Feeling stuck or frustrated as an introvert or sensitive person trying to grow a solopreneur business? Here’s a grounded reality check, with compassion and practical guidance from a solopreneur coach.
I find myself saying this truth to myself and others a lot. It’s been a good guidepost for choosing what to do. It means I’m not broken. I don’t have to squash myself to do things someone else’s way.
For instance I don’t need an extrovert mask to be successful
When you need to earn more, it might feel hard to keep giving away more time for free, but that’s the main thing you gotta do to grow. It’s useful for so many reasons, like a win-win. But it can go too far. I explain some useful and not useful
I hear this so often and used to say it myself: “But I don’t know anything about business or marketing.” I hear it especially from introverts and highly sensitive people who often (mistakenly) think business and marketing are for other people.
I even hear this from people who are well
If you’re trying to grow a solopreneur business with primarily social media, thinking that’s THE way to do it, I believe you will be sadly disappointed. Too many service-based solopreneurs think social media should be the center of their marketing and that’s a mistake for your energy and why you’re
Wondering whether or not to choose a niche as a solopreneur? Here’s my experience and how to find a middle ground, which could be a niche for now.
I have found that resisting the idea of niching is often about not understanding what niching is really about. For starters,
Drop the word networking and the idea of “getting” something. Authentic connection feels better and works. Tips for introverts, HSPs, people with big hearts.
Vulnerability angst can seriously get in the way of our dreams if we’re not careful. Facing it is part of the job when self-employed. Some humor and help…
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.
Inside story of how an introvert turned her love of writing into a successful business as a copywriter and content strategist for meaningful businesses.
I think you’ll find some good tips for your own journey, especially if you’re exploring self-employment and concerned about what it takes. (This is part
If you are a creative or solo business owner, you know there’s a lot of need for good videos (website welcome video, explainer videos, YouTube, courses…). It was so intimidating for me, for a long time. Now it’s fun.
Here are 3 things that helped me, including where I
Solopreneur service providers (coaches, consultants, healing arts…): you don’t need to be on social media, believe it or not. Here’s why and where to turn instead.
I’m taking a moment to celebrate the completion of a big project: my new website that has been a labor of love, from my heart to yours.
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.
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.
Hosting a focus group when I was first starting my business, and many times since, has been SO valuable for me. For my own clarity, and for understanding my audience and what they need.
Turns out leading a focus group is quite simple! Here’s exactly how. If you like
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It’s so easy to fall into the trap of letting the business and marketing gurus tell you what to do, when actually they don’t know what’s right for you. You know more than you think. Your intuition is a better compass. I’ll explain how this has helped me grow my
Having trouble hitting publish, or even writing the content at all for a new business website? Here’s a guide to get it done in a simple way.
Marketing angst is the most common concern I hear from introverts who are self-employed or considering self-employment. Here’s some hope and guidance related to social media and beyond social media.
Client attraction shouldn’t be such a big mystery. People are missing some easy steps that are right in front of you. I break down 3 simple methods. No catch.
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It might not feel like it right now, but work can be energizing and fulfilling, even for introverts and HSPs. There is a way. Here are 3 paths to find your way to your right career path.
Self-employment guidance especially for introverts and HSPs. So you can have the sustainable, meaningful, and calm life you crave.
Does it seem like everyone else has it figured out? Let me light the way for your exploration around career, life purpose, or self-employment.
