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My Journey to Self-employment Ease, as a Sensitive Introvert (The Short Story)
A lot of business advice is geared for extroverts, and sensitive introverts can feel like misfits. Here’s my short story of making it work, as a sensitive introvert myself.
Alternative Careers for Teachers (What else can I do?)
Considering leaving the classroom? Get realistic second career ideas from a former teacher turned career coach for teachers. Teaching can be hard on some introverts.
Your definition of “fun” might be different, as an Introvert or HSP.
Extrovert-dominant cultures have defined fun too narrowly, as if only the loud things count as fun. Introverts and HSPs can have a different definition of fun. Your permission slip.
Inspirational Stories of Introverts and HSPs 🌟 Success on Their Own Terms
Includes career profiles of introverts and HSPs like you, and famous introverts who made a huge impact. Role models of balancing meaning, money, and energy needs.
The Calm and Authentic Guide to Business Networking Groups: Making the Most of Your Membership
Small business communities/ networking groups can offer kindred spirit connection (if it’s a good match), and can be an important source of referrals and ideas. 15 simple things to do, to make good use of your membership, without getting overwhelmed.
Relief from Overthinking in Business by Trusting My Instincts More
I’ll tell you exactly how I’ve been tuning in to my instincts even more and what’s happening. It’s simpler than it might seem, but the results are big: more calm, more effectiveness.
Coping with Uncertainty in Business and Life > What Helps Me.
My recent shake-up story and how I found my footing again. I wrote up 7 ways that help me cope with uncertainty in business and life (including climate chaos). + Coping mantras.
Sensitive, the book, and what is high sensitivity anyway?
My review of the 2023 book, Sensitive, and what happened at a book discussion with other HSPs. I also define high sensitivity here. It’s so misunderstood.
Work Should Be Fun. I’m Serious.
Many have equated work with drudgery but work should be fun because fun means you’re on the right career path. Work CAN be fun. What I mean, and how…
Customized Career or Business Ideas for Introverts and HSPs
The ultimate list of good careers for HSPs and introverts — PLUS how to access a list of custom career or business ideas for YOU.