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Ep 53 The Quiet Advantage: Elevating Introvert Leaders with David Boroughs
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- Mar 21, 2026
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Summary
What if everything you were told about needing to speak up, be more visible, and "put yourself out there" was actually the wrong advice? In this episode I speak with David Burroughs, retired corporate leader and author of The Extrovert's Guide to Elevating Introvert Leaders in the Workplace , about the hidden personality bias that quietly holds introverted talent back, not because introverts lack ability, but because the system was never designed with them in mind. We explore: Why changing yourself to fit the culture is exhausting and ultimately ineffective How well-meaning leaders accidentally shame the very people they're trying to include What small but powerful shifts organisations can make to unlock introverted talent Why diversity without belonging is meaningless If you've ever felt like you were performing a version of yourself just to be taken seriously, this episode is for you.