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The Introvert Leader

The Introvert Leader

Austin Hopkins 90 Episodes Oct 14, 2026

The Introvert Leader Podcast helps professionals build confidence, take risks, and make an impact in their careers. Hosted by Austin Hopkins, each episode addresses real challenges of leadership and career growth without corporate buzzwords. New episodes are released every other Wednesday.

Episodes

I’ll Be Back Oct 28
I’ll Be Back Oct 28 Oct 14, 2026 40 Taking this week off. House leak, and I'm under the weather. Not the conditions for a good episode. I'll be back on October 28 with a full episode.
The CEO of Airbnb Hates 1:1s. Here's Why He's Wrong.
The CEO of Airbnb Hates 1:1s. Here's Why He's Wrong. Sep 30, 2026 538 Brian Chesky, Airbnb's CEO, says 1:1s are a waste of time. He's wrong. In this episode, I break down exactly where he misses the point and what great 1:1s actually look like.Timestamps1:28 – Who Is Brian Chesky: The CEO and co-founder of Airbnb, worth 11 billion, with nearly 10k employees.1:45 – The Clip: Brian shares why he thinks 1:1s are a bad idea.Original Clip: https://www.instagram
Stop Caring So Much
Stop Caring So Much Sep 16, 2026 535 Why do you care so much about work? Why do you let it overtake every aspect of your life? Does caring more mean a better career? In this episode I'm going off script talking about why we care too much at work and what we can do about it.Timestamps1:53 – Caring Too Much Is a Lie: Hard work alone rarely translates to more money or faster promotions.3:39 – Even Value Exchange: Are you giving mor
Stop Surviving Reorgs. Start Winning Them
Stop Surviving Reorgs. Start Winning Them Sep 2, 2026 1013 So you are going through a reorg now what? Everyone is worried about their job. But a golden opportunity is hiding in plain sight. In this episode, I cover how to jump ahead of your peers during a reorg.Timestamps2:33 – Don’t Resist: You can’t fight a reorg. Just embrace it.5:58 – Reinvent Yourself: Use your reorg as a chance to break bad habits and take risks.10:28 – Build Trust With New Leadersh
The Real Reason You Feel Stuck at Work
The Real Reason You Feel Stuck at Work Aug 19, 2026 830 You are stuck in a job you don't like. You're stuck at a company that doesn't fit your values. You're stuck on a path that doesn't feel right anymore. Being stuck feels heavy, but you may not know it yet; there is a way out. In this episode im sharing my 3-step framework for getting unstuck.Timestamps2:25 – Figure Out Why You Feel Stuck: Sunk cost fallacy? Comfort? Fear?4:
3 Things Making You Look Junior at Work (And How to Stop)
3 Things Making You Look Junior at Work (And How to Stop) Aug 5, 2026 807 Have you ever noticed when someone looks junior at work? They seem like a kid trying to sit at the grown-up table. Acting junior can seriously derail your career. In this episode, I share the 3 things that make you look junior and what to do instead.Timestamps2:00 – Why Looking Junior Is Holding You Back: Looking junior keeps you stuck, making less money, and working on less important work. 3:53 –
Your Boss Sucks. Here's What To Do About It
Your Boss Sucks. Here's What To Do About It Jul 22, 2026 769 Toxic bosses are impossible to avoid. They drain your energy, kill your confidence, and make every day feel like survival mode. In this episode, I'm talking about 4 of the worst types of bosses and how to deal with them.Timestamps2:40 – The Fear Monger: They use fear and control to get results. 4:35 – Absent Manager: You never see them unless they need something. 6:28 – The Jealous Manager: T
The Career Questions ChatGPT Can't Answer
The Career Questions ChatGPT Can't Answer Jul 8, 2026 960 ChatGPT can't solve your nuanced career problems. But I can. In this episode, I tackle four real questions from real people who are scared, stuck, and not sure what to do next. My honest answers, no fluff. Timestamps1:56 – How Do You Get Over The Constant Fear of Being Fired?: Irrational fears cause more harm than you imagine. 4:27 – How To Know If You Have What It Takes to Be a Senior Leader
The Two Questions That Saved Me From Burnout
The Two Questions That Saved Me From Burnout Jun 24, 2026 792 You don't have to settle for being burnt out at work. It won't get better with time unless you do something about it. Most burnout advice sounds the same, but it doesn't work. 67% of workers are feeling some kind of burnout. In this episode, I give you a framework to get past it.Timestamps2:19 – The Reframe: Most Burnout advice doesn't solve the root problem.4:00 – Bored Burnou
How to Get Anyone at Work to Say Yes
How to Get Anyone at Work to Say Yes Jun 10, 2026 998 There is nothing more frustrating than needing something from someone who doesn't report to you. Technically, they don't have to listen to you, and it's maddening. In this episode, I share the 4 strategies I used hundreds of times in my corporate career to get anyone at work to say yes.Timestamps3:12 – What’s In It For Them: Find something to offer in exchange for what you want.6:14
Confidence Isn't What You Think It Is
Confidence Isn't What You Think It Is May 27, 2026 493 In this episode, I give you an exclusive sneak peek into my Confident Leader Blueprint course dropping in September. Confidence is not being the smartest. It's not having the most experience, and it's certainly not something you are born with. It's inside you, just waiting to come to the surface. Leaders who struggle with confidence never reach their full potential. In this episode,
How to Brag Without Being Braggy
How to Brag Without Being Braggy May 13, 2026 607 Why is it so hard to brag without sounding like a douche? You want people to know about your value, but you don't want to come across as arrogant. I figured out how to tell my story without it feeling braggy. Let me teach you how to do it.Timestamps1:02 – Personal Update: Back from Lisbon. Here is what I loved about Portugal.1:48 – Reframe Your View on Self Promotion: It's not bragging i

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