Introvert Self-employment Profile – Big Heart, and Practical Too. Meet Hanane.
The inside story of how an introvert has grown her coaching business on the side as a transition to full-time self-employment. Hanane is in the UK.
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Introvert Career Profile – Freelancer + Nonprofit Founder. Meet Catherine Man.
Learn how Catherine is growing a non-profit while leaning into her freelance work for income stability, and letting in support to make it all work.
Her non-profit, based in NYC, is about creating a more equitable on-ramp for STEM jobs through the power of mentoring. I find the program
From Avoiding to Enjoying Video Making for My Business
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
Introvert/HSP Self-employment Profile – Balancing Energy, Money, Mission, and Courage. Meet Renata.
Behind the scenes look at how a sensitive introvert is growing her mission-driven, creative business with a sense of balance and sustainability. Renata is an Indigenous Mexican, now in California.
She offers graphic design, illustration, art, and coaching for sensitive intuitive women of color (BIWOC) who want to explore
Introverts Finding Their Career Path {audio}
Listen in on this interview that includes: my career and self-employment path, introvert career clarity, burnout, superpowers, and self-employment for introverts.
Introvert/HSP Career Profile of Balancing Mission, Energy, Income. Meet Kristen.
Behind the scenes look at how an introvert and highly sensitive person maintains her mission-driven career with a sense of balance and sustainability.
Inspiring Introvert: Meet Ruby Maddox, Living Her Purpose, with Balance
Does it seem impossible to do meaningful work, make a living, and have a sense of balance too? Here’s an inspiring story of an introvert, Ruby Maddox, so you can picture it.
Social Media Is NOT a Must for Solopreneurs.
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.
Celebrating a Milestone for My Business: A New and Improved Website
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.
When I Told Myself I Just Need To Be Tougher. (Courage > Burnout)
I used to think I just needed to be more tough, push harder. Pushing myself a bit helped me grow courage, but then it also led to burnout. But then…
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Connection That Works For Introverts and HSPs. (We Need Connection Too.)
Introverts and HSPs need people connection too, but we need to find the right balance. Here’s a guide for dealing with our classic barriers and concerns. We can have connection *our* way.
My Story from Shy Girl to Confident Self-employed Introvert and HSP
My story of how I ended up where I am today, making self-employment work by doing what aligns with my being introverted and highly sensitive, and my wanting to make a difference.
The In-Between Time in Your Career: 3 Things That Got Me Through It.
When I was hungry for career change before I could see the next door open, it was very uncomfortable. Here are 3 key things that made the difference in my transition, towards self-employment in my case.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
My View from 10 Years In as a Self-employed Coach. Feeling the Flow.
What it feels like 10 years in business as a self-employed coach. That flow feeling! Plus some key lessons. I didn’t know it would work in the beginning.
