Are you an introvert who finds yourself saying "yes" too often, striving to please others at the expense of your own boundaries? In this episode of The Quiet And Strong Podcast, host David Hall is joined by Dr. Melissa Jenner, author, leadership expert, and the founder of People Pleasing Introverts, for an empowering conversation on how introverts can embrace leadership without sacrificing their authenticity or energy.

Listen in to learn practical tools for identifying your strengths, managing people-pleasing tendencies, building self-awareness through reflection, and setting healthy boundaries in your work and life. Dr. Melissa Jenner shares her journey from people-pleasing perfectionism to confident and effective leadership, emphasizing that introversion is a strength, not a limitation. You'll hear actionable strategies on communicating your needs, addressing imposter syndrome, speaking up in meetings, and empowering your team as an introverted leader.

Key takeaways include how to set goals that reflect your values, ways to harness self-reflection for growth, and tips for managing energy and relationships authentically. You'll discover why introverts can be exceptional leaders who build trust, foster connection, and create safe spaces for their teams to shine.

If you're ready to break free from self-doubt, embrace your natural gifts, and redefine what leadership looks like for introverts, this episode is for you. Tune in for inspiration, insight, and strategies to step confidently into leadership—just as you are.

…and be strong.

Episode Link: QuietandStrong.com/257

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As an introvert in leadership, Dr. Melissa Jenner understands the challenges technical professionals face. She advanced quickly—becoming a branch head before 30 and an executive before 40—but initially relied on overworking, people-pleasing, and perfectionism to prove herself. Through her experience, research, and a PhD in Business Administration, she discovered the truth: introversion is not a weakness in leadership—it is a strength. Now, as the founder of People-Pleasing Introverts, Dr. Jenner helps professionals break free from self-doubt, set boundaries, and lead with confidence.

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