Confident You Quotes

“Since a high value is placed on being social, people tend to undervalue people who are quieter, which leads to the perception that introverts are indifferent or uncaring.”
― S.J. Scott, Confident You: An Introvert's Guide to Success in Life and Business

“Pushy people assume that because I am an introvert that I can be pushed around. When they push, and I eventually enforce my personal boundaries, they actually become angry with me for doing so. Very irritating and a waste of my time.”
― S.J. Scott, Confident You: An Introvert's Guide to Success in Life and Business

“Everyone has their own particular way of communicating. If you’re someone who thinks better in isolation, then be honest with other team members. Tell them you don’t always work best in a team setting, but you will follow up each meeting with a number of ideas after you’ve had time to think. A simple follow-up email filled with suggestions can be a nice way to tie together what was discussed at a meeting, while providing a fresh perspective on the topic.”
― S.J. Scott, Confident You: An Introvert's Guide to Success in Life and Business

“One of the best tips for success is to understand both your strengths and weaknesses.”
― S.J. Scott, Confident You: An Introvert's Guide to Success in Life and Business

“the main difference between introverts and extroverts is how often they need time alone to recharge their batteries.”
― S.J. Scott, Confident You: An Introvert's Guide to Success in Life and Business

“While many introverts are also shy, the primary characteristic of introverts is that their internal “battery” drains when spending time with others, and they “recharge” by being alone.”
― S.J. Scott, Confident You: An Introvert's Guide to Success in Life and Business

“Don’t feel that constant need to speak. • Say important things. • Know how to listen. • Are comfortable with themselves. • Inspire trust. • Can be great leaders.”
― S.J. Scott, Confident You: An Introvert's Guide to Success in Life and Business

“But there are times when it’s advantageous to your career and personal life to behave in an outgoing manner. This doesn’t mean you have to like it.”
― S.J. Scott, Confident You: An Introvert's Guide to Success in Life and Business

“In fact, we urge you to focus on one challenge, identify the best way to overcome it and create a daily habit that reinforces this behavior.”
― S.J. Scott, Confident You: An Introvert's Guide to Success in Life and Business

“All you really need to do is focus on building quality relationships instead of trying to be a social butterfly at every social gathering. ”
― S.J. Scott, Confident You: An Introvert's Guide to Success in Life and Business

“Introverts hate confrontation. Give them a little time to think things through rather than trying to press for an immediate resolution.”
― S.J. Scott, Confident You: An Introvert's Guide to Success in Life and Business

“When an introvert loves someone, they are very loyal and expect the same in return.”
― S.J. Scott, Confident You: An Introvert's Guide to Success in Life and Business

“If you’re in a position of authority and let things slide with a subordinate, tasks may go unfinished or work won’t be completed to a satisfactory level.”
― S.J. Scott, Confident You: An Introvert's Guide to Success in Life and Business

“part of my mind is preoccupied just dealing with this nervous tension, so I don’t think of those nice ideas/solutions when I’m in a live meeting or brainstorming session, but I do afterwards when I’m alone, totally relaxed.”
― S.J. Scott, Confident You: An Introvert's Guide to Success in Life and Business

“Exhaustion from overstimulation is a huge problem for many introverts.”
― S.J. Scott, Confident You: An Introvert's Guide to Success in Life and Business