Quiet minds often have the loudest ideas. 💭
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Quiet is not 🚫 weak. Most people think introverts are anti-social, too shy, and not ‘leadership material.’ The worst part is that I believed in this narrative. I saw loud voices get recognized, land promotions, and rise up. Meanwhile, I stayed put. Then, one day, I embraced my quietness and stopped trying to be someone I’m not. I advocated for myself, led meetings, and drove projects in my own “quiet” way: ✅ Leading with empathy ✅ Speaking with compassion ✅ Listening without interjecting ✅ Focusing 100% without distractions Remember, you can be impactful in your own 'quiet' way. __ 4 Things Leaders Can Say To Nurture Quiet Talent 👇🏼 "I value your perspective." ↳ Let them know that their voice matters to you. "Take your time to think about it." ↳ Shows that you respect them by giving space to process info. "I appreciate your thoughtful input." ↳ Acknowledges their contributions, even if they may not be as vocal as others. "How do you like to be recognized?" ↳ Invites their feedback on how they like to be praised vs making assumptions. Let’s stop rewarding people for dominating discussions and value a quiet voice. Being quiet is a superpower, not a weakness. What’s #5? Curious how a leader has created a culture where you can thrive 👇🏼 P.S. I’m building a job board curating project, program & product management roles so it's tailored for YOU. Join the waitlist 🔥 https://lnkd.in/eZAnazNs