he knew he needed to further his education or work on his latte making skills.
During a short stint in US Air Force, Scott was able to get his Master’s in business and then moved on to conquer the business world.
Scott then spent a couple of years working for a company not unlike the company depicted in Mike Judge’s film, “Office Space”. After doing his share of “TPS” reports, Scott swore he would never work for anyone but himself.
He spent the next few years making this happen. Making a decent living online and eventually pivoting to writing books, blogging and even podcasting.
Scott has written over 30 books, most of them in the "self-improvement" genre. An area that he is personally passionate about.
His books have been published in 12 different languages. So he is well on his way to world domination. However, in his heart of hearts he knows he will soon have to venture out into the universe and defeat the Sith menace.
Unfortunately his complete lack of physical grace and introverted mannerism's kept the earth from having their own Jedi Knight to battle the Sith menace.
Steve “SJ” Scott was born and raised in New Jersey. After finishing college with a degree in psychology he knew he needed to further his education or work on his latte making skills.
During a short stint in US Air Force, Scott was able to get his Master’s in business and then moved on to conquer the business world.
Scott then spent a couple of years working for a company not unlike the company depicted in Mike Judge’s film, “Office Space”. After doing his share of “TPS” reports, Scott swore he would never work for anyone but himself.
He spent the next few years making this happen. Making a decent living online and eventually pivoting to writing books, blogging and even podcasting.
Scott has written over 30 books, most of them in the "self-improvement" genre. An area that he is personally passionate about.
His books have been published in 12 different languages. So he is well on his way to world domination. However, in his heart of hearts he knows he will soon have to venture out into the universe and defeat the Sith menace.
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August 24, 2020
Bu kitabı çox sevdim💚 İntrovert insanların qarşılaşdığı bir çox problemləri və ona uyğun bunları aşmaq üçün həllərini də yazıb yazarlar. Amma məqsəd sizi dəyişmək deyil! Sadəcə qarşılaşdığınız problemləri həll etməyinizə kömək etməkdir. Çox axıcı idi mənim üçün. Özünü introvert kimi görən hər bir kəsə tövsiyə edirəm. Oxuduqca yalnız olmadığınızı görəcəyiniz anlar olacaq məncə.
July 8, 2015
I read many of Scott's books. And I love them all. This one is also great.
I'm an introvert. HSP as well, so I really appriciate this book! Great job! Thanks for telling extroverst, that we /introverts/ are normal people either :-))
Short, quick, amazing read!
I'm an introvert. HSP as well, so I really appriciate this book! Great job! Thanks for telling extroverst, that we /introverts/ are normal people either :-))
Short, quick, amazing read!
July 9, 2015
A good primer for introverts
This quick read is an excellent primer for introverts. If you are an introvert and have never explored that side of your personality this is a great way to begin. This book gives some basic explanation of the introvert personality and the ways in which we struggle with social situations, relationships and work situations. It also provides many suggestions for how to become more comfortable in the situation while still maintaining your integrity as an introvert. Throughout the book the authors consistently remind the reader that introverts are talented and do not need to be changed becomes extroverts they simply need to become more comfortable being introverts in an extroverted world. If you have read other books about introverts this one does not have much new content to offer, but it is a short and easy way to begin exploring your introverted personality. What this book does have to offer that many others do not is both the authors are introverts themselves and speak to other introverts in a respectful and appreciative manner that does not in any way suggest that introverts have a bad personality.
This quick read is an excellent primer for introverts. If you are an introvert and have never explored that side of your personality this is a great way to begin. This book gives some basic explanation of the introvert personality and the ways in which we struggle with social situations, relationships and work situations. It also provides many suggestions for how to become more comfortable in the situation while still maintaining your integrity as an introvert. Throughout the book the authors consistently remind the reader that introverts are talented and do not need to be changed becomes extroverts they simply need to become more comfortable being introverts in an extroverted world. If you have read other books about introverts this one does not have much new content to offer, but it is a short and easy way to begin exploring your introverted personality. What this book does have to offer that many others do not is both the authors are introverts themselves and speak to other introverts in a respectful and appreciative manner that does not in any way suggest that introverts have a bad personality.
July 3, 2015
Just One Idea
Short, sweet, and to the point! I love the way the authors end their book – pick one idea from this book and turn it into a consistent daily habit. For me, the one idea I'm beginning with is to develop my ability to engage in small talk. As an introvert, I've always dismissed small talk as a waste of time and effort.
This great book provides lots of other suggestions for which new habit to develop first, depending on your own particular type of introversion. For me, I'm happily starting with small talk and then will graduate to other challenges.
Short, sweet, and to the point! I love the way the authors end their book – pick one idea from this book and turn it into a consistent daily habit. For me, the one idea I'm beginning with is to develop my ability to engage in small talk. As an introvert, I've always dismissed small talk as a waste of time and effort.
This great book provides lots of other suggestions for which new habit to develop first, depending on your own particular type of introversion. For me, I'm happily starting with small talk and then will graduate to other challenges.
July 21, 2015
Helpful as ash Overview
I enjoyed this book because it was a quick read and had some very nifty tips and tools to help with my social life as an introvert that I hadn't thought of yet. I enjoyed the perspective they chose to use and also the real life examples from various introverts. Good read and a fast read.
I enjoyed this book because it was a quick read and had some very nifty tips and tools to help with my social life as an introvert that I hadn't thought of yet. I enjoyed the perspective they chose to use and also the real life examples from various introverts. Good read and a fast read.
October 13, 2016
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September 8, 2022
Książka pomaga zrozumieć, kim jest introwertyk oraz zaakceptować fakt, że się nim jest. Oswaja i normalizuje zachowania osób, które niekoniecznie przepadają za spędzaniem czasu w dużym gronie osób. zawarte jest w niej 15 lekcji przydatne dla grupy docelowej. są to lekcje poruszające problem, np. trudności z rozmawianiem z obcym bądź niechęć odezwania się w grupie, oraz pokazujące ich rozwiązanie na wiele sposobów. książka jest bardzo fajna, ma tylko 150 stron więc można szybko wchłonąć, dla mnie była raczej podsumowaniem wiedzy, ponieważ wiele z niej już wiedziałem wcześniej. komu ją polecam? na pewno introwertykom, osobom nieśmiałym, bojącym się przemawiać publicznie, ekstrawertykom, którzy chcą zrozumieć myśli i zachowania introwertyków.
June 6, 2020
Not really for me
This wasn't what I expected when I purchased it, but then I don't have a problem with a majority of these issues and a few of them I just don't care about. If you do struggle with some of their suggestions, then this book will work for you.
This wasn't what I expected when I purchased it, but then I don't have a problem with a majority of these issues and a few of them I just don't care about. If you do struggle with some of their suggestions, then this book will work for you.
June 30, 2020
I am a beginner reader. I finished this book in a day and it was very insightful I must say. If you are an introvert looking to understand your personality and how to go about challenges you might face . This is a good one . Enjoy
April 12, 2018
Awesome
Easy to read, good information! I’m an entrepreneur and leader but I occasionally struggle with being an introvert. This introduced me to new ideas and ways to deal!
Easy to read, good information! I’m an entrepreneur and leader but I occasionally struggle with being an introvert. This introduced me to new ideas and ways to deal!
September 19, 2015
This shallow book is 104 pages of fluff, very light on information, and not very well written. The two authors (based on the bios on the book) have no expertise in psychology nor have they done any research on the subject of introversion and extroversion other than soliciting emails from people who believe they are introverts. The authors offer no in-depth analysis of introversion or the experience of it. I didn't learn anything from this book, and I was very disappointed.
December 17, 2015
Interesante libro que aporta estratégias para los problemas cotidianos y sociales con los que nos enfrentamos los introvertidos. En particular me fue útil para las relaciones que estoy formando en mi asociación y con mis amistades y hasta con mi pareja.
March 16, 2016
Wide spectrum of information but shallow in depth. My favorite takeaway from the book: "Information is nothing without action. If your goal is to overcome some of the challenges you face, then you need to set aside time each day to work on this area of your life."
July 10, 2015
Waste of money
Poor writing and common sense psychology make for a poor read. I would not recommend this book. It has nothing to do with business. Save your money.
Poor writing and common sense psychology make for a poor read. I would not recommend this book. It has nothing to do with business. Save your money.
July 19, 2015
Excellent book
I took the test as recommended early in the book. The results were bang on. Book has extremely good suggestions for introverts. Must read! - Thank You
I took the test as recommended early in the book. The results were bang on. Book has extremely good suggestions for introverts. Must read! - Thank You
September 5, 2015
This had some ideas about how to use your introvert strenghts and I liked how it empasized that introverts do not need to be fixed.
October 2, 2016
This book discuss the challenges and struggles of the introvert and some solutions to help the introverts to be successful in life and business.
November 12, 2016
Very helpful
Really helpful in understanding my type of personality. Thank u Steve and Rebecca. This book is a must for introverts.
Really helpful in understanding my type of personality. Thank u Steve and Rebecca. This book is a must for introverts.
March 3, 2018
This book was ok. It described introvert's weakness and tips to overcome them. I wish that this book was more about introvert's strengths and how to use them.
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