Move Over Extroverts: How Introverts Manage Their Energy and Thrive at Work

Ashley Harwood on treating energy like currency — and succeeding without being “on” all the time.

Have you ever felt like success at work quietly rewards the people who can be “on” all the time — more social, more available, more reactive — even when you know it’s draining you? For introverts, that constant interaction can feel like an invisible tax. And if you don’t manage it, it’s not just exhaustion… it’s self-doubt, second-guessing, and a slow creep toward burnout.

In this episode, I’m joined by Ashley Harwood, author of Move Over Extroverts, for a practical conversation that reframes the whole game: energy is like time or money — a finite resource you can invest intentionally. We talk about how to spot your hidden “energy leaks,” how the constant habit of checking messages and email quietly drains your recovery, and why your calendar should reflect your real energy patterns — not the version of you that’s pretending to have unlimited fuel.

You’ll walk away with simple, usable takeaways, including how to audit your calendar like an energy ledger, how to protect rest and preparation before high-stakes meetings, and how to thrive by using the introvert advantage — listening deeply, connecting authentically, and choosing strategies that work for you instead of performing like someone else.