Intuition is the truth from within
Nugget of the Week
I have a curious nugget to share this week, and it’s being moved to take action. There have been several things over the last few weeks that have angered me and for once, I’ve not just let them drop.
In the past, when things have angered me on social media which is usually opinions stated as fundamental truths, I feel the anger and then move on once the feelings have subsided.
I don’t know whether it’s the sass rising, or the ‘end of termishness’, or my age, but I’m taking more of a stand these days. And it feels good!
I realise that this maybe an unusual thing for an introvert to do, but now that I have found my voice and am using it for good more often, I don’t want to ‘pipe down’ or sit back down.
I’m prepared to be the lone voice, the tall poppy who stands head above the rest and is seen when others are ducking out of sight. And I firmly believe that when enough of us do this, our message can’t be ignored.
Obviously, I’m selective about what I stand up for or against as I only have so much energy so I want to make sure it sustains me. But here’s why I believe this is a nugget; when we remain silent, we’re actually colluding. Our silence can rightly be taken as assent or approval. Are you really happy for that to be the case?
I’ll leave you to ponder that and reach your own conclusions.
This Sh** Really Happened!
I have a belter this week! When a big name that I admire greatly, has a guest on their podcast talking about introversion but they mislead the audience with their ‘researched’ data.
This left me absolutely livid and spitting feathers because that’s now millions of people (that’s how many followers he has) who now are misinformed which will set our cause back considerably.
The bold claim that this body language expert made was that more than 80% of people are Ambiverts which the ‘expert’ being interviewed claimed is between introversion and extraversion. WRONG! She (almost) correctly said that introverts get their energy from being on their own and extraverts get their energy from being with people but then it all went horribly wrong.
She said that if you get your energy from being with the right people in the right environment, or can dial up your extraverted behaviours for an interview or something important, then you’re an ambivert. We all know that introverts can do that for a certain period of time but when their batteries drain, it’s off for some solo recharging. Staying in that environment when depleted leads to overwhelm then the introvert hangover and finally introvert burnout.
But thanks to this body language expert, the myths and misunderstandings are deepened, when I’ve been trying to bust them.
Let me be clear – being an introverted extravert does not make you an ambivert. Being an extraverted introvert does not make you an ambivert. And ambivert is someone who is equally recharged by being quiet or by being in any company or interaction. It literally doesn’t matter to them.
Grrrr!
Coming up, Buttercup!
It isn’t really inclusive leadership if the leaders are looking at DEI as a tick-box exercise. Inclusion is a serious responsibility and together we must create aware to ensure it is ‘Not Just Lip Service’.
While this photo may depict a happy mask with a sad face, and I will share what one of my senior team members said – I’m absolutely delighted to announce that on 18 December 2024, Szebastian Onne G. S. and I will be launching our collaborative audio event series, Not Just Lip Service (NJLS).
NJLS isn’t just another talking shop. It is a bold, thoughtfully produced series designed to ignite meaningful conversations that drive real, tangible change in the business world and beyond.
Our premiere episode takes a deep dive into Leadership and Inclusion. Let’s face it, in a world where Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) too often gets reduced to tick-box exercises, it’s time to call that out. True inclusion demands more than surface-level commitments or polished policies. It calls for Intentionality, Action, and Accountability to ensure everyone, from the first to the last member of the community, has equal opportunities to flourish.
And here’s the truth: if leaders are treating DEI as a compliance exercise, then they’re missing the point entirely. Inclusive leadership requires courage, care, and a willingness to truly embrace the full spectrum of human diversity.
To kick things off, our inaugural episode features a dynamic panel discussion with four brilliant voices from across the globe. Representing diverse industries and perspectives, they’ll unpack the challenges and opportunities of creating genuinely inclusive spaces. Two esteemed guests will join Szebastian and I, ensuring a rich conversation from four unique corners of the world.
For all the event details, click the banner or buttons below.
Let’s make sure DEI is Not Just Lip Service but a living, breathing, sustained commitment to a better future.
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Cage Rattler & Bias Shifter – Helping organisations unlock potential by shifting extraversion bias | Coaching quiet leaders | TEDx Speaker | Trainer | Founder, CEO – Flourishing Introverts | Host – The Flourishing Introvert Talks and (dropping) Pebbles in the Pond | Author – The Flourishing Nudge | Co-Flourisher, Co-Founder – Intent to Flourish
