Quiet Power: The Secret Strengths of Introverts

Cain, Susan; Mone, Gregory; Moroz, Erica

ISBN 10: 1101892439 ISBN 13: 9781101892435

Publisher: Listening Library, 2016

Synopsis

At least one-third of the people we know are introverts. They are the ones who prefer listening to speaking, reading to partying; who innovate and create but dislike self-promotion; who favor working on their own over brainstorming in teams. Although they are often labeled "quiet," it is to introverts that we owe many of the great contributions to society--from van Gogh’s sunflowers to the invention of the personal computer.

Passionately argued, impressively researched, and filled with indelible stories of real people, Quiet shows how dramatically we undervalue introverts, and how much we lose in doing so. Taking the reader on a journey from Dale Carnegie’s birthplace to Harvard Business School, from a Tony Robbins seminar to an evangelical megachurch, Susan Cain charts the rise of the Extrovert Ideal in the twentieth century and explores its far-reaching effects. She talks to Asian-American students who feel alienated from the brash, backslapping atmosphere of American schools. She questions the dominant values of American business culture, where forced collaboration can stand in the way of innovation, and where the leadership potential of introverts is often overlooked. And she draws on cutting-edge research in psychology and neuroscience to reveal the surprising differences between extroverts and introverts.

Perhaps most inspiring, she introduces us to successful introverts--from a witty, high-octane public speaker who recharges in solitude after his talks, to a record-breaking salesman who quietly taps into the power of questions. Finally, she offers invaluable advice on everything from how to better negotiate differences in introvert-extrovert relationships to how to empower an introverted child to when it makes sense to be a "pretend extrovert."

This extraordinary book has the power to permanently change how we see introverts and, equally important, how introverts see themselves.

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Review

Praise for the original edition of "Quiet"
"An earnest and enlightening 300-page inquiry into introversion and its uses. A rich, intelligent book." -"The Wall Street Journal"
"An intriguing and potentially life-altering examination of the human psyche that is sure to benefit both introverts and extroverts alike."- "Kirkus," starred review
"Once in a blue moon, a book comes along that gives us startling new insights. QUIET is that book: it will change the way you see yourself, other people, and the world."--Adam Grant, author of "Give and Take"
"New York Times" Bestseller
"Publishers Weekly" Bestseller
"Kirkus Reviews"' Best Nonfiction of the Year
Goodreads Best Nonfiction Book of the Year
"People" Magazine Top Ten Books of the Year
"Fast Company" Magazine #1 Best Business Book of the Year
"Christian Science Monitor" Best Books of the Year
Praise for the original edition of "Quiet"
"An earnest and enlightening 300-page inquiry into introversion and its uses. A rich, intelligent book." -"The Wall Street Journal"
An intriguing and potentially life-altering examination of the human psyche that is sure to benefit both introverts and extroverts alike. - "Kirkus," starred review
Once in a blue moon, a book comes along that gives us startling new insights. QUIET is that book: it will change the way you see yourself, other people, and the world. Adam Grant, author of "Give and Take"
"New York Times" Bestseller
"Publishers Weekly" Bestseller
"Kirkus Reviews"' Best Nonfiction of the Year
Goodreads Best Nonfiction Book of the Year
"People" Magazine Top Ten Books of the Year
"Fast Company" Magazine #1 Best Business Book of the Year
"Christian Science Monitor" Best Books of the Year"

Praise for "Quiet Power"
"For kids who want to roar on the inside." "Booklist"
Praise for the original edition of "Quiet"
"An earnest and enlightening 300-page inquiry into introversion and its uses. A rich, intelligent book." -"The Wall Street Journal"
An intriguing and potentially life-altering examination of the human psyche that is sure to benefit both introverts and extroverts alike. - "Kirkus," starred review
Once in a blue moon, a book comes along that gives us startling new insights. QUIET is that book: it will change the way you see yourself, other people, and the world. Adam Grant, author of "Give and Take"
"New York Times" Bestseller
"Publishers Weekly" Bestseller
"Kirkus Reviews"' Best Nonfiction of the Year
Goodreads Best Nonfiction Book of the Year
"People" Magazine Top Ten Books of the Year
"Fast Company" Magazine #1 Best Business Book of the Year
"Christian Science Monitor" Best Books of the Year"

Praise for "Quiet Power"
"Humorous drawings throughout the text add a whimsical and light touch perfect for the intended audience. . . . Many will find value in this title that emphasizes that being an introvert is not a blemish on one's personality but a benefit. An excellent addition." "School Library Journal"
"For kids who want to roar on the inside." "Booklist"
Praise for the original edition of "Quiet"
"An earnest and enlightening 300-page inquiry into introversion and its uses. A rich, intelligent book." -"The Wall Street Journal"
An intriguing and potentially life-altering examination of the human psyche that is sure to benefit both introverts and extroverts alike. - "Kirkus," starred review
Once in a blue moon, a book comes along that gives us startling new insights. QUIET is that book: it will change the way you see yourself, other people, and the world. Adam Grant, author of "Give and Take"
"New York Times" Bestseller
"Publishers Weekly" Bestseller
"Kirkus Reviews"' Best Nonfiction of the Year
Goodreads Best Nonfiction Book of the Year
"People" Magazine Top Ten Books of the Year
"Fast Company" Magazine #1 Best Business Book of the Year
"Christian Science Monitor" Best Books of the Year"

Praise for Quiet Power
"Humorous drawings throughout the text add a whimsical and light touch perfect for the intended audience. . . . Many will find value in this title that emphasizes that being an introvert is not a blemish on one's personality but a benefit. An excellent addition."--School Library Journal
"For kids who want to roar--on the inside."--Booklist
Praise for the original edition of Quiet
"An earnest and enlightening 300-page inquiry into introversion and its uses. A rich, intelligent book." -The Wall Street Journal
"An intriguing and potentially life-altering examination of the human psyche that is sure to benefit both introverts and extroverts alike."- Kirkus, starred review
"Once in a blue moon, a book comes along that gives us startling new insights. QUIET is that book: it will change the way you see yourself, other people, and the world."--Adam Grant, author of Give and Take
New York Times Bestseller
Publishers Weekly Bestseller
Kirkus Reviews' Best Nonfiction of the Year
Goodreads Best Nonfiction Book of the Year
People Magazine Top Ten Books of the Year
Fast Company Magazine #1 Best Business Book of the Year
Christian Science Monitor Best Books of the Year

Praise for Quiet Power
-Humorous drawings throughout the text add a whimsical and light touch perfect for the intended audience. . . . Many will find value in this title that emphasizes that being an introvert is not a blemish on one's personality but a benefit. An excellent addition.---School Library Journal
-For kids who want to roar--on the inside.---Booklist
Praise for the original edition of Quiet
-An earnest and enlightening 300-page inquiry into introversion and its uses. A rich, intelligent book.- -The Wall Street Journal
-An intriguing and potentially life-altering examination of the human psyche that is sure to benefit both introverts and extroverts alike.-- Kirkus, starred review
-Once in a blue moon, a book comes along that gives us startling new insights. QUIET is that book: it will change the way you see yourself, other people, and the world.---Adam Grant, author of Give and Take
New York Times Bestseller
Publishers Weekly Bestseller
Kirkus Reviews' Best Nonfiction of the Year
Goodreads Best Nonfiction Book of the Year
People Magazine Top Ten Books of the Year
Fast Company Magazine #1 Best Business Book of the Year
Christian Science Monitor Best Books of the Year

Praise for Quiet Power

"Humorous drawings throughout the text add a whimsical and light touch perfect for the intended audience. . . . Many will find value in this title that emphasizes that being an introvert is not a blemish on one's personality but a benefit. An excellent addition."--School Library Journal

"For kids who want to roar--on the inside."--Booklist

Praise for the original edition of Quiet

"An earnest and enlightening 300-page inquiry into introversion and its uses. A rich, intelligent book." -The Wall Street Journal

"An intriguing and potentially life-altering examination of the human psyche that is sure to benefit both introverts and extroverts alike."- Kirkus, starred review

"Once in a blue moon, a book comes along that gives us startling new insights. QUIET is that book: it will change the way you see yourself, other people, and the world."--Adam Grant, author of Give and Take

New York Times Bestseller
Publishers Weekly Bestseller
Kirkus Reviews' Best Nonfiction of the Year
Goodreads Best Nonfiction Book of the Year
People Magazine Top Ten Books of the Year
Fast Company Magazine #1 Best Business Book of the Year
Christian Science Monitor Best Books of the Year

From the Back Cover

Your quiet nature is a hidden superpower.

People with the quietest voice have achieved incredible things in the world, because of their quiet nature, not in spite of it. If you feel that you are naturally thoughtful and creative, then accept and treasure yourself - just as you are.

As you grow up in this loud, crazy world there are so many ways to harness your secret strengths and make your mark.

Let's start a Quiet Revolution!

About this edition

• Publisher: Listening Library
• Publication date: 2016
• ISBN 10: 1101892439
• ISBN 13: 9781101892435
• Binding: Audio CD
• Language: English