Quiet Confidence: Follow the Introverted Leader | Nikki Ling | TEDxYouth@ISBangkok

Our society today perceives leaders to be the most charismatic and sociable people. However, not many recognize that introverts are also extremely effective leaders that can influence others. They can become the quiet leaders of our world. This talk encourages all to stop pushing the idea that in order to be a successful leader, a person must possess the qualities of an extrovert Nikki is a 17 year old Australian. She was born in Texas, and from there, moved to China, South Korea, and now Thailand. When she’s not snuggled in bed reading, you can find her playing the piano or making DIY crafts. She strongly believes that everyone has the capability to lead and inspire others. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

[@rob8848]

We are designed to listen more than we talk since we have two ears and one mouth. I have worked with many introverts and found them to be great thinkers and innovators. Excellent speech well done.

[@taefhayabusa]

No offense but i study evolutionary biology and i can assure u we aren't designed to listen and talk, our ears are to sense danger and our tongues are to taste food and distinguish edibles from none, we just evolved so much to make more uses for them, thought i would clear this misconception as an introvert myself, have a great day.

[@miraclebradley5238]

As an introvert, this encouraged me to know that being an introvert is okay. We are more observant and we think through our situations than to make hasty decisions because of the rewards and compliments that are given to extroverts. Introverts have unique qualities that makes them a better leader than extroverts. Both are good leaders, but one always have a better way of leadership than the other. Also, since Introverts are more observant they are able to identify the problems, listen to others opinions and their value, and test it towards their solution to the problem. Very inspiring video for Introverts to go against what society says, it is beneficial to be observant, quiet, hypothetical and wise.

[@ariadnaponce1]

So true, totally agree!! 🙌✨💪

[@ndlovukazim318]

You can be an introvert and still be talkative. I feel like the worst thing is that introverts are very misunderstood. Great talk though

[@ariadnaponce1]

So true! ✨

[@dmitriioxen1679]

Now I am more confident about me being an introvert)

[@vishaloc8092]

Introverts have a universe in their head ❤️

[@souleimbarry8762]

it's not about introversion but assertiveness

[@goodgirlj]

This speech must be watch by introverts it can really help 😊😊😊😊

[@guadalupebechelli8048]

Great and inspirational speech! And hearing it from a young voice makes it even more valuable. Thank you for this!

[@katyastyles]

this girl is an amazing leader

[@stephanie_love01]

“Leaders come in different forms” that was beautiful. I am more or an ambivert, tho in school I am more introverted and quieter… my life goal is to be a leader because that’s what I believe my true essence is. Now I know that my introversion is not a weakness. Great talk.

[@avad9300]

great talk- thank you

[@amandaleacharmainecharmain2699]

Thank you for motivations

[@theself5738]

This is brilliant

[@kae1beatbox58]

im an introvert and i have been quiet for such a long time but this time i want to be a good speaker but im having a hard time. first the fear of public speaking . i hope one day i will be able to be a good speaker

[@alexgetachewsings]

Could you please correct the audio? It is all audible, but the instability of the sound can be distracting. Otherwise, this is a great talk!

[@poxous3854]

Awesome video

[@krishazydellesinodlay1948]

I love her speech is there a script that I can download? For school purposes.

[@alexgetachewsings]

krisha zydelle Sinodlay you can audio record it and use a transcription program to get the text. ( but you will have to edit the transcript).

[@atakancihan3564]

That was super 10/10

[@arandomdude8701]

The problem is introverts tend to not be good speakers so people arnt as inspired by them. (I am saying this as an introvert btw)

[@oliverqueen7260]

Try practicing

[@smrutichandra4986]

They can be good speakers at right time

[@PranavParab7492]

If you are confident enough about what you are speaking then even introverts can be good speakers

[@Mohit_reviews]

Good.

[@lordeeva]

I'm the leader of our research, my groupmates already know each other and they're extroverts. So here I am searching how to be a good leader as an introvert

[@sweetiepie06142]

Extroverts are able to listen to their teams as well. I think generalizing all extroverts as act first, listen later, irresponsible risk takers is equally as bad as generalizing that all introverts are not natural leaders. A good leader drives with their teams best interest in mind. This could be someone who is more extroverted or introverted. In my experience extroverts tend to speak up more frequently and advocate for themselves which is why they are often seen as leaders. Both introverts and extroverts bring a lot to the table, this video would lead you to that one is superior over another and takes zero account into the industry or type of team someone is leading.

[@cherryred11]

true

[@monikabarman4283]

Correct

[@zakUSDedelman]

Damn good

[@thegratitudeattitude67]

When they say you need to talk to people more to lead. 🤦🏿‍♀️Introverts usually just need space. They make it look like we're asking for too much.

[@KevinNguyen-zn4vv]

I'm not an introvert -- I'm just observant and watch what I say. But once I feel comfortable talking out loud, you probably want me to shut up. LOL.

[@LouisaWatt]

Active listening combined with reflection and integration of understanding leads to incredible insight beyond the obvious answers. It also shows that someone values you: “If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I am a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal.” ‭‭1 Corinthians‬ ‭13

[@koelgamen-plus5859]

So i am an introvert

[@muhammadsajjadshahid5552]

I M more courageous than extroverted people

[@jaydixon9837]

Joker from P5 in a nutshell.

[@dolphinhispanic]

LOL Epic fail! Bro thats gotta hurt, ouch. That was a sick burn!

[@goodealex]

who else saw a massive fly in the back lmao (like if you did)

[@MedalionDS9]

No one wants to follow or listen to a quiet person. You HAVE TO speak up and lead by communicating... that is just how the world works.

[@lauraaa3049]

The thing is introvert doesn't always equal to quiet

[@MedalionDS9]

@@lauraaa3049 True. Introverts can speak their minds plenty when they want, but it's tiring to them to keep it up for long periods of time to interact with a big crowd of people.

[@kell1709]

Gandhi was not fit to be a leader. People need to stop referencing him as a Great Leader and look at what he actually did. What he did socially and emotionally. This video just proves the lack of education the world has been given on the Monster that is Gandhi. Look into who he really was. Educate yourself. He was not a great leader, he got his way by pushing and causing disruption to the people. This video further supports the education system has failed millions of people when it comes to the subject of Gandhi. I hope that future generations self-educated on who Gandhi really was and make waves in the way Gandhi is viewed.