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Oct 9, 2026 38 min

Why Introverts Don't Need an Extravert Mask

from Quietly Visible Hosted by Carol Stewart

Leading Without the Mask: How Introverted Women Can Lead Audaciously with Mahlena-Rae Johnson Many introverted women in senior leadership roles feel pressured to adopt an extravert persona just to be seen, heard, and valued. But constantly performing as an extravert is exhausting, unsustainable, and chips away at your self-confidence. In this episode, host Carol is joined by speaker, comedian, and 6-time author Mahlena-Rae Johnson to explore why introverted leaders don't need to conform to traditional extravert moulds to achieve long-term success. Together, they discuss the power of authenticity over assimilation, managing cognitive energy, navigating networking on your own terms, and having the audacity to lead as your true self. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: The exhaustion of putting on an extravert persona in leadership Why assimilation is easy, but authenticity is sustainable How introverts can express their voice without traditional gatekeepers Protecting your energy and avoiding burnout at conferences and events Recharging strategies: understanding energy depletion and recovery The audacity to lead authentically and work with your natural strengths Connect with Mahlena-Rae Johnson: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahlena If you found this conversation valuable, please like, comment, and subscribe to AboundingSolutions for more insights on authentic leadership and introversion. Carol Stewart & Free Confidence, Influence & Impact Assessment: https://aboundingsolutions.com 🎵 Music: ©️ Julie Anne Smith #introvert #Empowerment #IntrovertedWomenLeaders

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