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Quiet People Have a Lot To Say
Tips for people who are quiet and those around them. Pausing and listening are important skills for inclusion – of introverts, women, BIPOC, and everyone. When all voices are heard, the best decisions are made.
“My Career Is All Over the Place” – That’s OK.
When you feel like your career is all over the place and it’s hard to find direction or find work, this can provide some reassurance and direction. Includes part of my own messy path and how it came together.
“What Is My Purpose?” – The Joy and Challenge of Finding Your Purpose
Doing what you love from a sense of purpose is a secret to happiness, but that’s not so easy to find. Some tips to make it easier to answer “What is my purpose?”
Managing the Whirlwind of Feelings in a Whirlwind World
Finding your balance when life inside you or in the news feels overwhelming. Seeing injustice when you care so much is hard. 7 simple things that help me.
Informational Interviews for Introverts: A Cheat Sheet (What To Ask…)
What is an informational interview and how can it be easier for introverts. I’ll walk you through the whole thing: who to ask, what to ask, etc.
Introvert Survival Tips for Managing Tough Conversations
Tips for introverts on how to handle delicate conversations, especially at work. From my advice column about handling a chatty coworker.
Self-employment Myths and Reality. It’s OK To Be Wobbly.
It’s not as hard as you think. And it’s harder than you think. Here’s a realistic look at the inside of self-employment, and some inspiration. This includes some of my own story. More people can handle it than they think. Introverts too. Imperfection allowed.
RBG – A Confident Introvert Facing the Fire: What It Takes
I love finding role models for introverts who care so much and find a way to make a huge difference in their own quiet way. Like Ruth Bader Ginsburg (RBG). There’s more to the story than you know.
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Introverts Can Really Get Talking, If…
If you think introverts have nothing to say, think again. Here are times we do get to talking more. We’re selective.
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What If You Don’t Know What You Want?
Not knowing is actually quite common. Finding out is doable! A little clarity of direction can help you find good work more easily.
Best Careers for Introverts, HSPs, Sensitive People: 70+ Jobs with Less Stress
Introverts, highly sensitive people (HSPs), and other sensitive souls can thrive in the right careers, jobs and work environments. Here’s what we need, plus a list of ideas for best careers for introverts and HSPs. There’s hope.
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What If Your Career Ideas Feel Impossible?
This is a common question. My answer is that you don’t even know what’s realistic or not until you explore some more. I have the kind of brain that thinks there is always a way to do something you love. Even if you don’t think like that, stay with me for a moment.
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My 15 Favorite Books for Caring Introverted Women
Like many introverts, I love books and sharing my book recommendations. Here are some books that I think other introverts will enjoy – especially heart-centered women. Everything from career and business and soulful inspiration, to novels with introverted women as main characters you’ll love.
If you’re tired of hearing “Why are you so quiet?”
If you’re an introvert or a highly sensitive person, you’ve probably heard this question a zillion times. Let’s talk about some ways to respond with a good comeback. But first, there’s nothing wrong with quiet!
Should I Let Intuition Run My Life? My Business?
Intuition has played a key role in my business decisions. I’m exploring how much intuitive decision making can be done in practical safe ways. Self-trust takes practice, and it’s worth cultivating. It can be so magical too. I share some magical stories here.
My Social Media Sabbatical: Nourishing My Mind, Body, and Soul.
I wrote this at the outset of a social media break and described all the amazing surprising benefits from that time off. Later I added the outcome.
The Introvert’s Easy Path To Going For It… Without Getting Overwhelmed
How to prevent yourself from feeling overwhelmed at work or with career goals, etc. This video will give you a shift in thinking that brings relief now.
Introverts Often Hate Meetings. > Meeting Survival Tips for Introverts
Why meetings are hard for introverts, how to make introvert-friendly meetings, and a few tips to survive the not-so-fun meetings. (This is a classic concern for introverts. It’s not you. It’s bad meetings.)
4 Tips for How Introverts Can Have More Ease in Online Discussions
Real-life question and answer on dealing with required online discussions at work that felt so awkward for this introvert. Includes: introverts strengths for online discussions, 4 key tips to make online interactions easier.
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Are You a SOLOpreneur or a SOULpreneur?
Solopreneur describes a one-person business, but that word can feel lonely and cold, and make you feel drained. SOULpreneur moves you into more alignment. It’s about being heart-centered in business and still having income too. 10 signs of being in SOULpreneur mode.
