Richard Etienne on noticing the real person

Richard Etienne is a filmmaker and founder of The Introvert Space.

His career has been shaped by a genuine passion for telling the stories of other people, and a curiosity about human nature. He was the official videographer at 10 Downing Street for the UK Prime Minister Theresa May, and for the Commonwealth Heads of Government, interviewing numerous heads of state. Despite working in these circles, he brings a calm humility, care, and an eye for noticing the details that reveal the human side of anyone.

We discuss what introversion means, why our culture and workplaces commonly celebrate and reward extroversion, and what might be lost when it’s only loudest voices in the room that get heard.

In this conversation, we explore:

• Film-making as a form of storytelling and communication.
• Richard’s own trajectory, from being a job seeker to working in 10 Downing Street.
• How he works with leaders to bring out personality and authenticity in films.
• The perspective from behind the camera.
• His work with The Introvert Space to help organisations be more inclusive in gaining perspectives from everyone, and gain diverse input from different personality types.
• Tips for how to include introverts more in meetings.
• How to make ‘networking’ a more comfortable experience.