The Power of Introverts - Susan Cain

In an increasingly social world, author Susan Cain argues that we undervalue the power of the introvert at our peril. How can organisations ensure that the best ideas dominate, rather than those of the most vocal and assertive people?

Susan Cain is in conversation with Jon Ronson, journalist, humourist and documentary maker.


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[lastella]

I love her her message is soo inspirational.This makes me appreciate my quiet and introverted nature even more!!!

[passionfashions]

Introverts are some of the most intelligent and wise people, in all aspects.

[Peteburnsmania]

I like the idea of extroverts and introverts being drawn to each other and helping each other, but not feeling pressure to BECOME each other

[tedstar]

I love how her pleading for better cooperation between introverts and extroverts somehow changes into "introvertion is better than extrovertion".

[Jadee]

Very insightful video. Whenever anyone proclaims that I'm 'quiet' I always deny it as I feel ashamed, yet I don't know why I'm quiet. It's very hard for us introverts in a (seemingly) extrovert dominated society!

[adammullins]

Smart smart individual. Much respect to her and her empowering book Quiet.

[naturefreak]

Great video. Introverts and shy people are discriminated againgst in our society (and it is even harder to be a man in our society who is introverted and or shy).

[bootyclaw]

I completely agree with you. And as for being physically worn out, though I love being an introvert, this is one of the hardest parts of introversion and something that extroverts will never really understand. I wish that the energy drain that we suffer with was emphasised more whenever introversion is mentioned, as talking is such a basic, normal, expected part of life but just exhausts us for most of the time. It is such a strange thing to be exhausted by a vital part of life.

[blue]

I'm an INFJ and so glad that such a great video is posted by the RSA. Introverts are definitely under-appreciated.

[EricSchwin]

Most Extroverts do pressure introverts to be more outgoing and be more like them...it is exhausting.

[ea]

You have no idea how much I needed to read this. I've realized that I've gone through certain paths in life just to get love from others. Contrary to what I thought it would do, this ruined a relationship I had that had so much potential for both of us involved. I don't know what I'm doing in college, or life for that matter. But something tells me I ended up on this page just to read your comment. Thank you. I'm writing it down, and I hope one day to pass on the positivity I got from this

[danielbluesmoke]

I'm an INTJ, the Mastermind personality. People with my personality are great leaders and entrepreneurs! And what a coincidence I have my own business! So I agree with you, introverts are greatly under-appreciated!

[bootyclaw]

I just realised in my previous reply that I said I go home and THEN be myself. I meant that I can fully relax and be my proper self. as you obviously have to be a 'professional' version of yourself at work, as does everyone. I have stopped 'extroverting' at work and now just be my real, quiet self, and I really don't care what anyone thinks anymore.

[recoil]

This entire thing we're involved with called the world, is an opportunity to exhibit how exciting alienation can be.

[anewey]

Synergies between the two personality types is a powerful combination. Each type on their own are fairly usual - but working together creates something great. Thanks RSA for another good vid.

[bootyclaw]

I love this reply. That's exactly how I feel. To me, the work day mostly feels like I'm just trying to get through it until I can return to the comfort and solitude of my home, where I can finally relax and be myself.

[Solexwolfy]

I am an introvert, I love solitude and am considered Anti-social by peers and family. I'm not ashamed of it, and often find myself "alone in the party". I overheard my mother talking to my father about my "social problems", that was when I finally opened my eyes to myself. I am also considered a geek, or nerd. That is because my escape from school and the public in general. I am glad I could watch this, I am so thankful for my introversion and wouldn't want to be any other way.

[NixTheEverKnowing]

She really sounds like Phoebe from Friends :O

[Mrsbeatle]

A place to be quiet and think is essential. This is great video thank you !

[itsmedontusee]

I love to listen to this woman. I think she is more fun to listen to then most extraverts