What do you do if you want to help introverted individuals develop assertiveness and confidence?

Seems to be a stereotype that introverts lack confidence and assertiveness? Bill Gates, Steven Spielberg, Marissa Mayer? Most introverts I know are supremely confident and assertive - they are just quietly so.

Giving team members an opportunity to lead agenda topics, facilitate portions of meetings or volunteer to do things outside of their comfort zone in an environment of safety and support is key. I think it’s important to acknowledge strengths and what went well combined with areas for growth. We all like to feel appreciated, regardless of level. Also, recognizing that we all have different strengths and cheering for others to succeed helps foster an environment where employees are more likely to take risks. The differences on a team are what make it great!

Reinforce skills through training courses, feedback, one-on-one, coaching, mentoring, assignment of new projects within the department

Taking small steps, like assigning presentation tasks or video recordings that require preparation and planning, can encourage introverts to step out of their comfort zone. Challenging them to participate in forums and speak up in front of others to share their opinions can also lead to significant personal growth, as I've experienced similar cases with introverts.

Determine with him the best way for him to present ideas and results that fit his style, and promote the event even if this is not the usual practice in your company

A jornada de uma pessoa tímida é step by step. Numa companhia, o gestor precisa ter cuidado quando vai fazer uma observa??o sobre o trabalho. Lembro quando cheguei numa empresa onde trabalhei com os mais renomados profissionais. Precisava do emprego e n?o podia errar. Um dia, errei. Quando o gestor veio falar comigo, fiquei ruborizada. Ele se surpreendeu e perguntou por que tinha ficado assim. Respondi que n?o queria ter errado. Hoje, tenho o máximo de cuidado com tímidos. E, os encorajo a enviar sugest?es escritas, se n?o quiserem falar. Podem escolher alguém do time para expor a ideia.

You have to be proactive to encourage introvert people to speak up and respond them respectfully. Appreciate their perspective and value their work. Mention their thoughts and ideas during group discussions. Cheers them up by listening and understanding their perspectives and give them compliments to raise their self confidence. The more you respect and appreciate their insights, the more they willing to actively share their thoughts.

Ao oferecer feedback a um profissional tímido sempre escolhi as palavras. Nunca deixei de dizer a verdade. Mas às vezes você pode estragar todo um trabalho. Antes de dar o feedback fa?a um esfor?o e acompanhe o esfor?o dele ou dela em participar. Elogie cada detalhe, cada gesto, cada tentativa de vencer a timidez. Ele vai se sentir único e valorizado.

This entire thread of questions is based on an assumption that introverts are not assertive or confident, which infers that extroverts are both. This is completely false. I recommend changing this topic to remove the reference to introverts and make it a blanket thread about people who need assistance in building confidence and assertiveness.

Confidence is a measure of accuracy. Courage, on the other hand, is the taking of action in presence of fear. It is important that introverted personalities lead with clarity. Consider the way in which you will deliver your contribution - what will you say and how you will say it. Be clear, concise and able to support your statements where necessary. Introversion is a gift, just like extroversion. But if we turn the volume knobs of our natural characteristics too far the other way we may do more harm than good. Understand your character motivators and adjust the volume knobs ever so slightly for the greatest impact.

Introverts have a tabu to socialize since they fear the judgement. The most intelligent people I met were introverts. To help them, is necessary to identify what they love and what they are curious for. When you find and start a conversation, you show genuine and authentic active listening. That opens the door to promote her/his intelligence and brings them to a community. They will stay introverts but much more open to socializing.

Team them up with someone who is more outgoing and make that individual responsible for their progress as their coach. You will have two wins in that arrangement - the coach who can grow their leadership and coaching competencies and the coached person who would experience ongoing support and growth with more attention that you could possibly provide. Your role would be to make sure these individuals are matched well, and both are rewarded for progress in the endeavor.

Being an introvert is not a crime. I think sometimes we need to be a Flexovert "A person who understands the algorithm of Intro/Exto personalities" Both the clans add value to the community and society globally. It's a constant effort to respect an individual whether are introverts or extroverts. I have learnt so much from them. Regards, P?shkraj Deshpandé