Overcoming Challenges And Embracing The Benefits Of Introversion In The Workplace

Navigating the workplace in 2023 can be challenging as a woman and a leader if you are introverted, because of the bias towards introversion and gender inequalities that still exist. In this week's podcast, Ruth Stuart, Head of Strategy Development at the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), shares her personal experience of being an introverted leader and the challenges she has faced, the benefits she has gained and embraced from being an introvert. Ruth also provides tips for others in a similar situation and shares some advice that organisations who are looking to develop introverted leaders, support career progression and close the gender pay gap, can take on board. About Ruth Stuart Based in the UK, Ruth is a business leader with expertise in strategy development and execution, business intelligence and transformational change. She is passionate about ensuring that work is a force for good. As Head of Strategy Development at the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), Ruth helps the organisation to develop and execute its long-term strategy, setting out a compelling vision and plan for the future. Prior to this she led the research agenda for learning and development at the CIPD, and held a variety of HR and OD roles in Tesco PLC. She has a proven track record of delivering change in a variety of complex environments and is a Chartered Member of the CIPD. Ruth is also a Board Trustee for Praxis, the charity supporting migrants and refugees. In addition she advises Leaders Plus, the social enterprise for leaders with young children who are continuing to develop their leadership careers and driving greater gender inclusion at work. https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthstuart/