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Oh, These Poignant Holidays… and Now This Too.
I find the holidays are more complicated and exhausting this year. It’s humbling. Here’s a dose of compassion for all of us.
I’m Ignoring the “Shoulds” Today – It’s So Freeing. And More Productive.
I just caught myself before doing a networking thing on my calendar that was actually just a “should” and not a true choice. Good lesson learned by ignoring the “should” and doing what I wanted.
Self-employment for Solo Professionals: Business Setup Logistics Made Simple. (USA)
When solo professionals, like coaches, are getting set up for self-employment, they often worry about all the business setup logistics. Let’s go over the basics.
Wrong Field? Wrong Place? Is It Me? What To Change When It Feels Bad at Work.
If you feel drained, something needs to change. But what? Here’s how to know. First of all, it’s not YOU.
Work that Helps the “Greater Good”? AND Good for *Your* Well-being Too?
I believe good meaningful work is possible without burnout or overwhelm. But how, when it seems so hard to do? I’ll explain.
From Good Girl to Fighting for the *Greater* Good. Let’s Be Paradigm Shifters, Together.
I once avoided rocking the boat, like a “good girl”, and I now speak against the harmful systems that dominate. A new paradigm is rising. What helps me persist.
Introverts Rethinking Their Focus Amidst the Mess of It All
If you’re feeling wobbly or shaken up by these times, you might be rethinking your priorities around work. Here’s a little love note to help us all. (Early signs of the Great Resignation.)
Video Interview: My Inside View on Career and Business for Introverts
I was interviewed last month about my work as a business coach for introverts, and about my views on introverts in business. It was a fun conversation. You can watch our intimate conversation here.
How To Know When It’s the Right Career Path, or Not.
How to know when it’s the right career path or not. Here’s a fun shortcut that sensitive souls (like INFPs and HSPs) will be good at.
How To Find Your Right Career Path: Myths and Truths
The reason people don’t know how to find their ideal career path is because they simply haven’t been taught how. There IS a way. You are not broken. I’ll explain.
Best Career and Business Fields for Introverts and HSPs in the 2020s
Your job and business ideas need a fresh look to be ready for the new economy and jobs of tomorrow. Here’s what’s changing, what’s growing, what’s shrinking, and how to pivot.
Heartache > Solidarity > Maybe a Big Awakening Too. (They seem to go together.)
For so long I have craved more progress about racial justice. I am daring to feel some hope lately, amidst the grief. Here’s why and what helps me.
Introvert Solopreneurs Q&A: “I hate adding to the noise in the market. What should I do?”
The market feels so full of noise and free offers. What should you do about your offers right now? Here’s a video conversation where we provide some insights and solutions especially for introverts.
How a Highly Sensitive Introvert Held Strong in the Storm
With climate change comes more natural disasters, and it can rattle our nerves. Here’s how a sensitive introvert found her calm in the floods in Houston.
The World Is Changing Fast and Sensitive People Can Play an Important Role.
Sensitive souls like introverts and HSPs have a role to play in in this messy world. We’re not here to wither. We’re here to help. Here’s how to make it easier.
Having a Big Heart Can Also Mean Big Exhaustion. Start with Grounding.
When you are high in empathy, or you have sensitivity like an introvert or HSP has, we can get exhausted. Calming and grounding yourself is job #1 and easier than you think.
What Do I Do with All These Emotions?
One of the most essential lessons for my well-being has been what to do with emotions. It’s so misunderstood and yet so simple too. Here’s the basics.
Losing Your Job: From Gut Punch to Recovery
I’ll explain my own gut-punch experience, what it actually means when you are let go, plus a simple exercise to help you get past losing your job. (Audio or text.)
The Worry About Being Seen as Too “Woo Woo”
The fear of being seen as too woo woo can get in the way of hearing your callings and going for something alternative. You can be grounded and outside the box. Here’s my take on the real problem.
Too Many Interests to Choose a Career or Business Direction?
Too many interests to pick a career? Not sure where to focus? Learn what it means and what to do when you have are multi-passionate, and it’s hard to choose.
