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A combination of introverted and extroverted traits helps leaders strike the right balance

Published: 30 April 2024

Extroverted people often take naturally to leadership roles ā€“ but they donā€™t always do enough listening. Introverted leaders may listen more, but sometimes lack the ability to inspire. A combination of the two personality types could yield the best results, according to Associate Professor Karl Moore. ā€œThe downside of extroverted leaders is that they often like to talk more than listen,ā€ says Moore in an article in Scientific American. ā€œIntroverted managers attend more to their employees and give them more room for their own successes. Ambiverts--who draw on both ends of the spectrum--could ideally do both.ā€

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