Have you ever doubted your ability to lead because you don't fit the extroverted stereotype that most people associate with leadership? You're not alone! In this episode host David Hall welcomes guest Ben Woelk, a mentor, coach, and introverted leader. Ben shares his own journey to leadership as an introvert, and talks about how he discovered and mastered leadership skills as well as how he uses his strengths and leadership role to help others in the workplace along their journeys. Join us as we discuss how introverts can be effective leaders, the importance of understanding your own unique strengths, and how to create a sense of belonging in virtual workspaces. Tune in to learn valuable lessons in leadership, especially for introverts and be strong.- - - Ben Woelk, CISSP, CPTC, is Governance, Awareness, and Training Manager for the Information Security Office at the Rochester Institute of Technology. Ben teaches an RIT course on Introverts and Leadership, created the Hope for the Introvert podcast. He advocates for, coaches, and mentors introverted leaders and is a frequent speaker and workshop facilitator at conferences.Contact Ben:Website: BenWoelk.comSocials: LinkedIn- - -Other resources mentioned in this episode:Susan Cain - Quiet (book)Susan Cain's Ted TalkDavid Keirsey - Please Understand Me II (book)Website: Keirsey.comAlan Alda - If I Understood You, Would I Have This Look On My Face?: My Adventures in the Art and Science of Relating and Communicating (book) Daniel Coyle - The Culture Code (book) MyersBriggs Typefinder AssessmentClifton Strengths Assessment - (The book includes a free Send us a text- - -Contact the Host of the Quiet and Strong Podcast:David Hall Author, Speaker, Educator, Podcaster quietandstrong.comGobio.link/quietandstrongdavid [at] quietandstrong.com NOTE: This post may contain affiliate links. I may earn a commission if you make a purchase, at no extra cost to you. Take the FREE Personality Assessment: Typefinder Personality Assessment Follow David on your favorite social platform:Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Youtube Get David's book:Minding Your Time: Time Management, Productivity, and Success, Especially for Introverts Get Quiet & Strong Merchandise

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