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EPISODE · Apr 17, 2026 · 19 MIN

Thriving as an Introverted Leader

from UW School of Medicine Faculty Thrivecast · host University of Washington School of Medicine

Dr. Janna Friedly (Chair, Rehabilitation Medicine) discusses her experience navigating leadership roles as an introvert. She shares research highlighting the unique strengths of introverted leaders, particularly when managing extroverted team members. Dr. Friedly encourages listeners to pursue leadership roles that align with their interests, even before they feel "ready," and emphasizes the importance of scheduled recharging after demanding interactions. Finally, she explains how building a foundation of trust through one-on-one interactions can significantly strengthen an introvert’s leadership presence. You may read the full transcript here.Music by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com/) 

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Dr. Janna Friedly (Chair, Rehabilitation Medicine) discusses her experience navigating leadership roles as an introvert. She shares research highlighting the unique strengths of introverted leaders, particularly when managing extroverted team members. Dr. Friedly encourages listeners to pursue leadership roles that align with their interests, even before they feel "ready," and emphasizes the importance of scheduled recharging after demanding interactions. Finally, she explains how building a ...

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