Student Life Professional Development Conference: Identity, Wellness, & Work: Visioning Our Authentic & Well Selves View Other Sessions

Jim Hoppes, Program Advisor at Center for Campus Involvement

Navigating the work space as an introvert can be exhausting. Society values an ‘Extrovert Ideal’ and many educational institutions are making shifts to incorporate this, so how can those that are introverted thrive in an environment that is not ideal for them? Through Susan Cain’s lens of Quiet, The Power of Introverts in a World that Can’t Stop Talking we will examine how the Extrovert Ideal has manifested itself and provide tips on how to maximize your introvert edge.