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by jonpress 4087 days ago
I think that introverts who can fake extroversion make the best leaders. Natural born extroverts are often selfish and can't relate to others on a deeper level - Only on a superficial level (catch phrases and the like).

I think that good leaders need a high level of self-reflection otherwise they will sound like a self-absorbed, out-of-touch jerk - These people are just not motivating to work with.

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Extroverts self-reflect, form genuine connections and can relate on a deep level. You're thinking, perhaps, of narcissists? But I think even they self-reflect.
What makes you think extroversion/introversion are related to the capability to self-reflect?
It's a personal observation and also a big generalization. I think maybe it's because extroverts often derive their self-worth from their interactions with others instead of basing it on intrinsic characteristics that nobody else can see.