Preface -- Introduction: why quiet influence, why now? -- Stop trying to act like an extrovert -- The six strengths of quiet influencers -- Your quiet influence quotient (QIQ) -- Quiet influence strength #1: Taking quiet time -- Quiet influence strength #2: Preparation -- Quiet influence strength #3: Engaged listening -- Quiet influence strength #4: Focused conversations -- Quiet influence strength #5: Writing -- Quiet influence strength # 6: Thoughtful use of social media -- Making a quiet difference -- Your quiet influence quotient (QIQ) self-assessment product -- Acknowledgments -- Notes -- Index -- About the author -- Working with the author.