There is an “I” in Team Incorporating Introverts Into Your Teams and Projects

Remember the old adage, there is no i in team I i i I i I i I I i I i

No one person is 100% of anything Extroversion Introversion Both inherent and learned traits fall on a continuum

What is introversion Personality and behavioral trait Attributed to Carl Jung Inherent Nature vs. nurture Adaptable, not changeable Perception of others Perception of self

Where do you fall in the alphabet? Favorite world: Do you prefer to focus on the outer world or on your own inner world? This is called Extraversion (E) or Introversion (I).Extraversion (E) or Introversion (I) Information: Do you prefer to focus on the basic information you take in or do you prefer to interpret and add meaning? This is called Sensing (S) or Intuition (N). Sensing (S) or Intuition (N) Decisions: When making decisions, do you prefer to first look at logic and consistency or first look at the people and special circumstances? This is called Thinking (T) or Feeling (F).Thinking (T) or Feeling (F) Structure : In dealing with the outside world, do you prefer to get things decided or do you prefer to stay open to new information and options? This is called Judging (J) or Perceiving (P).Judging (J) or Perceiving (P) MBTI

Where do you fall in the alphabet?

Cultural point of view Shift from the ideal of a person of contemplation to a person of action. Happy vs. sad Outgoing vs. shy Popular vs. socially awkward Confident vs. insecure More vs. less intelligent Friendly vs. loner Success vs. failure In general, people have a misunderstanding of what constitutes introversion

Does and responds differently ExtrovertIntrovert Draws energy from othersDrained of energy from others Passionate about interactionsPassionate about ideas Small talkIn-depth conversation Group discussions/activitiesOne-on-one discussion/solitude Self-promotionGreater good Doers: immediate resultsThinkers: planning ahead Loud/opinionated/confrontationalQuiet/opinionated/even

Icebreakers, networking, team building and meetings Type of activity Goal of activity Role of the introvert Type of activity Goal of activity Involve in the planning Involve in the process Goal of meeting Provide agenda / information request in advance Coach on communication style Set goals Be realistic Be positive

Questions or comments THANK YOU Cathy Kozak – Education Program Associate Penn State College of Nursing University Park