When we talk about personality, we tend to divide people into two large groups: extroverts, who seem to have an endless social battery, and introverts, who prefer quiet over crowds. But, we have never thought about the fact that not everything is black or white, what if we told you that there is a middle ground? That’s where ambiverts come in, people who can enjoy a good chat at a party, but also relish the silence of their own space. In this article, we are going to tell you what it means to be an ambivert and why it could be the key to success in many aspects of your life.
What does it mean to be an ambivert?
Ambiverts are people who can alternate between introversion and extroversion depending on the situation. That is, they enjoy social interaction and people when necessary, but they also know how to value their time alone so they can reflect and recharge their energies.
This means that they are people with a great capacity for adaptation that allows them to function comfortably in different environments, and best of all, to be effective in work, academic or personal contexts, which is why they stand out in
They are people with a great capacity for adaptation, which allows them to function comfortably in different environments and to be effective in work, academic or personal contexts.
Signs you might be an ambivert
If you’ve identified with any of the above, perhaps you’re an ambivert too. Here are the main characteristics of this group!
- You are selective with your interactions, which means you don’t talk for the sake of talking, but rather you prefer to choose well who you share your energy with.
- You enjoy company but you also need time to recharge your social batteries, but you know how to enjoy both worlds and you know when to alternate between them.
- You are able to easily adapt to different groups within a meeting, you like to be the centre of attention but you also know how to listen to others.
- You know when to speak and when to be silent.
- You make decisions based on observation and analysis because you have a great ability to read situations and act at the right time.
- You like to be a leader but you also know when to listen in group discussions.
- You are a versatile person who can turn boring interactions and problems into opportunities.
What are the advantages of being an ambivert?
- It helps you to be more adaptable to the people you interact with.
- You have better balanced social skills and can connect with different groups without feeling exhausted.
- Greater leadership ability.
- Greater success in work and business (precisely because of adaptability)
How can extroverts and introverts benefit from the qualities of ambiverts?
If you’re an extrovert and want to balance your energy, try:
- Observing the conversation before you jump in.
- Thinking about what you’re going to say.
- Enjoying moments of solitude without feeling like you’re “wasting time.”
If you’re an introvert and want to develop your social side:
- Prepare key points to share in meetings or conversations.
- Practice following social interactions
- Think of social interaction as a learning tool, not just an obligation!
You don’t have to be the life of the party right away, but you can practice it little by little to open up your social skills a little more!
Being an ambivert is an advantage that often goes unnoticed. If you feel like you have the best of both worlds, make the most of it, because it will serve you well in all your social interactions. The key is to recognize when it’s time to be more sociable and when to take a step back and reflect!