Self-Employment / Solopreneurs

Monica Parker HSP extrovert multi-passionate solopreneur

HSP Career Story: Multi-Passionate Solopreneur – Monica

I interviewed Monica Parker because I thought you might benefit from hearing about a highly sensitive extrovert who is also a multi-passionate woman. I want you to hear how she’s making it all come together in her current career as a solopreneur.

She’s also a former coaching client who came to me to support her through a career transition.

She is now a professional organizer and has long had a portfolio career, combining different kinds of work for variety and income. We got into how does this really work?

Your niche is where you shine.

Do I Really Need a Niche for My Business?

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, it does not put you in a box.
Video summary included.

Val Nelson - coach, 2024

Aging as a Woman in Business: Inner Critic > Reclaiming Wisdom

I have had too much angst about aging, and writing this post is helping me shake it off. I’m reclaiming all these gifts of aging such as growing wisdom.

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Forget Networking > A Nourishing Alternative 🥰

Drop the word networking and the idea of “getting” something. Authentic connection feels better and works. Tips for introverts, HSPs, people with big hearts.

Right Effort: How much effort is enough to achieve the success we want?

Too much effort, and we can burn out. Too little, and we can sell out on our life purpose and get depressed. I’ve done both. Here’s how I think of Right Effort today in my work life.

Cartoon by Ash Lamb, about self-doubts when comparing to someone different.

Vulnerability, Shame, and Imposter Attacks When Self-employed

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…

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Heart-Centered Solopreneur: How You ARE Making A Difference.

A heart-centered business, aligned with your caring values and a sense of balance, can be part of the solution in an out-of-balance world. Here’s what I mean, and how it can be easier and better.

Bridge work to help you get there.

Choosing the right bridge work for the in-between times.

Using bridge work to fill the gap is a great idea, but you’ve got to choose it well, to preserve energy for the bigger dream. Here’s a selection checklist.

A baby oak tree - like a sprout of a business

Supporting your growing business 🌎± with bridge work is normal and good.

People assume self-employment requires a big leap. A big leap is not that common. Here’s the behind-the-scenes reality – They often do bridge work.

HSP Connection Podcast with Val Nelson and Robbie Leigh

Self-employment for HSPs: Our Superpowers for Business and Marketing {video}

Inside view on HSP superpowers for self-employment, and listen in on a conversation about it too. Also covers tips to avoid some of the challenges too.

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