Imagine this…
You’re at the train station, heading on a last minute business trip. You’re distracted, mulling over the meeting agenda. Another part of your brain is angsting over what you’ve forgotten in your haste.
Waiting in line, you notice an acquaintance standing nearby. It’s someone you’ve had a couple of intriguing conversations with, and you’re curious about getting to know him better.
Imagine this…
You’re at the airport, heading on a last minute business trip. You’re distracted, mulling over the meeting agenda. Another part of your brain is angsting over what you’ve forgotten in your haste.
Waiting in the security line, you notice an acquaintance standing nearby. It’s someone you’ve had a couple of intriguing conversations with, and you’re curious about getting to know him better.
He makes eye contact, then asks, warmly, “What’s up?”
Without even thinking, you blurt, “I’m soooo busy!”
An “Intimate” Dinner for Two
I’m sitting next to Jim at our favorite neighborhood restaurant. We’re having a quiet dinner, just the two of us after a rough day. I’m looking forward to sharing my news and hearing what he has on his mind.
Just as I open my mouth to talk, that really annoying “ding” signals that he has an incoming call.
Anybody who follows my blog knows I’m interested in how introverts can hone their leadership style. If connection is the “special sauce” of leadership, then it’s essential to do so in a way that’s authentic to you. Short of a total personality change, what can reserved people do to amp up the connection?
