Extraverted Extroverts

     Everyone knows that one person who has hundreds of "close" friends, who always seems to have a group of people following them around. They seem to be able to command the attention of everyone in the room. In fact, they crave human contact. They don't feel happy unless they are either entertaining everyone, or happen to be in the middle of an extremely crowded party. People like this are often used as stereotypes to describe the large range of personalities that fall under extroversion.
     To put it simply, extroverts gain energy from being around people. When at parties or with groups of friends, they find it more relaxing to talk or hang out with others than to be left alone. Extroverts usually escape boredom by interacting with others, and most often find prolonged silence undesirable. This does not mean, however, that all extroverts are the same. Contrary to the popular belief, people range from high extroversion (extremely outgoing) to low extroversion (normally social), with the scale looking like this;

High: As stated above, those with high extroversion need to constantly be around others. Their total focus is outwardly, which means that often avoid silence and loneliness at all costs.

Moderate: People with moderate extroversion tend to enjoy parties, but do not get overly stressed when left alone. These people tend to spend free time with others.

Low: Those with low extroversion share many qualities with introverts, including needing or enjoying time alone. However, these people prefer being with others, as this is where they gain most of their energy.

Shy extroverts can be anywhere on the scale, but usually are perceived as introverts due to their time spent being alone. Socially anxious extroverts often spend time alone because of the discomfort they feel with people, even if they would like to socialize.

Qualities of extroverts: People who are extroverts usually think while they talk, and come up with better ideas through brainstorming with multiple people. As a rule, extroverts are better with group work than when working alone, and often make decisions quickly without introspecting much.

Strengths:

     -better people skills for acquiring and maintaining jobs

     -quick decision making in stressful situations

     -excel in group work, such as in an office

     -focus on the outside word leads to intense knowledge of surroundings

Weaknesses:

     -bored easily when not with other people or doing something physical

     -do not normally think over things, leading to brash and unwanted decisions

     -not productive when forced to worked alone

     -focus on outside world leads to less knowledge of inner self

I hope this helps you to find yourself. More to come soon.