Introverts feel reproached for being the way they are. In a world filled with loud, extroverted people its easy to bypass the quiet thinkers, and susan cain is on a mission to prevent that from happening. The following are 10 of my favorite quotes and key takeaways from the book. The most important book published for a decade lynne truss sunday telegraph quiet is a very timely book, and cains central thesis is fresh and important.
Im not a fan of labels to begin with, but thats a pretty broad umbrella to group people under, and she almost makes extroversion sound like a. Quiet by susan cain eat, pray, love by elizabeth gilbert daring greatly by brene. Cain argues that modern western culture misunderstands and undervalues the traits and capabilities of introverted people, leading to a colossal waste of talent, energy, and happiness the book presents a history of how western culture transformed from a culture of character to. Jan 24, 2012 book gives an excellent overview of the topics of shyness, introversion, social anxiety, etc. Instead of trying to fit in, she encourages introverts to reshape their world to fit them. They are the ones who prefer listening to speaking. In 2012, susan cain published a book about introverts and titled it quiet. Named one of the top ten influencers in the world by linkedin, susan cain is a renowned speaker and the author of the awardwinning books quiet power. In this inspiring ebook, michaela chung invites introverts to peel back the mask of extroversion and discover the hidden treasures of their true personality. Unleashing the power of introverts january 30, 2012 introvert susan cain is here to make the case for people who like to work in peace and quiet. Quiet is a very timely book, and cains central thesis is fresh and important. Named one of the top ten influencers in the world by linkedin, susan cain is a renowned speaker and the author of the awardwinning books quiet power, quiet journal, and quiet.
Quiet was recommended to be my two people who i do not believe know each other, or, if they do, they probably dont know that they were both reading this book at the same time. Extraversion and introversion are typically viewed as a single continuum, so to be high in one necessitates being low in the other. But theres something ohsointroverted about curling up on a friday night with a good book alone that many introverts will relate to on a. Jan 24, 2012 the book that started the quiet revolutionat least onethird of the people we know are introverts. The introverts edge equips you with a comprehensive system focused on transparent, authentic and lowpressure selling enter your email below to get the first chapter for free.
Todays workplaces are designed for extroverts, she. Stunning illustrations that perfectly capture the introverts. Susan cain about susan susans blog contact susan cain ted talk podcast the books media kit susans speaking speaking posts quiet. The power of introverts in a world that cant stop talking by susan cain is on sale in hardcover and ebook everywhere books are sold. Although they are often labeled quiet, it is to introverts that we owe many of the great contributions to societyfrom van goghs sunflowers to the invention of. The power of introverts in a world that cant stop talking, i think this friend may be on to something.
Maybe the extrovert ideal is no longer as powerful as it was. Cains intelligence, respect for research, and vibrant prose put quiet in an elite class with the best books from malcolm gladwell, daniel pink, and other masters of psychological nonfiction. In fact, i read much of susan cains book shaking my head in wonder and thinking. A summary of the book quiet the power of introverts in a world that can. Unleashing the power of introverts introvert susan cain is here to make the case for people who like to work in peace and quiet. Being an introvert does not entail that you dislike social interaction but college is hard for introverts. I wasnt surprised when susan cains book, quiet, mentioned that introverted people often thrive in the online world and are actually more likely to share personal information there than extroverts. Books by other authors after hers include the introverts way. As an extreme introvert, this book definitely feels like a form of validation.
Book gives an excellent overview of the topics of shyness, introversion, social anxiety, etc. The power of introverts in a world that cant stop talking has been written to inspire introverts into finding their inner power and using that to their advantage. You dont have to be an introvert to fall in love with debbies stunning artwork. Barbara streisand has an outgoing, larger than life personality, who also battles with a paralyzing case of stage fright. Feb 12, 2016 book summary of quiet by susan cain buy the book here. Cain argues that modern western culture misunderstands and undervalues the traits and capabilities of introverted people, leading to a colossal waste of talent, energy, and happiness. The power of introverts in a world that cant stop talking by susan cain author. Jung and the developers of the myersbriggs type indicator provide a different perspective and suggest that everyone has both an extraverted side and an introverted side, with one being more dominant than the other.
Valarie stephens is a selfproclaimed introvert who lives life as a freespirit and creative soul. They are not necessarily people who are shy or who lack social skills. I stumbled across an interesting book by susan cain titled quiet. Teresa amabile, professor, harvard business school, and coauthor. The power of introverts in a world that cant stop talking shows how dramatically. But in both cases, each said that the information within this book taught them so much about themselves as introverts, it was a revelatory experience. Your personality type influences your choice of partner, friends, career, and lifestyle, as well as how those choices play outfor instance, how you advance in your. If you are an introverted business owner, you need this book.
The books that started the quiet revolution quiet revolution. The power of introverts 7 bill gates is quiet and bookish, but apparently unfazed by others opinions of him. Calvina i actually think extroverts should be the one reading this book. Feb 04, 2016 in 2012, susan cain published a book about introverts and titled it quiet. The power of introverts in a world that cant stop talking paperback 3 jan 20. Mar 22, 2012 in fact, i read much of susan cains book shaking my head in wonder and thinking. Quiet is a book of liberation from old ideas about the value of introverts. Book summary of quiet by susan cain buy the book here. Translated into more than forty languages, quiet has appeared on many best of lists, spent more than seven years on the. Susan cain is the cofounder of quiet revolution llc and the author of the awardwinning new york times bestseller quiet. Bookjuice participates in the amazon services llc associates program, an a. In quiet, susan cain shows how the brain chemistry of introverts and extroverts differs, and.
Scientific basis for phenomena are wellresearched and presented in a way that is both informative and entertaining. A cultural ideal the fact is, we in the west live in a world that prizes extroverts much more highly than introverts, and is, in many ways, geared toward and designed. I have not seen any book that enjoys so much popularity. The power of introverts in a world that cant stop talking is a 2012 non fiction book written by susan cain. Susan cain is the cofounder of quiet revolution and the author of quiet. Passionately argued, impressively researched, and filled with indelible stories of real people, susan cains quiet.
Consider for a moment that introversion is the linking trait between prominent. The power of introverts official book trailer youtube. The entire book was excellent, but these were the passages that resonated the most with me. Living a quiet life in a noisy world and a guide in the popular for dummies book series titled success as an. Now its fine for me to turn down party invitations. Sep 22, 2017 valarie stephens is a selfproclaimed introvert who lives life as a freespirit and creative soul. Susan cains book titled quiet is fine, as long as you accept her definition of an introvert as simply being someone who functions better with lower levels of stimulation, including social. Quiet revolution read the book thats been on the new york times bestseller list for over three years and has been translated into 36 languages. Introvert susan cain is here to make the case for people who like to work in peace and quiet.
Jul 26, 2015 books by other authors after hers include the introverts way. May 21, 2017 in a gentle way, you can shake the world. Mahatma gandhi one of the quotes from the book, quiet today you are reading about the book titled quiet. Sales are the lifeblood of your business and you can still be hugely successful even if you are an introvert if you read this. Quiet shows the slow rise of the extrovert ideal for success throughout the 20th century, while making a case for the underappreciated power of introverts and showing up new ways for both forces to cooperate. In the world that quiet describes, more than 30 people who dislike.
What are some key takeaways from susan cains book, quiet. Susan cain is an american writer and lecturer, and author of the 2012 nonfiction book quiet. The power of introverts in a world that cant stop talking book online at best prices in india on. Bonuses for buying one copy of the introverts edge.
All people have both introvert and extrovert tendencies when it comes to different situations, but most people are inherently either on one side or the other. In a culture where being social and outgoing are prized above all else, it can be difficult, even shameful, to be an introvert. While, i didnt actually finish it at the time, it still left a big impression on my life and allowed me to begin the process of accepting that i was an introvert. No matter what youre looking for or if you just like things a little on the quiet side take a look at this list of 14 books all introverts should read. What it means to be a black female introvert curlynikki. Aug 12, 20 after reading susan cains bestselling book, quiet. If youve ever wondered whether youre an introvert or an extrovert, this book is for you. Reconciling the quiet introvert with the loudmouth. Our focus for last months professional development was on the introverted student over the past month, i have been reading a book that i have found to be absolutely phenomenal titled quiet. The book that started the quiet revolutionat least onethird of the people we know are introverts. Popular introvert books meet your next favorite book.
Her lifes journey of ups and downs, personal pain and setbacks are just some of her topics of discussion from her first book titled the quiet thinker. Ive seen susan cains ted talks, video and knew i would have to read her book, it was just a matter of fitting it into my schedule. The struggles of being an introvert in an extrovert world. Reconciling the quiet introvert with the loudmouth extrovert. The power of introverts in a world that cant stop talking by susan cain is a 2012 crown publication.
Support by scientific studies, susan goes into depth about the traits of each personality type, with her main focus being on how introverts can be powerful too. Or perhaps it is a normal book about a culture that feels very odd to me. Susan cain in her book titled quiet quite simply pegs the introverts and the extroverts of the society. I cant speak for anyone else and i strongly recommend you to read the book in order to fully grasp the concepts written here. Susan cain instigates a quiet revolution of introverts. The quiet online student achieve virtual education. The power of introverts in a world that cant stop talking reading this book through the lens of a virtual school staff member was enlightening as i think. The power of introverts in a world that cant stop talking is a 2012 nonfiction book written by susan cain. No more struggling with uncomfortable bulldog sales tactics. The power of introverts in quiet, author susan cain contends that whether youre an introvert or an extrovert affects every aspect of your life. The power of introverts in a world that cant stop talking. The power of introverts in a world that cant stop talking, which argues that modern western culture misunderstands and undervalues the traits and capabilities of.
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