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Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking
INTRODUCTION: The North and South of Temperament |
PART ONE: THE EXTROVERT IDEAL
1. THE RISE OF THE “MIGHTY LIKEABLE FELLOW”: How
Extroversion Became the Cultural Ideal |
2. THE MYTH OF CHARISMATIC LEADERSHIP: The
Culture of Personality, a Hundred Years Later |
3. WHEN COLLABORATION KILLS CREATIVITY:
The Rise of the New Groupthink and the Power of
PART TWO: YOUR BIOLOGY, YOUR SELF?
4. IS TEMPERAMENT DESTINY?: Nature, Nurture, and the
5. BEYOND TEMPERAMENT: The Role of Free Will (and the
Secret of Public Speaking for Introverts) |
6. “FRANKLIN WAS A POLITICIAN,
BUT ELEANOR SPOKE OUT OF CONSCIENCE”:
7. WHY DID WALL STREET CRASH AND WARREN
BUFFETT PROSPER?: How Introverts and Extroverts Think
(and Process Dopamine) Differently |
PART THREE: DO ALL CULTURES HAVE
8. SOFT POWER: Asian-Americans and the Extrovert
PART FOUR: HOW TO LOVE, HOW TO WORK
9. WHEN SHOULD YOU ACT MORE EXTROVERTED
10. THE COMMUNICATION GAP: How to Talk to
Members of the Opposite Type |
11. ON COBBLERS AND GENERALS: How to Cultivate
Quiet Kids in a World That Can’t Hear Them |
A Note on the Dedication |
A Note on the Words Introvert and Extrovert |
"Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking" is a thought-provoking book by Susan Cain that explores the strengths and contributions of introverted individuals in a culture that often values extroversion. Drawing on research from psychology, neuroscience, and personal anecdotes, Cain delves into the unique qualities of introverts, highlighting their deep thinking, creativity, and ability to thrive in quieter, more reflective environments. Through compelling storytelling and insightful analysis, "Quiet" challenges societal norms and encourages introverts to embrace their temperament while offering practical advice for navigating social and professional settings. This groundbreaking book celebrates the power of introversion and sheds light on the importance of valuing diverse personality traits in today's w