50% of the Population Is Introverted: You’re Not the Minority So Don’t Hide Your Quiet Strength
It's more valuable than you think
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If you struggle to…
be clear on what goals are right for you and where you want to be in 5 years
know what you really want (not what others expect you to)
You’re not alone, and you don’t have to keep guessing.
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We live in a world that rewards loud voices. Especially in Western work culture, the people who speak first and with the most energy are often the ones who are noticed, promoted, and celebrated.
But that does not mean they are the most thoughtful. Or the most qualified.
The truth is that introverts make up about half the population. We are not the minority. But depending on where we live and work, we might be treated like one.
In many parts of Asia or Northern Europe, being quiet and reflective is respected. Silence is not something to fix. It is seen as a sign of thoughtfulness.
But in much of the Western world, extroversion is expected. And when you do not fit that mold, it is easy to feel invisible.
Introverts feel left out, underappreciated, and underestimated. This leads to faking extroversion, an environment that isn’t supportive, and an exhausting double life.
You don’t feel seen
That feeling of invisibility is not about a lack of skill. It is about not being seen in environments that do not recognize your kind of power.
You might find yourself preparing more than others. Thinking more. Processing more. And still, somehow, overlooked.
I have been there.
Working behind the scenes. Being the one who listens closely, notices what is not being said, and keeps things moving with calm structure. And yet the praise, the promotions, the recognition go to the loudest people in the room.
You are told to speak up more, to be more confident, to put yourself out there. But when you do, it feels forced. And over time, that leaves you with two options: either you try to act like someone you are not (which is draining), or you retreat further into yourself (which makes you feel even more unseen).
The issue is not that you are too quiet. It is that the environments you are in were not built to see you.
There is a phrase I come back to often:
“Confidence is quiet. Insecurity is loud.”
That reminder helps me come back to myself whenever I feel the pull to be louder just to be heard. The people who really know what they are doing rarely need to perform. They do not need to take up space with noise. Their presence speaks for itself.
So the question becomes: how do you feel visible, valued, and confident without pretending to be someone else?
That is what I want to explore with you today. Because visibility does not have to be performative. It can be authentic. And calm. And it can feel like you.
let your preparation speak for you
Use writing as your way of processing
Build relationships one conversation at a time
Create time for deep focus
Let your preparation speak for you
Preparation is the most important part of a presentation or meeting. And you can do that quietly alone. Introverts are good at preparing and planning because we can use our strengths of focus and empathy. We think about what might be interesting for the audience and make it clear and concise.
Use your strength.
Think things through.
Reflect on what matters.
You understand the dynamics in a room or a meeting before you even speak. So let that strength be seen.
Send agendas in advance. Share your thoughts in writing before meetings. Let people see the care and structure you bring to your work. When you lead with intention, you create calm and clarity for everyone else, too.
You do not have to dominate the room.
You can shape the conversation by how you set the stage.
Use writing as your way of processing
writing protocol, listening well
Writing allows your voice to be clear, grounded, and powerful without pressure. By writing down what people are saying, you’ll listen more and process the words faster. If you are usually hesitant to speak, you can start by asking to repeat the sentence. By doing that, you can show them you notice the details. Or you point out a different perspective they might be missing.
Build relationships one conversation at a time
Try speaking to people one to one. Share your ideas in private conversations. Ask questions. Listen. These moments create stronger connections and often shift decisions quietly but meaningfully.
Large meetings can feel overwhelming. The pace is fast. People interrupt. It is hard to get your thoughts in. But real influence often happens outside the meeting room.
Create time for deep focus
if the environment is made for introverts (quiet) you can focus on the problem, go deep and find unique solutions
be creative, use your strengths
You do your best thinking when things are calm. Not in the chaos of back-to-back calls or in an open-plan office. But when you have time and space to reflect, new ideas surface. Complex problems become clear.
If your environment is full of noise and interruptions, try to create small pockets of protected time. Even one focused hour a day can make a difference. And when you use that time to go deep, you will often find unique solutions that others never see.
Speak your value in your own way
You do not need to shout your worth. But you do need to own it.
This might look like writing a clear message about the outcome of your work. It might look like sharing lessons learned with your team in a calm, structured way. Or suggesting a new idea when the timing is right—not just to impress, but because you have thought it through.
Visibility for you is not about volume.
It is about alignment.
Showing your value in a way that is authentic to you.
If you have ever felt unseen, it does not mean you are not valuable. It means the culture around you does not yet know how to recognize someone like you. But that does not mean you have to change your nature.
You can start showing up differently without pretending. You can build visibility, step by step, using your actual strengths. Not the ones you are told to have, but the ones you already carry.
That is what I want to help you do.
We’ll talk about the strengths of introverts in the Quiet Power Academy…
The academy is for thoughtful, capable professionals who want to grow in ways that feel calm, clear, and aligned.
Inside, we build visibility strategies for introverts. We explore quiet confidence. We learn how to speak up without pressure, lead without exhaustion, and stay grounded even in fast-paced environments.
You do not have to become louder. You just need a way to lead that feels like you.
If you are ready to stop feeling invisible and start being seen for the thoughtful, powerful presence you already are.
Ready to build a calm, sustainable life of impact?
I’m offering a beta experience for 5 women only. The first and most intimate version. We’ll start at the end of August.
Let your quiet power speak for itself. You belong here.
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For the Quietly Curious
This week I tried out craniosacral therapy. A friend of mine offered me a session for free to gain experience, and I really enjoyed it. It felt like a therapy session with a bit of body work. It was calm, relaxing, and full of new thoughts. I’m a big head person, and connecting to my body isn’t easy for me. I feel like meditating. morning helps, but I still feel the tension from overthinking and worrying too much.
Last weekend, I spent a lot of time by myself working through the book “Make Money Easy” by Lewis Howes and the included workbook. Again, money mindset work is going on and there’s a lot to work on. How do you feel about money?
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Karina
